Sass Jordan, a rock singer from Montreal with a career spanning close to four decades, has passed away at the age of 65. The news was confirmed by family spokesperson Eric Alper, who mentioned that Jordan was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her death. The cause of her passing has not been disclosed.
Described as a unique force of nature and a source of light and joy, Jordan gained recognition with her debut album, “Tell Somebody,” in 1988. Her success continued with the release of her second album, “Racine,” in 1992, which featured popular tracks like “Make You a Believer.” Throughout her career, Jordan received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and served as a judge on all six seasons of “Canadian Idol.”
Born on December 23, 1960, in Birmingham, England, Jordan was raised in Montreal. Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, praised her as a courageous and striking artist. Her later albums, “Rebel Moon Blues” in 2020 and “Bitches Blues” in 2022, were recorded alongside her husband Derek Sharp while under Stony Plain Records.
Kulawick expressed his admiration for Jordan’s talent, emphasizing her ability to convey deep emotions through her voice, which garnered her a dedicated fan base. He recalled convincing her to explore her bluesy side on her final two records, highlighting her standout vocal prowess.
Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, fondly remembered his interactions with Jordan, describing her as a beacon of positivity and humor. Downham, who played drums with Jordan at a charity concert last December, lamented the loss of her infectious laughter.
Acknowledged as a trailblazer for women in the rock genre, Jordan paved the way for female artists in a predominantly male-dominated industry. Downham commended her resilience during challenging times and emphasized her significant influence as a strong female figure in the music scene.
In remembrance of Jordan’s legacy, Downham hoped that her legacy would inspire aspiring performers to lead with love and follow in her footsteps of breaking barriers and spreading positivity.
