Sass Jordan, a rock singer born in Birmingham, England, and raised in Montreal, has passed away at the age of 65, as confirmed by family spokesperson Eric Alper. Jordan, known for her powerful vocals and vibrant presence, left a lasting impact on the music industry.

Her music career, which began in the late 1980s with the release of her debut album “Tell Somebody,” garnered critical acclaim and commercial success. The album paved the way for her to win the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Jordan continued to impress with her second album, “Racine,” in 1992, featuring hits like “Make You a Believer.”

Throughout her career, Jordan received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and gained recognition as a judge on the reality TV show “Canadian Idol.” Geoff Kulawick, former president of Stony Plain Records, praised Jordan as a fearless artist who fearlessly explored the blues genre in her later works, including the albums “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022, recorded with her husband Derek Sharp.

Fellow musicians and industry professionals remembered Jordan as a shining light and a comedic talent. Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, highlighted Jordan’s influence as one of the pioneering women in rock music. He emphasized how Jordan’s resilience and talent opened doors for other female artists in a predominantly male-dominated field.

Jordan’s legacy as a trailblazer and a source of inspiration for young performers was acknowledged by those who had the privilege of working with her. Her ability to connect with audiences through her music and her infectious laughter will be dearly missed by fans and colleagues alike. The music world mourns the loss of a true icon, Sass Jordan, but celebrates the lasting impact she leaves behind.