Guardian Music — Publicist confirms death of troubled soul singer, one of the world's best-selling artists at her peak in the 80s and 90sAmerican soul singer and actress Whitney Houston, one of the most decorated female artists of all time, has died aged 48.Her publi... more info

411 Mania — They're listening to Aretha Franklin, U2, Earth Wind and Fire and more… more info

Big Apple Music Scene — Who's the upstart who belts out a dance-party version of Aretha Franklin's "Respect" in the new Super Bowl Pepsi ad? It's The X Factor Melanie Amaro, challenging mean king Elton John for the sweet soda. If this is the first you've heard of Melanie, t... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — 'Soul Train' creator and host Don Cornelius is being remembered by many who knew or admired him. Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and Earvin "Magic" Johnson are among those who have issued statements remembering Don Cornelius. more info

Mjsbigblog — Scotty McCreery is heading back to high school tweets, "Alrighty yall.. imma hit the hay.. First day back at school this new semester tomorrow. We'll do it again sometime! Much love.." Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Hudson are featured on the the NF... more info

Starpulse — Soul superstar Aretha Franklin is to be immortalized as a waxwork to mark the start of Black History Month. The "Respect" hitmaker's wax double will be unveiled at Madame Tussauds museum in New Yo... more info

Perez Hilton — Don Cornelius's passing has affected fans and celebs alike. Music legends Aretha Franklin and Patti LaBelle echo the condolences of fans of the Soul Train creator. Aretha said the following on his death: It's just so sad, stunning and downright shock... more info

ContactMusic — Soul superstar Aretha Franklin is to be immortalised as a waxwork to mark the start of Black History Month in the U S The Respect hitmakers wax double will be unveiled at Madame Tussauds museum in New York on Thursday 02Feb11 The big reveal will... more info

ContactMusic — Aretha Franklin has been left shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of beloved U S TV personality Don Cornelius who was found dead on Wednesday 01Feb12 Cornelius who reportedly shot himself at his home in Sherman Oaks California is widely cred..... more info

People.com — The Soul Train creator was "simply a genius" says LaBelle more info