Renowned rock singer Sass Jordan, who hailed from Montreal and had a music career spanning close to four decades, passed away at the age of 65. The sad news was confirmed by family spokesperson Eric Alper on Friday, stating that Jordan was surrounded by her loved ones at the time of her passing.
Described as a unique force of nature and a beacon of light and joy, Sass Jordan’s cause of death has not been disclosed. Her musical journey began with the release of her debut album, “Tell Somebody,” in 1988, earning her the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Her second album, “Racine,” launched in 1992, featured hits like “Make You a Believer.”
Throughout her career, Jordan received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and also served as a judge on all six seasons of “Canadian Idol.” Born in Birmingham, England, on December 23, 1960, Jordan was raised in Montreal, as noted in the statement.
Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, where Jordan released her last two albums, praised her as a daring, beautiful, and courageous artist. Collaborating with her husband Derek Sharp, Jordan produced her albums “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022 under Stony Plains.
Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, fondly remembered his interactions with Jordan, highlighting her infectious laugh and vibrant personality. He mentioned their memorable encounter at Toronto’s Massey Hall and their joint performance at a charity concert in Montreal. Downham emphasized Jordan’s pioneering role as one of the few female figures in rock music, paving the way for other women in the male-dominated industry.
Celebrated for her talent and resilience, Sass Jordan left a lasting impact on the music world and inspired countless aspiring artists. Downham expressed his hope that Jordan would be remembered as a trailblazer who led with love and passion in everything she did.