Evelyn "Champagne" King

"Evelyn King" redirects here. For the British MP, see Evelyn King (politician).

Evelyn "Champagne" King
King in 2008
King in 2008
Background information
Also known asEvelyn King
Born (1960-07-01) July 1, 1960 (age 64)
New York City, New York, U.S.
OriginPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • percussion
Years active1977–present
Labels
Formerly ofFirst Ladies of Disco

Evelyn "Champagne" King (born July 1, 1960) is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. She is best known for her hit disco single "Shame", which was released in 1977 during the height of disco's popularity. King had other hits from the early through the mid–1980s including; "I'm in Love" (1981), "Love Come Down" (1982) and "Your Personal Touch" (1985).

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