Music industry reacts to Sharon Jones’ death

The music industry worldwide has reacted in solidarity to the death of powerhouse soul singer Sharon Jones on Friday (Saturday AEST). Artists, industry professionals and famous venues that staged the 60-year-old singer have collectively expressed their sympathies on social media.

Among the artists paying tribute to the captivating vocalist were Michael Buble, Jason Isbell, Keith Sweat, John Legend, Leon Bridges and Jones’ band, The Dap-Kings, which performed alongside her and contributed significantly to the Soul revival in New York City.

Classic venues such as the Apollo Theater in Harlem and The Hollywood Bowl also offered their condolences to the “queen of soul” who made unforgettable appearances at the venues. Further to the reaction on social media was the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which expressed their honour in hosting Jones and The Dap-Kings in 2010.

I am deeply saddened to hear the news about Sharon Jones. It was an honour & privilege to perform with the queen of soul #ripsharonjones

— Michael Bublé (@michaelbuble) November 19, 2016

My heart is broken. #RIPSharonJones pic.twitter.com/jzm95XobdO

— Keith Sweat (@OGKeithSweat) November 19, 2016

So sad to hear about the passing of my friend and the soulful, dynamic singer I loved performing with, Sharon Jones

— John Legend (@johnlegend) November 19, 2016

We are deeply saddened to announce Sharon Jones passed away today. More details at https://t.co/D4nHMbOIge pic.twitter.com/pWmP9IDL2m

— The Dap-Kings (@The_DapKings) November 19, 2016

Rest In Peace to the beautiful black queen Sharon Jones pic.twitter.com/SUftVhDSYt

— Leon Bridges (@leonbridges) November 19, 2016

So very sad to hear of Sharon Jones’ passing. An incredibly strong person and a magical performer. Heartbreaking.

— Jason Isbell (@JasonIsbell) November 19, 2016

IN HONOR OF A TRUE SOUL MUSIC POWERHOUSE: SHARON JONES 1956-2016 #SharonJones pic.twitter.com/KEtKuw9ocC

— Apollo Theater (@ApolloTheater) November 19, 2016

We aren’t ready to say goodbye to your enormous talent. RIP @sharonjones ? pic.twitter.com/KO84cnnDJZ

— Hollywood Bowl (@HollywoodBowl) November 19, 2016

Rest In Peace to the soulful #SharonJones. We are honored to have hosted her and the Dap-Kings in 2010. pic.twitter.com/q1h732vqzO

— Rock Hall (@rock_hall) November 19, 2016