Springsteen, Wonder celebrate Rock Hall Oct 31, 2009
Friday's concert promised to provide even more, with a lineup including U2, Aretha Franklin and Metallica. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Music)
Rock's snub clubTHE Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25th with mega... Oct 31, 2009
You ll hear Aretha Franklin but not Chubby Checker, Metallica but not Iron Maiden ... You ll hear Aretha Franklin but not Chubby Checker, Metallica but not Iron Maiden. (New York Post -- News)
Lil Wayne, Birdman hit with copyright suit Oct 31, 2009
Marasciullo discovered his work had been used when his daughter discovered his Respect while trying buy a ring-tone version of the Aretha Franklin classic by the same name, the lawsuit said. His son also became entangled in the case when he was fired from a recording engineer job at Cash Money Records after the father started demanding payment, according to the lawsuit. (MSNBC -- News)
TIMELINE: A quarter-century of rock royalty Oct 30, 2009
A quarter-century of rock legends The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25th anniversary with concerts from inductees past, a jam session of rock legends, including Bruce Springsteen, Bono, Aretha Franklin, Metallica and more. Take a look back at why some of these performers made it into the Hall of Fame, and some memorable moments from their inductions. (USA Today -- Life)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Garden party Oct 30, 2009
Tonight's show, the second installment at the Cathedral of Rock, attempts to up the ante with Metallica, Lou Reed, Aretha Franklin and U2, with super-secret guest Mick Jagger, taking the stage ... " Too much was perfect. email At last night's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concert, celebrating the Hall's 25th anniversary, the production stuck to the first rule of rock: Too much is just enough.The first installment of the two-show Madison Square Garden event, which concludes tonight, was an all-star... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Classic artists rock an epic Rock Hall show Oct 30, 2009
Next stop: Tonight, when U2, Aretha Franklin, Jeff Beck and Metallica will headline. Posted. (USA Today -- Life)
Palin got at least $1.25M for memoir Oct 29, 2009
Beck now joins U2, Aretha Franklin and Metallica for the final night. HBO will air the concerts Nov. 29. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Eric Clapton Off Rock Hall Concert Bill Oct 28, 2009
The shows Thursday and Friday at Madison Square Garden feature only Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, in a lineup of legends that also includes Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin, U2 and Stevie Wonder. Clapton's Web site says he remains committed to his 2010 concert schedule. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Clapton recovering after surgery Oct 28, 2009
Other acts playing at celebration concerts on Thursday and Friday include U2, Aretha Franklin and Metallica. The performances are designed to trace the history of rock 'n' roll, from soul to hard rock. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Clapton Sidelined By Gallstones Oct 28, 2009
Beck joins U2, Aretha Franklin and Metallica for the final night. The Thursday lineup includes Crosby, Stills and Nash; Stevie Wonder; and Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. (KWTX.com, TX)
Big Fall Show to feature TenBucsWorth, Priceless Ladies Oct 27, 2009
The Priceless Ladies, consisting of five singer-dancers, will perform hits by Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner including "R.E.P.E.C.T" and "Proud Mary." These fully choreographed and staged numbers will be accompanied by an instrumental jazz ensemble of ETSU students, with choreography by Beverly Wiginton. Two other new women's groups will add to the program: the ETSU Sweet Adelines performing in traditional barbershop style, and the Sassy Lassies, a Celtic women's group. (East Tennessean, TN)
Goat Festival attracts a curious crowd Oct 27, 2009
The other was Motown Madness with singers and musicians performing like Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and the Blues brothers. Early Saturday afternoon, Fuller confided: Elvis band is late. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
'Hall' together now Oct 25, 2009
The next night, U2 is the main attraction, with Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapt 00004000 on and Metallica rounding out the ticket ... The next night, U2 is the main attraction, with Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapton and Metallica rounding out the ticket. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Tenor performs at Anaconda Live! Oct 23, 2009
He has been named "Minnesota's Master Male Vocalist." He has performed with Aretha Franklin, Kenny Loggins, Bobby McFerrin, Barry Manilow and others. Civil Dialogue. (Montana Standard, MT)
Lenny Kravitz’s iPod shuffle Oct 16, 2009
I Say a Little Prayer, Aretha Franklin. 10. (Boston Globe)
Brownstown Arts Committee presenting concert series Oct 15, 2009
Olivia has a rich deep voice that sounds a lot like Roberta Flack or Aretha Franklin. Tickets for this concert and future Brownstown Arts Committee concerts will be available at the Southern Indiana Center for the Arts, at Family Drug Store in Brownstown, from committee members, and at the door. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Aretha Franklin to perform at Citi Wang Theatre Oct 15, 2009
Recipient of the 2005 Presidential Medal of Freedom and 18 Grammys, her highness, Aretha Franklin, will deliver her message backed by an orchestra. And the only thing the Queen of Soul - Rolling Stone magazine s number one Female Vocalist of All Time - requests from her loyal followers is a little. (Boston Globe)
Stars in Singing Tribute on Lowery's 88th Birthday Oct 13, 2009
ATLANTA (AP) -- The Rev. Joseph Lowery has celebrated his 88th birthday with a little help from his friends, including soul legend Aretha Franklin and actor Samuel L. Jackson. Lowery, who worked alongside the late Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. in the civil rights movement, received the star-studded tribute Sunday night at Morehouse College in Atlanta. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Stars celebrate Lowery Oct 12, 2009
There were no kings, but a Queen, Aretha Franklin. I hope you don t mind, but we gonna have a little church for a few moments, said Aretha Franklin, before launching into her official seven-song set. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Holy jalopy! George Jetson beats Batman Oct 10, 2009
Life in the Fast Lane by the Eagles was second at 25 percent, followed by The Beatles Long and Winding Road at 18 percent, AC/DC s Highway to Hell at 11 percent and Freeway of Love by Aretha Franklin at 11 percent. Most Phoenix residents describe their city as very drivable, according to the poll. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Afrikan Poetry Theatre hosts weekend events Oct 9, 2009
The jazz singer, whose African name, Tulivu, translates to beautiful in Swahili, has been compared to Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin. Special guest poet and performer Lisa Muhammad is also expected to be in attendance. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Wood's Tea in Anaconda Oct 9, 2009
Robinson has performed with Aretha Franklin, Andrae Crouch, Kenny Loggins, Bobby McFerrin and Barry Manilow. Jamie Adkins presents Circus Incognitus at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24. (Montana Standard, MT)
Letterman's Sidekick Shares Life Story Oct 8, 2009
Shaffer has worked with top names in the music business, including Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan and Ray Charles. As a young musical director, Shaffer was hired for the fledgling sketch comedy show, "Saturday Night Live." While a musical director in the early days of the show, he told CBS News he had a unique opportunity to work with great musicians very early in his career. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Birth of a Notion: Implicit Social Cognition and the "Birther" Movement Oct 7, 2009
A possible treat-ment is a recording by Aretha Franklin, who had no reason not to perform at Obama s inauguration. The song is entitled Think. (Scientific American)
'Jamia' to Perform Saturday at Kinnick Oct 7, 2009
Onstage, she's performed live for such luminaries as Aretha Franklin, John Travolta, Oprah Winfrey, the King of Jordan and former President George W. Bush, who dubbed Jamia 'the definition of the future;' sang the National Anthem during 2003 NBA All-Star Game festivities; and shared the stage with such superstars as Stevie Wonder, Celine Dion, Alicia Keys, Josh Groban and John Mayer, to name a few. At age five, Jamia's big break came when her rendition of the Michael Jackson classic "Who's... (Hawkeyesports.com)
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Signs With Interscope Records Sep 30, 2009
Diddy has also produced chart-toppers for superstars including Aretha Franklin, Sting, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson and the Notorious B.I.G. To date, Diddy has sold more than 75 million records worldwide. As CEO and founder of Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment Group, Combs oversees one of the world's preeminent urban entertainment companies, encompassing a broad range of businesses including recording, music publishing, artist management, television and film production, recording... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Teen Idol: Decision day Sep 19, 2009
Respect, Aretha Franklin. Car Wash, Rose Royce. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Rock hall celebrates anniversary with concert Sep 19, 2009
U2, , Metallica and Aretha Franklin are among the performers. The concert will take place over two nights next month at New York's , with highlights shown on HBO over Thanksgiving weekend. (USA Today -- Life)
Rockers to celebrate Sep 18, 2009
The lineup includes Bruce Springsteen; U2; Stevie Wonder; Metallica; Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapton; Crosby, Stills & Nash; Paul Simon with and without Art Garfunkel; Jackson Browne; Chuck Berry; Van Morrison; Jerry Lee Lewis; Sting; and James Taylor. (AP). (Boston Globe)
Young! Talented! Divas! Adele, Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Leona Lewis and Miley Cyrus Are Set to Raise the Roof on The Brooklyn Academy of Music Tomorrow Night! Sep 17, 2009
Previous featured performers over the years included Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Cher, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Mary J. Blige, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Chaka Khan and many more. Fans can go now to to submit a "Diva Stories" text or video testimonial that tells the world how their favorite divas have influenced their lives. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
- Our Opinion: Civil discourse is coarse (1) Sep 16, 2009
To sum up, then (and with props to Aretha Franklin), all we re asking is for a little respect. And if that s too much to ask from the Twitter generation, a little personal responsibility, if not editorial judgment, would suffice. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Pop music listings Sep 13, 2009
ARETHA FRANKLIN Pay your respects to the still-blazing queen of soul. Just don t mention anything about Tina Turner. (Boston Globe)
NAACP to hold banquet celebration Sep 13, 2009
Daniels noted Lasone was recently the opening act for legendary R&B singer Aretha Franklin. The branch has focused on celebrating the NAACP's milestone anniversary this year, Daniels said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Blues singer to perform Sep 9, 2009
Foster, born in central Texas, has a voice that has been compared to that of Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin. After taking in a variety of musical genres, she began to write her own songs, learn the guitar and the play the piano at age 11. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Fall forward Sep 7, 2009
Eric Clapton, Aretha Franklin, Metallica and U2, the second ... Eric Clapton, Aretha Franklin, Metallica and U2, the second. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Motown vignettes: Clinton, Judd, others talk music Sep 5, 2009
" ___ WYNONNA JUDD: Judd fancies herself a bit of a musical historian. She grew up listening to everything from soul/gospel stars Al Green and Aretha Franklin to bluegrass legend Ralph Stanley and country standout Emmylou Harris. "I have musical ADD (attention deficit disorder) because of it," she said. "My records are nuts. " Her teenage son, Elijah, knows the great singers of the past, but many don't "and it bothers me," Judd said. After a tour of Studio A, the country star made her way to the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops director, dies at 74 Sep 4, 2009
On July 4, Kunzel conducted a concert at the U.S. Capitol with Aretha Franklin. He had led the National Symphony on the Capitol lawn in nationally televised Memorial Day and Independence Day concerts since 1991. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Jacko's kids say goodbye Aug 31, 2009
" After the ceremony which will be attended by just a handful of family members and friends including Aretha Franklin and Diana Ross Michael's coffin will be encased in thick concrete to protect it from grave robbers. CCTV cameras and alarms will also protect the body. Michael died of a cardiac arrest in June. His body has been stored in a refrigerated morgue at the cemetery ever since. The LA County coroner officially ruled his death homicide on Friday. Marlon claims he and the rest of the... (iAfrica.com)
* Diva fever Aug 31, 2009
Compare this list with past Divas performers X Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Mary J. Blige, Whitney Houston, Beyonce Knowles and others X and youll notice the industry shifting and settling. Four of the five new divas are products of television shows: two Idols, one Disney star and a winner (Lewis) of British talent reality series The X Factor. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Whitney vs. Mariah! Divas back in the ring Aug 29, 2009
Sure, she sung R&B in the gospel-derived style of Aretha Franklin, but Houstons voice was more flexible and she was as comfortable with mainstream pop as she was with R&B.. Before long, Houston had racked up seven No. 1 hits in a row from 1985 to 1988 and became a dominant force in pop. Baby Boomer critics sometimes found her crossover material too far removed from traditional R&B, but in hindsight, Houstons pop savvy now seems progressive. (MSNBC -- News)
South Coast Has Talent Aug 29, 2009
John Kight performs If You Want to Find Love by Kenny Rogers; Star Moralez performs Respect by Aretha Franklin ... Star Moralez, Respect, Aretha Franklin. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Greeks meet perspective rushes Aug 26, 2009
Each group also listed famous brothers and sisters of their organizations, ranging from Bill Cosby to Rev. Jesse Jackson to Aretha Franklin. Phi Beta Sigma fraternity announced former president Bill Clinton recently became an honorary member. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Artist series features vocalists, cello quartet Aug 26, 2009
Robinson has performed with Aretha Franklin, Jermaine Jackson, Andrae Crouch and others. The director of the Twin Cities Community Gospel Choir, Robinson is a two-time Minnesota Music Award Winner for Best Gospel Artist and Group. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Flooky and the Beans play the Gazebo Thursday night Aug 20, 2009
Consists of seven musicians performing an eclectic array of styles from Stevie Wonder, Van Morrison, Aretha Franklin and Marvin Gay. Debra Vinci, lead vocalist appreciates the influence of the great soul vocalists of our time as she continues 9 years of appearances with the band. (Medfield Press, MA)
State of Grace Aug 17, 2009
Aretha Franklin, Jarvis Cocker, Philip Glass, Will Oldham, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Nina Simone, Willie Nelson, Fran. oise Hardy, Anthony Michael Hall, Bob Dylan, Rufus Wainwright, and the Whiffenpoofs have all recorded Cohen songs. (New Yorker)
Jim Dickinson, Memphis producer, musician and father of two-thirds of N. Miss. Allstars, dies Aug 17, 2009
Perhaps best known as the father of Luther and Cody Dickinson, two-thirds of the Grammy-nominated North Mississippi Allstars, Dickinson recorded and produced with greats like Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Big Star, the Rolling Stones and Sam and Dave. Copyright 2009 Associated Press. (FOX61, CT)
Memphis producer, musician Dickinson dies Aug 16, 2009
He recorded with and produced greats like Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Big Star, the Rolling Stones, The Replacements and Sam & Dave. His work in the 1960s and 1970s is still influential as young artists rediscover the classic sound of Memphis from that era a melting pot of rock, pop, blues, country, and rhythm and blues. (MSNBC -- News)
Deaths in the news: Jim Dickinson Aug 16, 2009
He recorded with and produced greats like Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Big Star, the Rolling Stones and The Replacements. His work in the 1960s and '70s still is influential as young artists rediscover the classic sound of Memphis from that era - a melting pot of rock, pop, blues, country and rhythm and blues. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Charity honour for rocker Young Aug 13, 2009
Previous recipients include Aretha Franklin, Neil Diamond and Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys. Recording Academy president Neil Portnow, said: "Neil has set a standard of artistic integrity and iconoclastic creativity for more than four decades, and his achievements have been matched by his unwavering humanitarianism. "He is a shining example of how music people offer their creative gifts to the world, and how they also give back through their commitments to charitable endeavours. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Citadel bringing back oldies format Aug 13, 2009
Aretha Franklin, John Lennnon and Elton John have returned to WHTT-FM s airwaves. owners of WHTT and two other local radio stations -WGRF-FM (97 Rock) and WEDG-FM (Edge 103) has switched the format on the station from a more current mix of songs to one that favors hits from the late 1960s through the early 1980s. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Neil Young named MusiCares person of the year Aug 12, 2009
Past recipients include Aretha Franklin and Neil Diamond. Young's hits include 1972's "Heart of Gold" and 1989's "Rockin' in the Free World.". (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Gary Sinise plays free concert in Denver park Aug 9, 2009
Sinise's band does mostly covers, including songs from Aretha Franklin and Linkin Park. Sinise, who plays bass, is hesitant to pick a favorite, though. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Nat Hentoff's Unorthodox Libertarianism Aug 6, 2009
He wrote liner notes for albums by Billie Holiday, Aretha Franklin, and Bob Dylan, and in 2004 was named a Jazz Master by the National Endowment for the Arts the first non-musician to win that honor. But Hentoff will primarily be remembered for his unceasing defense of civil liberties. (The American Conservative)
Whitney Houston Rebounds With New M... Jul 27, 2009
Her mother sang with the gospel group the Sweet Sensations; they are the same group that sang backup for Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin, a woman who is also Whitney s godmother ... Whitney, Toni Braxton, Mary J. Blige, Brandy, Patti Labelle, Faith Evans, Chante Moore, Shanna, SWV, TLC, For Real and Aretha Franklin sang on the soundtrack. (Suite101.com)
Linda Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir Jul 24, 2009
James Brown, Mavis Staples, Aretha Franklin, Wayne Shorter, Count Basie, Dinah Washington, Otis Redding, Johnny Mathis, Donny Hathaway and Mongo Santamaria. 3. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Concert To Mark Rock Hall's Jubilee Jul 23, 2009
(AP) Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin, U2 and Stevie Wonder are among the music legends who will celebrate 25 years of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and they plan to sing much more than "Happy Birthday.". Those inductees, plus Eric Clapton, Metallica and more, will perform at two concerts at New York's Madison Square Garden in October to mark the rock hall's silver anniversary. (CBS News)
In pictures: Mandela's birthday Jul 23, 2009
Aretha Franklin joined Josh Groban for his You Raise Me Up song. Afterwards Groban told the crowd that performing with Franklin had been "the thrill of a lifetime". (BBC News -- Africa)
Stars to mark Hall of Fame's 25th Jul 23, 2009
Musical acts including U2 and Aretha Franklin are to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at two concerts. The gigs, set to take place in New York in October, will also feature inductees including Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton and Metallica. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus Bring Back VH1 Divas Jul 22, 2009
" According to the press release, more presenters and performers are expected to be announced in the weeks leading up to the show. As in years past, the show will also benefit the VH1 Save the Music Foundation. The VH1 Divas series premiered in 1998 with Mariah Carey, Aretha Franklin and Celine Dion. Subsequent shows included everyone from Donna Summer to Nelly Furtado to Mary J. Blige. The last concert took place in 2004 and featured Patti LaBelle, Jessica Simpson, Debbie Harry and Eve. This... (VHI.com -- Music News)
5Top: Five singers who ruined pop music Jul 21, 2009
All of the above singers should have gone back and studied Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight, two brilliant artists who knew what you leave out of a song can be as important as what you put in. Jim Morrison. (MSNBC -- News)
Turn on the guilt: Shows were ashamed to love Jul 21, 2009
Americas Got TalentI dont really watch Americas Got Talent to see the genuine talent, although it is fun to be astonished by a pre-teen who sings like Aretha Franklin or a doughy salesman who croons like a sea nymph. What really keeps me coming back is the variety and weirdness of talent and the earnestness and audacity with which contestants show it off. (MSNBC -- Television)
Bruni, Others Perform for Mandela Jul 21, 2009
Among the eclectic collaborators were the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, who joined Josh Groban for his "You Raise Me Up." After the song, Groban told the crowd that performing with Franklin was "the thrill of a lifetime.". Alicia Keys and African artist Angelique Kidjo performed the spiritual "Afrika." Rapper Lil' Kim's duet with Cyndi Lauper offered a stripped-down rendition of Lauper's "Time After Time.". (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Julie Fay: Toning the body to tunes on the iPod Jul 21, 2009
Turning my thoughts back to the music, I find a kindred morphological spirit in Aretha Franklin. The Queen of Soul knows how it is to be a Lincoln among MINI Coopers, so I lope along to Baby I Love You, and Respect, blasting calories and grooving at the same time. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Carla Bruni, others perform at Mandela concert Jul 20, 2009
Singers Aretha Franklin and Josh Groban perform at the 'Mandela Day' Concert to celebrate Nelson Mandela's 91st birthday ... Among the eclectic collaborators were the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, who joined Josh Groban for his "You Raise Me Up." After the song, Groban told the crowd that performing with Franklin was "the thrill of a lifetime.". (MSNBC -- News)
Summer soul with Richie Rich Jul 20, 2009
A singer and songwriter with a 35-year career, the Boston native was inspired by Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, and James Brown. Rich has performed with Chick Corea, Quincy Jones, and others, and joining him on the Terrace is 24 Karat Funk. (Boston Globe)
