Rabs Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-18109654 Disco singer Donna Summer dies Summer's is best known for the global hit I Feel Love US singer Donna Summer, famous for disco hits including I Feel Love, Love To Love You Baby and Love's Unkind, has died at the age of 63. Summer was one of disco's biggest stars and won five Grammy Awards. Her family said they were "at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy". Summer's collaborations with producer Giorgio Moroder helped define the genre, as well as having a huge influence on synth pop and dance music. Stars including Madonna, Kylie Minogue and David Bowie were among the acts who acknowledged her influence. A statement from Summer's family said: "Early this morning, we lost Donna Summer Sudano, a woman of many gifts, the greatest being her faith. "While we grieve her passing, we are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy. Words truly can't express how much we appreciate your prayers and love for our family at this sensitive time." Born LaDonna Andre Gaines, Summer grew up in Boston and started singing in her church's gospel choir. She began her professional career on the stage and joined the cast of a German production of the musical Hair in the late 1960s, prompting her to move to the country. Her first solo record came out in 1971 but it was her work with the Italian synthesiser pioneer Moroder that led to her breakthrough with Love to Love You Baby in 1975 - the first of 29 UK top 40 singles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryUK Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 She was a great singer. I remember when 'love to love you' came out. It was banned which made it bigger. She was a darling then. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 . Lung cancer (?) Only 63. RIP. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 In memory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 . Hey Rabs, here's a great live medley - Bad Girls/(@2:55) Hot Stuff - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWAQIuuiaAg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanHenry Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Very sad loss, She will be missed, RIP. Ian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stooge Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 That's really sad, and not that old either. RIP lady! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LT ED Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 R.I.P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Donna Summer was an icon... She will be miised by many! RIP Donna and thank you for your music... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Californiaman Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 She was the Queen. Right? Isn't that what everyone was saying? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky4 Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I remember first seeing her on the inner sleeve of Kiss albums. She was on the Casablanca label with them. Way too young to die..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 . Lung cancer (?) Only 63. RIP. . I heard it was breast cancer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxson50 Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 God Bless Her, she blessed us with one of the greatest voices ever. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 No More Tears... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I heard it was breast cancer. Here's a report at the Huffington Post saying lung cancer possibly contracted from 9/11 - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/17/donna-summer-lung-cancer-death_n_1525117.html "TMZ has learned ... Donna died from lung cancer. Several sources are telling us Donna believed she contracted it by inhaling toxic particles after the 9/11 attack in New York City." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketman Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Beautiful voice and an icon. She really didn't want the title of Disco Queen and actually said that "I grew up on rock 'n' roll." She will be missed either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daryl M Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I was never a big fan of disco, but I do remember this one from junior high school dances. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oHIgynH6UQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rogerb Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Donna had a great voice! Rest in peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harpo Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Danced to her stuff at Studio 54 and many other Manhattan clubs way back when and at the Disco they did Sat Nite Fever over in Brooklyn! From Hitter, to Hippie, to Airman, to Disco-er, to Rocker & Roller, to father of 2 and back to Rocker & Roller. Ah those were the DAZE:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaleb Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 I heard this morning. I'm not a big disco fan (although sometimes when I'm out walking around I "accidentally" sing "How Deep Is Your Love"...), but she had a great voice and some great songs. RIP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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