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Marlena Shaw, Renowned Soul & Jazz Singer, Dies Aged 81

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Marlena Shaw, the highly-renowned soul and jazz singer most known for her hit song “California Soul,” has died. She was 81. Shaw’s daughter, Marla Bradshaw, shared the news of her death on Friday, January 19, in a video posted on Facebook. At the time of writing, the cause of the star’s death has not been … Read more

‘California Soul’ Singer Marlena Shaw Dead at 81

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Marlena Shaw — best known for her song “California Soul” — has died … according to her daughter. The legendary jazz and R&B singer passed away Friday afternoon Marlena’s daughter Marla said in a video she posted to Facebook. She did not give a cause of death. Waiting for your permission to load the Facebook … Read more