GOTCHA Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I don't normally do these types of posts....but damn.....what a loss... The excerpt below is from the SJ&TDK page. We are deeply saddened to announce Sharon Jones passed away today after a heroic battle against pancreatic cancer. She was surrounded by her loved ones, including the Dap-Kings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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marc32137 Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Fuuuuck you, 2016. RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhulud Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I was never too familiar with her music and art. A co-worker is big fan and would ask me if I was into the music. Then one of our very own VCers, @jerseydave77, was involved in a documentary about her and her music and battle with cancer and comeback, and it prompted me to watch it. I was immensely moved by the film and the music and Ms. Jones' fire & passion for life. I became a fan without question. I'm incredibly crushed at her passing and the loss of a great artist and person from this world. She fought a brave battle. She is incredibly missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzersonKillwell Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 This is a big bummer. She was a talent and her voice immense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdwell Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 enough with 2016.....fucking enough already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicondevil Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Such a beautifully talented person. I feel very thankful that I was able to drag my tired, old ass out and rally on the both nights I saw her. And I got on stage with a bunch of other people at an SF show and danced with her and the Dap-Kings. I'm so happy that she was able to rise up and live her dream as a singer and that the world was lucky enough to experience her talent. She will be deeply missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I haven't been around in a while but I got a few texts from folks here. I loved her....and the extended Daptone family. As I switch flights in tears I'll share my quick thoughts and implore you all to buy a record - Sharon always wanted to sell a million! The foundations listed are worthy places too - Lustgarten, the James brown foundation (she loved the kids at JAMP): We get to tell stories and each holds a special place but some people change our lives. That's Sharon Jones. That's her family, The Dap-Kings, Lever & Beam, Daptone and the entire extended family that surrounded Sharon. Sharon redefined the meaning of grace and dignity for me. She literally beat cancer from her body over and over again. Then when this bullshit disease somehow got the upper hand she toured and recorded new music and beat cancer again by not allowing it to define her. She is the best and always will be. The night before Sharon had her microabrasion I went up to her hotel with Tony to interview her. I thought for sure she was going to be depressed about her renewed challenge. Halfway through the interview I stopped and said "Sharon, you aren't depressed at all, and I thought you'd have this huge cloud over your head. What gives?" She told us "You can live your life and accept the cancer as part of it or you can let it rule your life." It was the simplest sentiment and moment but it made me smile and understand her on a whole new level. No challenge I've faced since felt quite so big. Sharon was a woman of God. I actually enjoyed talking about her unwavering faith. Not long ago she posted to a friends wall "God got you". I am positive that tonight Sharon, God got you. You got this far - this photo is from Jacob. The first time Sharon watched Miss Sharon Jones. Nothing could make me happier than seeing her enjoy that film - it was a gift. marc32137 and docbronze 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NapalmBrain Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Had no idea she was sick, this makes me hella sad. Although I don't own any of her music, working in record stores I've jammed her albums more than a few times and I saw her and daptone records as the savior of soul music. Truely a loss for the music world Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaleTheInferno Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 (edited) Thanks for sharing that, Dave. A tremendous woman, singer and band leader, what a sad loss. RIP Sharon. Edited November 19, 2016 by ScaleTheInferno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docbronze Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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