Core News — “Gilles selects some of his favorites from one of the most defining years in club culture, 1988. He also pays tribute to Aretha Franklin with a special edition of The Shakedown.” Check out other Gilles Peterson shows here and subscribe to the fee... more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — Bidding a legend farewell I find it interesting that among all of Aretha Franklin’s incredible talent and her ability to cross over and master such diverse musical genres as R&B, soul, rock, pop and even classic opera, it’s her gospel a... more info

Detroit Free Press — Mourners around Detroit remember Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, at New Bethel Baptist Church to the Livernois Avenue of Fashion.             more info

USA Today Music — Gospel music remained a constant force and source of comfort throughout Aretha Franklin's life, even as she reigned as the Queen of Soul.             more info

Detroit Free Press — Gospel music remained a constant force and source of comfort throughout Aretha Franklin's life, even as she reigned as the Queen of Soul.             more info

USA Today Music — Former President Bill Clinton is among the high-profile speakers scheduled for the funeral of Aretha Franklin. Other speakers include Eric Holder, Smokey Robinson, the Rev. Jesse Jackson and Clive Davis.             more info

New York Times — Jennifer Hudson, Chaka Khan, Faith Hill, Shirley Caesar and Yolanda Adams are among those who will also pay tribute, in Detroit. more info

Dlisted — Coachella? Never heard of her. Essence Fest, step aside. The biggest and baddest music festival of the decade will be held in next Friday in Detroit, and you’d have to beg, steal, or slap on a wig and borrow somebody else’s identity, if you wante... more info

Detroit Free Press — Former President Bill Clinton is among a list of high-profile speakers scheduled for the funeral of Aretha Franklin.             more info

JamBase — Billy Joel paid tribute to Aretha Franklin and was joined by Bryan Adams last night at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The post Billy Joel Honors Aretha Franklin & Welcomes Bryan Adams At The Garden appeared first on JamBase. more info