EXTRA 5 is a dynamic segment from the Sisterhood of Sound podcast, where our guests answer five exclusive questions you won’t hear in the full episode! New content drops every Tuesday—one week, a full in-depth interview, the next, this exciting rapid-fire session!
This week, Dutch-Caribbean soul, jazz & gospel powerhouse Shirma Rouse joins us for EXTRA 5! With over 20 years in music, Shirma has built an impressive career, working with icons like Chaka Khan, Michael Bolton, the Metropole Orkest, and more. A nominee for the Edison Jazz/World Awards and named Best Backing Vocalist at Eurovision 2013, she is known for her powerful vocals and heartfelt tributes to Aretha Franklin.
🔥 Which one of your favorite songs best represents the concept of a broken heart?
Beyond music, Shirma is also an ambassador for Nationaal Fonds Kinderhulp, using her platform to support children in need through music and education. She has released seven studio albums and even combined her love for music and food in her cookbook and TV show, Shirma’s Soul Food.
🎧 Watch & listen now—available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!
📢 Missed the full episode? Catch the deep dive into Shirma’s career! https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dkINEpgJOokPDJGiTDQmn?si=CCVFcLg_TPCd3-SJoRzTyA
Follow Shirma Rouse: https://shirmarouse.com
Follow Maria Mendes: https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53?si=VeJhDaqLTWi5FonQDfSN3Q
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THE BEST OF ME https://music.apple.com/nl/album/the-best-of-me/370890467?i=370890481&l=en-GB
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