Sheila E.
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".
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
The Adventures of Ford Fairlane
as Club Singer
1990
Krush Groove
as Sheila E.
1985
Prince: Sign 'o' the Times
as Self
1987
Yearly Departed
as Self
2021
On Drums... Stewart Copeland!
as Self
2019
Prince: Live at the Aladdin Las Vegas
as Percussion
2003
The Minnesota Sound
as Self (archive footage)
2019
Prince and the Revolution: Live
as Percussion
1985
Prince - Lovesexy Live
as Drums
1988
The Greatest Night in Pop
as Self
2024
Chasing Papi
as Latin Festival Band Member
2003
Ladies of Soul - Live At The Ziggodome 2015
as herself
2015
For Our Children
as Self
1993
Finding the Funk
as Herself
2014
VH1 Divas 2004
as Self
2004
Prince - 4 Those Of U On Valium
1987
Sheila E.: Live Romance 1600
1986
Prince and the Revolution: Parade LIVE
1986
Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation
as Self
2005
Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band: Tour 2003
as Self
2004
TV Appearances
Secret Talents of the Stars
2008
The Magic Hour
as Self - Bandleader
1998
Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts
as Self
2021
The Next Great American Band
2007
Gone Country
as Self
2008
Where Are They Now?
as Self
1999
The Masked Singer
as Self - Performer
2019
The Oscars
as Self
1953
Saturday Night Live
as Self - Musical Guest
1975
MTV Video Music Awards
as Self
1984
The Grammys
as Self
1959
Lotería Loca
as Self - Bandleader
2023