Artist Bio:
Sugar Pie DeSanto, born Umpeylia Marsema Balinton in 1935, is an American rhythm and blues singer and songwriter. She began her music career in the 1950s, and is known for her energetic stage presence and powerful vocals. DeSanto recorded numerous singles and albums throughout her career, often collaborating with other artists such as Etta James and James Brown. She is also a talented dancer, incorporating dance moves into her live performances.
DeSanto gained popularity in the 1960s with hits like "I Want to Know" and "Soulful Dress." She continued to perform and record music into the 1970s and beyond, and was inducted into the West Coast Blues Hall of Fame in 2018. Sugar Pie DeSanto's contributions to the rhythm and blues genre have solidified her as a respected and influential figure in the music industry.
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