Stereogum — The soul and gospel legend Aretha Franklin has died after a battle with cancer. Her publicist confirmed the news to the Associated Press, stating that Franklin passed away today at her home in Detroit. She was 76. more info

Consequence of Sound — One of the most important voices in music history has left us. more info

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — Aretha Franklin, the iconic singer who changed the face of rock and roll, soul and R&B, died Thursday at her home in Detroit, her publicist said. more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — Aretha Franklin, the preacher’s daughter who became the “Queen of Soul” and forged the template of the larger-than-life pop diva with her exuberant, gospel-rooted singing, has died. She was 76. Franklin died Thursday of advanced pa... more info

Time — "I didn’t think my songs would become anthems for women. But I'm delighted" more info

TMZ — Aretha Franklin, known for having one of the greatest voices in music history, and for hits like "Respect," and "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" ... died Thursday after a long battle with cancer. Aretha passed away in her Detroit home where�... more info

Sky News — Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin has died at 76. more info

DJmag — A true legend. Rest in peace... more info

USA Today Music — Lenny Kravitz and Aretha Franklin performed together at a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concert in 2009, and had spoken about collaborating in the future.             more info

USA Today Music — Stevie Wonder visited an ailing Aretha Franklin at her home in Detroit on Tuesday.             more info