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Marlena ShawMarlena Shaw Marlena Shaw American jazz, blues and soul singer (1939–2024) Marlina Burgess (September 22, 1939 – January 19, 2024), professionally known by her stage name Marlena Shaw, was an American singer. Shaw began her singing career in the 1960s and continued to perform until her death. Her music has often been sampled in hip hop music, and used in television commercials. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Marlena Shaw Shaw in 1967 Background information Born Marlina Burgess (1939-09-22)September 22, 1939 New Rochelle, New York, U.S. Died January 19, 2024(2024-01-19) (aged 84) Genres R&B[1] jazz[2] soul[3] Occupation Singer Instruments Vocals piano Years active 1967–2024 Labels Cadet Blue Note Columbia Verve Close Background Marlena Shaw was born in New Rochelle, New… (Source: Wikipedia)
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