Jenny Burton (born November 18, 1957,

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) is an American R&B

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who had several hits on the US ''

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Career

She was lead singer of the

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's 1983

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"One More Shot", notable for

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's use of a "non-linear" approach to its production. In 1983 Burton went solo, releasing the

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''In Black and White'' also produced by Robie. This album featured the Top 20 single "Remember What You Like" and the club favorites "Players" and "Rock Steady," all released on

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. She had her biggest success in 1984 with the release of her second self-titled album, featuring the #1 dance hit and #19 R&B single "Bad Habits". The track reached #24 in the Netherlands

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and #68 in the

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in March 1985. Also in 1984 Burton sang two songs, "Strangers in a Strange World" and "It's Alright By Me", used on the

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to the

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''. In the 1990s, having regrouped as an inspirational artist, Burton had a successful run at the New York venue Don't Tell Mama, with her band and group the Jenny Burton Experience. She was married to

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. Jenny Burton now focuses on gospel and inspirational music. Her last albums were released on Watchfire Records.

Discography

Albums

*1983: ''In Black and White'' *1985: ''Jenny Burton'' *1986: ''Souvenirs'' *2005: ''The Jenny Burton Experience'' *2007: ''I Think on These Things'' *2008: ''In Black and White'' (CD reissue) *2014: ''Jenny Burton'' (CD reissue including bonus tracks) *2014: ''The Best of Jenny Burton''

Singles

References

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