Chicago Sun-Times, IL — Public viewings will take place Aug. 28-29 at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. more info

Sky News — Aretha Franklin's funeral will be held on 31 August in her hometown of Detroit, her publicist has said. more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Aretha Franklin's funeral will be held Aug. 30 in her hometown of Detroit. The late singer's publicist, Gwendolyn Quinn, said Friday that the funeral, to be held at Greater Grace Temple, is limited to the Queen of Soul's family and friends. Public vi... more info

TMZ — How's this for a little R-E-S-P-E-C-T? One of Aretha Franklin's favorite joints paid tribute to the late singer with a gigantic banner making it crystal clear ... she'll never be forgotten.  Hollywood's famous Pink's Hot… more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — On Friday morning during an interview in advance of Pathway to Paris, an upcoming concert at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, the musician, writer and activist Patti Smith was asked for her thoughts on the passing of Aretha Franklin. Smith, who will join ar... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — On Friday morning during an interview in advance of Pathway to Paris, an upcoming concert at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, the musician, writer and activist Patti Smith was asked for her thoughts on the passing of Aretha Franklin. Smith, who will join ar... more info

Detroit Free Press — Franklin's family has announced detailed plans for the singer's funeral and public viewing in Detroit.             more info

JamBase — Full Show Friday presents the late great Queen Of Soul Aretha Franklin performing live during her legendary run at the Fillmore West in 1971. The post Aretha Franklin Performing Live At Fillmore West In 1971 appeared first on JamBase. more info

New York Times — Recorded at a Baptist church in South Los Angeles in 1972, the album is an artist reaching another level. more info

New York Times — The Queen of Soul leaves a towering legacy. How will we remember her? more info