TMZ — Aretha Franklin was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ... and the org has already rolled out a new display to honor the singer. Franklin -- who was inducted back in 1987 -- once gifted the HOF a Valentino…
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Reuters — Outside New York City's landmark Apollo Theater, fans gathered under the marquee announcing singer Aretha Franklin's death, some singing along to hits like "Respect" playing from loudspeakers down the street.
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USA Today Music — Franklin's music quickly climbed the iTunes charts Thursday, with her "30 Greatest Hits" album reaching the No. 1 spot, replacing Nicki Minaj's new album "Queen."
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L.A. Times - Entertainment — The Grammy Awards ceremony has never suffered a shortage of drama during the annual telecast. But there probably was never a more heart-stopping turn of events than on the night of Feb. 25, 1998, when the 40th Grammys were put on at Radio City Music ... more info
L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — The Grammy Awards ceremony has never suffered a shortage of drama during the annual telecast. But there probably was never a more heart-stopping turn of events than on the night of Feb. 25, 1998, when the 40th Grammys were put on at Radio City Music ... more info
New York Times — Her rendition of “Natural Woman†in December 2015 was unforgettable. Performers, guests and others who were there talk about the soaring performance. more info