Detroit Free Press — Whether playing drums for Aretha Franklin or carrying the torch for her historic Detroit jazz family, Gayelynn McKinney speaks the language of music             more info

Detroit Free Press — Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, is moving into the city and wants to open a nightclub where she plans to perform in retirement.             more info

USA Today Music — Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, and beloved icon of Detroit, said she plans to close out her career where it began, in her beloved hometown.             more info

Dlisted — Aretha Franklin did all us pupils at the Skewl of Camp a favor earlier this year when it came out that she faxed over her true thoughts to Dionne Warwick over some lingering beef from Whitney Houston’s funeral. The throwback use of communication wo... more info

Dlisted — When it comes to icons, there is no one more bad ass or legendary than the Queen of Soul (and shade) Aretha Franklin. Unfortunately, some health concerns have limited her ability to perform since last year and earlier this year she revealed that afte... more info

Cross Rhythms — Release of the new Aretha Franklin album delayed more info

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — Past honorees include Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder and Barbra Streisand. more info

AllHipHop — With professional training from Aretha Franklin, Hip-Hop and R&B artist Elijah Connor is no stranger to making quality hits. Hailing from Detroit, MI, many are comparing him to Jason Derulo, Jeremih, and Usher. Check out the addictive track, Mill Tic... more info

Cross Rhythms — Soul star Aretha Franklin honoured by the city of Detroit more info

Detroit Free Press — The 75-year-old Queen of Soul was in a bright mood as fans and celebrities packed Madison Street for her free Saturday performance.             more info