HAPPY BIRTHDAY Sheena Easton
Sheena Easton is a Scottish singer and songwriter who gained international fame (in the 1980s) with songs like “Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair)”, “For Your Eyes Only”, “Strut”, and today’s song choice. In 1981, she won the prestigious Billboard Music Award for “Top New Artist”, while also winning two Grammy Awards (in 1982 and 1985).
On this very day, April 27th 1959, Sheena Shirley Orr (known professionally as Sheena Easton) was born in Scotland (to Annie and Alex Orr). In celebration of her birthday, exactly 65 years ago today, I’ve chosen a great sing-a-long that really showcases her amazing vocal tone. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From her 1979 album, “Take My Time”, here’s today’s birthday girl, SHEENA EASTON, with “9 TO 5”….