Sheila E.
Date of birth: 1957-12-12
Place of birth: Oakland, California, USA
Known for: Acting
Also known as: Sheila Escovedo, Sheila Cecilia Escovedo
Biography
Sheila Escovedo (born December 12, 1957), known under the stage name Sheila E., is an American singer and drummer. She began her career in the mid-1970s as a percussionist for the George Duke Band. After separating from the group in 1983, Sheila began a solo career, starting with the release of her debut album in 1984, which included her biggest hit song, "The Glamorous Life". She also saw a hit with the single "A Love Bizarre". She is sometimes referred to as the "Queen of Percussion". Description above from the Wikipedia article Sheila E., licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Movie Credits
The Adventures of Ford Fairlane
1990-07-11
To the Los Angeles elite, Ford Fairlane is known as "Mr. Rock 'n' Roll Detective." This loudmouthed
Krush Groove
1985-10-25
Russell Walker is a young, successful manager of rap performers, handling acts for the Krush Groove
Prince: Sign 'o' the Times
1987-11-20
In 1987, to capitalize on his growing success in Europe, Prince toured extensively to promote the al
Yearly Departed
2021-12-23
A comedy special that tackles some of 2021's highlights that people probably want to forget about.
On Drums... Stewart Copeland!
2019-01-13
A documentary about the history & importance of playing the drums, hosted by Stewart Copeland.
Prince: Live at the Aladdin Las Vegas
2003-08-19
Live at the Aladdin Las Vegas is a 2003 direct to video film of Prince in concert at the Aladdin The
The Minnesota Sound
2019-04-18
Emily Goldberg's first person journey through the Minneapolis music scene of the 80s. More
Prince and the Revolution: Live
1985-03-29
“Prince and the Revolution: Live” is a legendary concert filmed toward the end of Prince's “Purple R
Prince: Lovesexy Live
1988-09-09
Lovesexy Live was the fifth Prince home video to be released and second live concert released on Hom
The Greatest Night in Pop
2024-01-19
On a January night in 1985, music's biggest stars gathered to record "We Are the World." This docume
Chasing Papi
2003-04-16
Playboy Thomas Fuentes has so far been able to skate by in life on good looks and charm alone. But w
Ladies of Soul - Live At The Ziggodome 2015
2015-04-10
Concert by the Ladies of Soul at the Ziggodome Amsterdam in 2015. The Ladies of Soul consists of Tri
For Our Children
1993-02-16
Benefit concert with an incredible group of stars and musicians.
Finding the Funk
2014-01-31
Finding the Funk is a road trip in search of the past, present and future of Funk music. Starting wi
VH1 Divas 2004
2004-04-18
VH1 Divas: An Honors Concert For The VH1 Save The Music Foundation aired live from the MGM Grand Las
Sheila E.: Live Romance 1600
1986-03-08
A performance from Sheila E. filmed live at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco, CA. Featuring a
Prince - 4 Those Of U On Valium
1987-03-21
A one-off performance recorded live at Paisley Park during rehearsals for the Sign O The Times Tour,
Prince and the Revolution: Parade LIVE
1986-06-07
On June 7th, 1986, Prince celebrated his 28th birthday by performing for a packed crowd at Detroit’s
Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation
2005-06-07
On the road documentary with Prince and the New Power Generation during their 2004 Musicology tour f
Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band Live 2006
2008-07-08
Ringo Starr is a music legend who needs no introduction. He is one of the most popular musicians of
Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band: Tour 2003
2004-09-21
Fronting his eighth All-Starr Band, the cheerful singer and drummer brought new direction to a conce
Fred Armisen: Standup for Drummers
2018-02-06
For an audience of drummers, comedian Fred Armisen shares and demonstrates his thoughts on musical g
Let's Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince
2020-04-21
A lineup of artists -- including Beck, Common, Gary Clark Jr., Foo Fighters, H.E.R., Juanes, Alicia
We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song
1985-01-28
We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song is a documentary which examines how the song was written
Ringo Starr’s Big Birthday Show
2020-07-07
Happy 80th Birthday, Ringo! The Big Birthday Show is a Starr-studded charity broadcast with featured
Prince: Live At Paisley Park - December 31, 1987
2020-09-25
Prince’s final performance of the Sign O’ The Times Tour stage show and his only on-stage collaborat
Nobody Dumps My Daughter
2024-09-12
After Jimmy breaks up with Theresa, her obsessive mother Mary tries desperately to rekindle their re
Women in Rock
1986-01-01
All the legendary women of rock 'n' roll are brought together in this stunning collage of artists an
American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special
2024-10-06
An evening celebrating half a century of groundbreaking music, iconic moments, unforgettable perform
FireAid Benefit Concert
2025-01-30
Bringing together some of the top names in music and entertainment, both Intuit Dome and the Kia For
Babyface: MTV Unplugged NYC 1997
1997-11-25
10-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter/producer Kenneth Babyface Edmonds delivers an intimat
Preview: George Duke
1971-01-01
A 15 minute short film capturing George Duke and his band in performance at the Roxy Theater on the
Explosão de Adoração: Aline Barros In Korea Ao Vivo
2002-01-01