Sheila E., a renowned percussionist, will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, making her the first female solo percussionist to be honored. The ceremony will feature speakers such as Ringo Starr and H.E.R. and will be emceed by Jimmy Jam. Sheila E. will perform a song with drums at the event, accompanied by her father, Pete Escovedo. The star is the 2,759th since the completion of the Walk of Fame in 1961. Sheila E. began her musical career at a young age and has worked with notable artists such as George Duke and Lionel Richie. She will also perform a concert titled “Sheila E and Friends” to celebrate the unveiling of her star.
Shelia E performs. (Photo by Stephen J. Cohen/Getty Images) (Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES – Sheila E. will become the first female solo percussionist on the Hollywood Walk of Fame when her star is unveiled Wednesday, with Ringo Starr among the scheduled speakers.
“I am honored, humbled, and blessed to receive this prestigious award,” the musician born Sheila Escovedo told City News Service. “This is a forever moment that I will cherish for the rest of my life.”
Grammy and Oscar-winning R&B singer H.E.R. is also scheduled to speak at the 11:30 a.m. ceremony in front of the Musicians Institute at 6752 Hollywood Blvd. that will be emceed by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and star recipient Jimmy Jam.
Jimmy Jam, his songwriting and producing partner Terry Lewis, and Sheila E. received Emmy nominations for outstanding music direction in 2020 as music directors of “Let’s Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute To Prince.”
The ceremony will be streamed on the Walk of Fame’s website, walkoffame.com.
Sheila E. will perform a song with drums at the ceremony, joined by her father, Pete Escovedo, who received a Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021 along with his daughter.
The star is the 2,759th since the completion of the Walk of Fame in 1961 with the initial 1,558 stars.
At 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sheila E. will perform a concert at The Bourbon Room in Hollywood titled “Sheila E and Friends,” celebrating the unveiling of the star.
Born Dec. 12, 1957, in Oakland, Sheila E. gave her first public performance when she was 5 years old, appearing alongside her father in front of a crowd of 3,000, in a performance she told CNS “changed my life.”
“I did not realize this was something that I wanted to do,” she said. “At the end of that performance, I knew then, and only then this was my purpose.”
Her early musical influences included her uncle Coke Escovedo, a percussionist with the rock band Santana and Latin rock band Azteca; another uncle, Mario Escovedo, was the front man for the rock band The Dragons, the rock bands Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead, the R&B/pop group the Pointer Sisters and the funk band Sly & the Family Stone.
“I used to sit on the corner outside of the local community center with Twinkies and 7-Up listening to Sly and Larry Graham rehearse,” she said. “The sounds of the Bay Area molded me.”
Sheila E. made her recording debut with jazz bassist Alphonso Johnson on “Yesterday’s Dream” in 1976. By her early 20s, she had already played with George Duke, Lionel Richie,…
Shelia E, the renowned musician and percussionist, is set to make history as the first female solo percussionist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star-studded ceremony, scheduled for Wednesday, will feature notable speakers such as Ringo Starr and Grammy-winning singer H.E.R. The event will take place in front of the Musicians Institute on Hollywood Blvd., with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jimmy Jam serving as the emcee.
Expressing her gratitude, Shelia E shared, “I am honored, humbled, and blessed to receive this prestigious award. This is a forever moment that I will cherish for the rest of my life.” The ceremony will be live-streamed on the official Walk of Fame website, walkoffame.com, allowing fans from around the world to witness this momentous occasion.
In addition to the star unveiling, Shelia E will also be performing a drum solo during the ceremony, accompanied by her father, Pete Escovedo, who himself received a Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021. This special performance will undoubtedly be a highlight of the event.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame star for Shelia E marks the 2,759th star since the completion of the Walk of Fame in 1961. It is a testament to her exceptional talent and contributions to the music industry. To celebrate the star unveiling, Shelia E will be hosting a concert titled “Sheila E and Friends” at The Bourbon Room in Hollywood later that evening.
Shelia E’s musical journey began at a young age. Born on December 12, 1957, in Oakland, she had her first public performance at the age of 5, sharing the stage with her father in front of a crowd of 3,000. This transformative experience solidified her passion for music and set her on a path towards greatness. Reflecting on that moment, she said, “At the end of that performance, I knew then, and only then, this was my purpose.”
Growing up in a musically inclined family, Shelia E was influenced by her uncle Coke Escovedo, a renowned percussionist, as well as her uncle Mario Escovedo, who was involved with various rock bands. These early influences shaped her unique sound and style, combining elements of rock, R&B, and funk.
Throughout her career, Shelia E has collaborated with numerous iconic artists, including George Duke and Lionel Richie. Her talent and versatility have earned her Grammy and Oscar awards, solidifying her status as a musical powerhouse.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame star is a well-deserved recognition of Shelia E’s contributions to the music industry. It serves as a testament to her exceptional talent, hard work, and dedication. As fans eagerly await the star unveiling, the world will be reminded of Shelia E’s lasting impact on the music world and her rightful place among the legends immortalized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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