Shannon, born Brenda Shannon Greene on May 2, 1958, is an American singer and songwriter who emerged prominently in the early 1980s. She is best known for her powerhouse hit "Let the Music Play," which broke ground as one of the foundational tracks of the dance genre that would come to be known as freestyle. Shannon's music, with its pulsating beats and catchy hooks, not only dominated the charts but also paved the way for a new era in dance-pop and electronic music.

Throughout the 80s and beyond, Shannon's voice continued to resound in clubs and radios, with tracks like "Give Me Tonight" and "Do You Wanna Get Away." After a period away from the spotlight, Shannon has re-emerged, revisiting her classics with re-recorded and remastered versions for contemporary audiences, as well as experimenting with new material and collaborations. Her rekindled presence in the music scene, including spins on her timeless hits like "Electric Slide" and ventures into new music with tracks like "Sex Shooter," showcases her enduring appeal and the timelessness of her electric, dancefloor-ready sound. Shannon remains an iconic figure in dance music, her influence undiminished by the passing decades.

Genres

Freestyle

Hi-nrg

Minneapolis Sound

Post-disco

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Latest Release

Do You Wanna Get Away (Vocal Mix)

Shannon

Single - Released September 11, 2024