Jennifer Lara
Photo by J.Clark Fisher (C) Outernational 2005
Jennifer Lara
Singer Jennifer Lara dies 20th June 2005 female singer and Studio One
recording artiste Jennifer Lara has died. The 52 year-old Lara died in
the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) on Saturday, June 11, from an
apparent brain haemorrhage and high blood pressure. She is survived by
her two children- Ika and Sheka- both of whom live in the United
States. She joined Studio One in 1969 after leaving school. Her single
solo album for the label was Studio One Presents Jennifer Lara.
However, she did back-up vocals for a number of top artistes at the
label including the Ethiopians, Dennis Brown, Freddy McGregor and the
Jays.Lara toured frequently with the Ethiopians and was on the road
with them up to last year And also recorded albums with King Jammys
and High Times.Sincere condolences are sent by Small Axe to her family
and friends.