Guardian Music — Whitney Houston, who died on Saturday, was the inverse of today's young female singersFor little girls in the 1980s and 1990s, Whitney Elizabeth Houston was everything. Her big hair, the seemingly heartfelt lyrics, her skinny little knees in a denim ... more info

Guardian Music — Worldwide tributes paid to singer from all corners of the music world in the hours after her deathSinger and actress Whitney Houston, one of the most celebrated performers of her generation and best known for the hit I Will Always Love You, was found... more info

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Guardian Music — One of the most celebrated female singers of all time until her image as America's sweetheart was ravaged by drug useFew pop singers have been gifted with a voice as glorious as Whitney Houston's, and even fewer have treated their talent with the fru... more info

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