Posts Tagged ‘Aretha Franklin’

Clive Davis Working on New Albums from Jennifer Hudson & Aretha Franklin

Posted on February 11th, 2013 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

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The music business would not be the same with legendary record man Clive Davis. Through his continued lifelong career in the industry Clive has discovered, signed and nurtured some of the greatest artists of all time. Still involved in music at the age of 80-years old, he is still hard at work doing what he loves, crafting projects for incredible female vocalists. Speaking with Billboard last week, Davis revealed he is currently working on Jennifer Hudson’s next record, and a project with Aretha Franklin.

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Aretha Franklin Stands Up For ‘American Idol’ Offer

Posted on July 18th, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Billboard is reporting that Aretha Franklin has a message for Kathie Lee Gifford: Show some R-E-S-P-E-C-T!

The queen of soul took issue with Gifford and co-host Hoda Kotb about remarks made during their morning show regarding her offer to judge “American Idol.”

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Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia, Aretha Franklin & Chaka Khan Rock ESSENCE Festival (Day 3)

Posted on July 9th, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS, PHOTOS |

It was certainly a night to remember to put it lightly, as the 2012 ESSENCE Music Festival went out with a Bang on Sunday night. The show kicked off in grand worship fashion with the legendary Kirk Franklin, then shifted to modern soul with Anthony Hamilton and Fantasia, and then took it back to the good ole days with the incomparable Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan. No need to sugar coat it, read Essence’s account of last night’s show and see photos below… #SupportR&B!

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ARETHA FRANKLIN PAYS TRIBUTE TO WHITNEY HOUSTON

Posted on February 14th, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in PERFORMANCES |

Before Whitney, there was Aretha. The Queen of Soul, who was the late-legends godmother, fittingly paid tribute to Whitney last night at a private concert at the McGlohon Theatre in Charlotte, NC. Check out Franklin’s emotional tribute to the star she helped guide since childhood.

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MARY J. BLIGE, KEYSHIA COLE, ESTELLE, LUKE JAMES & MORE TO PLAY ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2012

Posted on January 11th, 2012 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Some of music’s biggest voices are headed to New Orleans for this year’s ESSENCE Music Festival. Mary J. Blige, Keyshia Cole, Fantasia, Estelle and newcomer Luke James are just some of the announced performers for this years event.

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ARETHA FRANKLIN TO HONOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

Posted on October 12th, 2011 by Trina in NEWS |

The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial dedication will be this weekend and Aretha Franklin is slatted to perform. With the keynote address from our very own President Barack Obama, civil rights leaders Julian Bond, Rep. John Lewis, the Rev. Jesse Jackson, members of the King family and journalist Dan Rather are also scheduled to speak.

The MLK statue, standing 30-feet, is the first dedicated to a black leader on the National Mall.

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ARETHA FRANKLIN INTERVIEW WITH WENDY WILLIAMS (PART 1)

Posted on March 3rd, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in INTERVIEWS |

Wendy Williams took a trip to Detroit for an exclusive sit-down with Aretha Franklin. For the lighthearted interview the Queen spoke about her health and weight issues, the famous hat she wore at President Barack Obama’s inauguration, Whitney Houston, reality shows and more. Check it out and stay tuned for Part 2.

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Aretha Franklin Talks About Her Health, R. Kelly, Music & Wanting Halle Berry To Play In Her Biopic

Posted on January 13th, 2011 by ThisIsRnB in NEWS |

Aretha Franklin called into the Wendy Williams Show yesterday to discuss her recovery, her love for R. Kelly “You know, if he isn’t careful, I might become a cougar,” wanting Halle Berry to play her in her forthcoming biopic and more.

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