Marlena Shaw

Who was Marlena Shaw? Marlena Shaw, initially Marlina Burgess (September 22, 1942 – January 19, 2024), was a flexible American jazz, blues, and soul vocalist. Her melodic excursion started during the 1960s, and she stayed a functioning entertainer until her passing at 81 years old. Shaw’s effective sound found its direction into hip jump tests … Read more

Marlena Shaw, praised jazz and soul vocalist known for hits like “California Soul,” died at 81. The reason for death stays undisclosed. Her persevering through inheritance reverberates. Birth name Marlina Burgess Born September 22, 1942 New Rochelle, New York, U.S. Died January 19, 2024 (aged 81) Genres Jazz, blues, soul, disco Occupation(s) Singer Instrument(s) Vocals, piano Years active 1967–2024 Labels … Read more