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Hailing from the windy city of Chicago, Sherry Scott is the original female vocalist with Earth, Wind and Fire, helping to create a sound and image that influenced not only other groups, but, the industry as well.
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After releasing two singles, the band moved from Chicago to Los Angeles, adding singer Sherry Scott, percussionist Yackov Ben Israel, and Maurice's brother Verdine on bass.
ImageNameYears ActiveSerg Dimitrijevic2012–presentrhythm guitar vocalsPhilip Doron Bailey2009–presentvocals percussionMorris O'Connor2008–presentlead guitar vocals2001–presentdrums vocalsFeb 5, 2011 · Scott discusses her early history as a singer for Joseph Jarman (the LP "As If It Were The Seasons" 1966 is available on Amazon), Earth Wind & Fire (founding member, 3 LPs "Earth Wind & Fire," "Sweet Sweetback" soundtrack, and "The Need for Love,") and a solo Jazz vocalist.
Born c. 1948 in Chicago, IL. Served as 1st female vocalist for Earth, Wind & Fire (1970–72); wrote and sang lead vocal for group's 1st major hit "I Think About Loving You"; received Afrique "Bob Marley" Music Award for cultural music growth in greater Chicago (1999); performed concerts for Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.
Sep 18, 2014 · 10:50 am. What words are out there to describe a performance by the legendary Sherry Scott? The consummate headliner has been pleasing audiences with her distinctive vocal styling since her...
Sherry Scott. Real Name: Clentonia Rebecca Scott. Profile: American Soul/Jazz vocalist, original member of the Earth, Wind & Fire. Sites: Facebook , thegreatblackmusicproject.org , repertoire.bmi.com. In Groups: Earth, Wind & Fire.
Mar 19, 2017 · See Sherry Scott, original woman vocalist in Earth Wind and Fire! Saturday night in the Blue Room #WomenInJazzMonth RSVP and Find Out More