Lorez Alexandria was an American jazz and gospel singer. She began her musical
career singing gospel music in church choirs before entering the Chicago jazz
club circuit, performing at venues such as the Brass Rail and the Cloister Inn
and gaining early recognition in the local scene. In 1957, she signed with King
Records and released her debut album This Is Lorez, followed by Lorez Sings Pres
(1958). She later recorded for Argo Records, collaborating with pianist Ramsey
Lewis and releasing albums including Early In The Morning (1960), Sing No Sad
Songs for Me (1961), Deep Roots ...