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Marlena Shaw, the iconic jazz and R&B vocalist known for "California Soul," has passed away at the age of 81. Her daughter announced the news on Facebook, and no cause of death was given. Shaw's rendition of "California Soul" became widely popular and sampled, and she had a successful career spanning over 50 years, releasing 17 albums across eight different labels.
Marlena Shaw, the renowned soul and jazz vocalist famous for hits like “California Soul” and “Woman of the Ghetto,” has passed away at the age of 81. Her daughter announced the news on Facebook, mentioning that Shaw passed away peacefully while listening to her favorite songs. Shaw rose to fame after signing with Chess Records in 1966 and released numerous albums throughout her career, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.
Marlena Shaw, the renowned US soul and jazz vocalist famous for her hit ‘California Soul’, has passed away at the age of 81. Her daughter confirmed the news on Facebook, expressing the family's heavy hearts. Shaw's iconic song 'California Soul' gained popularity among rare groove collectors and was heavily sampled by various artists. Born in 1942, Shaw began her singing career in New York and achieved success with albums like 'Sweet Beginnings'. Tributes from fans and fellow musicians poured in following the news of her passing.