Renowned rock singer Sass Jordan, who hailed from Montreal and enjoyed a nearly four-decade-long career, passed away at the age of 65. Surrounded by her loved ones, she died on Friday, as confirmed by family representative Eric Alper. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.
Being hailed as an incomparable force of nature and a source of light and joy, Jordan made her debut in 1988 with the album “Tell Somebody,” which led her to win the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Her second album, “Racine,” released in 1992, featured popular tracks like “Make You a Believer.”
Throughout her career, Jordan earned multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and served as a judge on all six seasons of “Canadian Idol.” Born in Birmingham, England, on December 23, 1960, she was raised in Montreal.
Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, described Jordan as a fearless and admirable individual. Her last two albums, “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022, were recorded with her husband Derek Sharp under Stony Plain Records.
Kulawick, a long-time admirer of Jordan’s talent, noted her exceptional ability to convey blues music emotionally, which attracted a large following. Canadian producer and songwriter Derek Downham fondly remembered his connection with Jordan, highlighting her vibrant personality and humor.
As a pioneer for women in the rock music scene, Jordan’s impact paved the way for other female artists in a predominantly male-oriented industry. Downham emphasized her strength and resilience during challenging times and hoped that her legacy would inspire future generations of performers with love and leadership.