Tasha Thomas: Title Doubt
John Abbey, Blues & Soul, April 1979
ALTHOUGH 'Shoot Me' has been the vehicle for the world to become acquainted with Ms. Tasha Thomas, it is a somewhat unlikely source. 'Shoot Me (With Your Love)' was one of last year's big disco records – yet Tasha's musical roots range from straight gospel; to background vocalising for some of the world's top pop performers; and then through to her co-starring role in the Broadway production of The Wiz.
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