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EP.71 Feat: Shannon (Let The Music Play)
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We finally caught up with the one and only Shannon! Who is indeed a pivotal figure in Dance, Freestyle, and EDM music. Her influence and achievements have left a lasting impact on the music industry. Here are some of the highlights:
"Let The Music Play" ranked as the #22 best song ever recorded.
Grammy Nominated and recognized in the 1985 Billboard Almanac.
Topped the Billboard chart as the #1 Dance Artist, surpassing legends like Prince.
Listed as one of the Top 10 R&B Vocalists by Billboard alongside icons like Donna Summer, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, and Denise Williams.
Shared concert bills with major artists such as Madonna, Babyface, Janet Jackson, Sheila E., James Brown, Grace Jones, Celine Dion, Philip Bailey, Phil Collins, Jay-Z, Spragga Benz, Slick Rick, Kool & the Gang, Lou Rawls, Rick James, El DeBarge, Howard Hewett, and many more.
Awards and Honors:
Grammy Nominated (R&B)
NY Awards
Hall Of Fame Inductee
Jack the Rapper Award
Dance Diva Award
Euro Award
Gold/Platinum Records
Keys to the Cities (including Miami)
She attributes her success to her team and collaborators, including Chris Barbosa, Mark Liggett, Anne Godwin, Sergio Cossa, Rusty Taylor, Jerry Greenberg, Mirage, Dave Glue, Amet Eurigen, Atlantic Records/WEA, Warner Bros, Don Abrahams, Robbie Kilgore, Evans Rogers, Herb Pump Powers, DJ Sama, DJ Chilly, and DJs worldwide.
Shannon acknowledges the support and love from her team, including her closest friend Roger, her dancers Gio, Joa, Vicky, and her family and friends.
Her journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, teamwork, and a positive mindset. Shannon, the Queen of Dance, EDM, and Freestyle, has indeed carved out an extraordinary legacy in the music world. #letthemusicplay #freestylinwithstevieb #djsama #djsamaent #shannon #freestyle
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