Album Description:
Album Summary: For some commercial reasons Sheila decided to perform this recording anonymously using the name S.B. Devotion and not Sheila B. Devotion So this record is available with two different cover titles, one: S.B. Devotion and Sheila B.Devotion, Sheila and the Black Devotion.
Sheila B Biography:
Sheila B., whose real name is Annie Chancel, was born on 16 August 1945, in Créteil, France. She began her music career in the early 1960s as a pop singer and gained popularity with hits such as "L'école est finie" ("School is Over") and "Le folklore américain" ("American Folklore"). However, it was her collaboration with Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers, the producers of the disco band Chic, that led to her success in the disco scene.
Sheila B.'s powerful voice, combined with the disco beat and catchy melodies of Sheila B. Devotion's songs, quickly made her a popular figure in France and across Europe. The band's music was often described as upbeat and energetic, and was influenced by the disco and funk sounds of the late 1970s.
In addition to her music career, Sheila B. has also had success as an actress and television personality. She has appeared in several films and television shows, including the French comedy "Les Profs" ("The Teachers") and the reality TV series "Danse avec les stars" ("Dancing with the Stars").
Despite the passing of time and changing musical tastes, Sheila B.'s music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans around the world. Her contributions to the disco genre and to French music as a whole are a testament to her talent and dedication as an artis