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Stars perform at the Grammys' Aretha Franklin tribute in Los Angeles

1870 days ago

Detroit Free Press — Artists gathered at the Shrine Auditorium on Jan. 13, 2019, for the taping of the CBS special "Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul." more info

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‘Aretha: A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul’ special helped Clive Davis process Franklin’s death

1870 days ago

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — With all the adulation legitimately directed toward Aretha Franklin since her death last year at 76, itâ€™s easy to forget that there were low points in her extraordinary career, even though they were far overshadowed by the high points. In the ... more info

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Memories of the Queen of Soul

1871 days ago

USA Today Music — Tyler Perry, Patti LaBelle and Clive Davis recall the performances that defined Aretha Franklin. They're part of a Grammys tribute to the Queen of Soul airing this weekend. (March 6) more info

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Watch trailer for Aretha Franklin's gospel film 'Amazing Grace'

1871 days ago

Detroit Free Press — Finally hitting theaters April 19, Aretha Franklin's "Amazing Grace" film was shot in 1972 in conjunction with her best-selling gospel album. more info

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Aretha Franklin's little-seen 'Amazing Grace' film set for nationwide release

1871 days ago

Detroit Free Press — The Queen of Soul's long-lost gospel concert film is set for a 1,000-screen nationwide release in April — following special events in Detroit. more info

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Yola grew up a Dolly Parton-loving Brit, now exploring fusion of country, soul

1871 days ago

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — Brit singer-songwriter Yola’s first musical loves were Dolly Parton, Aretha Franklin. Her new album “Walking Through Fire” mixes soul, country and pop more info

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Michigan House committee votes to rename portion of freeway after Aretha Franklin

1879 days ago

Detroit Free Press — As a way to pay tribute to a Motown legend, the House Transportation Committee voted unanimously to rename a portion of the Lodge after Aretha Franklin. more info

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Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin honored at Grammys

1895 days ago

Reuters — Legendary vocalists Diana Ross and Aretha Franklin were honored during the 61st Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, with performances by Ross herself and other artists who paid tribute to the long-reigning "Queen of Soul" who died last year. more info

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Grammys wrap up with a powerful testimonial to Aretha Franklin

1895 days ago

Detroit Free Press — The Queen of Soul's stamp on musical history was honored by Fantasia, Yolanda Adams and Andra Day to help wrap up a lengthy Grammy show Sunday. more info

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