Recorded by Franklin in New York City in 1967 with members of The Swampers, Aretha’s singing transformed the song, which ...

DETROIT -- From topping the charts with "Respect" to performing at presidential inaugurations and winning 18 Grammys, these are the major milestones of Aretha Franklin's life and career. March 1942 - ...

DETROIT -- Bill Clinton memorialized Aretha Franklin as a woman with "breathtaking talent" who kept on charming audiences despite her illness. Clinton described himself as an "Aretha groupie" and said ...

‘R.E.S.P.E.C.T.’ will celebrate the life and music of Aretha Franklin this weekend at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. Submitted photo from Van Wert Live VAN WERT — Demiah Latreece said the Van ...

Aretha Franklin died of pancreatic cancer on Aug. 16 at the age of 76. A memorial service honoring the late Aretha Franklin was held in Detroit, Michigan, on Sunday. Aretha Franklin waves as she ...

A private service for Franklin, 76, who died last week, will be held Aug. 31. Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson and Faith Hill are among the star-studded lineup scheduled to perform at a private funeral ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) This marks the third time I’ve written about the late, great Aretha Franklin – and for good reason. Her musical career spanned more than five decades, earning her the well-deserved ...

DETROIT — Queen Bey dedicated her performance with husband, Jay Z, to the Queen of Soul drawing a thunderous roar from Aretha Franklin's hometown of Detroit. The Detroit Free Press reports the moment ...

Aretha Franklin is one of the major influences on Paula Fuga, who performed a tribute to the iconic singer at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in 2022. Fuga will return to the MACC on Sept. 20. Having ...

Apr. 14—VAN WERT — Demiah Latreece said the Van Wert audience should be able to get up and dance while learning a little about Aretha Franklin at the "R.E.S.P.E.C.T." show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April ...