"Queen Of Soul" Aretha Franklin dies at age 76

[vgalindo]

Many news outlets are reporting The Queen is back in the hospital and is gravely ill. Sending my prayers to Aretha and her family.

[detmotownguy]

Many news outlets are reporting The Queen is back in the hospital and is gravely ill. Sending my prayers to Aretha and her family.
Let’s hope this is a mistake. This is a tough one.

[vgalindo]

Let’s hope this is a mistake. This is a tough one.
That's what I am hoping. But there are several reports.

[jboy88]

I’m seeing reports that she’s preparing for transition! Praying for the best, and preparing for the worst! No matter when, it will always be too soon for me!

[StuBass1]

Best wishes and prayers going out to The "Queen". I did some investigation and thus far, the news sources behind the reports I've seen are largely foreign entities or other non mainstream outlets. Obviously, most truly knew that due to her recent reported health issues...this day should not come as a too unexpected surprise, but until I see some more mainstream news sources other than Daily Mail and The Sun...I'll await more information. Sad day though...

[vgalindo]

Best wishes and prayers going out to The "Queen". I did some investigation and thus far, the news sources behind the reports I've seen are largely foreign entities or other non mainstream outlets. Obviously, most truly knew that due to her recent reported health issues...this day should not come as a too unexpected surprise, but until I see some more mainstream news sources other than Daily Mail and The Sun...I'll await more information. Sad day though...
That's what I thought too. But BET is reporting it too!

https://www.bet.com/music/2018/08/12/aretha-franklin-hospitalized.html

[vgalindo]

I follow Melba Moore on Facebook and she has posted a statement for prayers for Aretha Franklin.

[midnightman]

Roger Friedman is the original source of the news. I hate to say this, but I think this is true this time.

The Queen of Soul is bidding farewell...

[Bluebrock]

I follow Melba Moore on Facebook and she has posted a statement for prayers for Aretha Franklin.
I don't think Melba would post something unless she had it from a reliable source. I guess this news shouldn't come as too much of a shock, but if it is indeed true it is a very sad time for us all. However, Aretha is a fighter so lets not give up on her quite yet.

[BritishTony]

Dear Aretha, you are in our heart and our prayers.

[wonder_woman]

Praying for Aretha the greatest female singer of all time.

[PeaceNHarmony]

Here's Roger Freidman's post -
http://www.showbiz411.com/2018/08/12/exclusive-aretha-franklin-queen-of-soul-gravely-ill-in-detroit-winner-of-18-grammy-awards

[Motown Eddie]

So sorry to hear about this. Prayers for Aretha Franklin.

[woodward]

The Detroit Free Press is reporting the crisis.
https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/music/2018/08/13/aretha-franklin-gravely-sick/974630002/

[stingbeelee]

This is the lead story on WWJ Newsradio 950. They report that she is in a local Detroit hospital "gravely ill". They have a reporter who is outside of New Bethel Baptist Church and is talking to people in the neighborhood who knew her when they lived on Lasalle street. The radio station states that the family is asking for prayers worldwide. WWJ 950 is an all news radio station in Detroit.

[sansradio]

Prayers going up for the one and only Lady Soul. A tough day indeed.

[soulster]

It's on CNN now.

[Roberta75]

If Miss Franklin is transitioning may the Good Lord lead her home to his Heavenly mansion where shes going to be free from pain and singing with his choir. My prayers are with you Miss Franklin.

[RTA6226]

CBS in Detroit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YD3_VpjhArM

[RTA6226]

I LOVE her version of this song!!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6YCxXQ6Scw

[thanxal]

Very sad news. I hope her final hours are peaceful.

[arr&bee]

What!!!oh wow i hope the queen can pull through.

[RanRan79]

Praying hard about this one. Too soon to lose the Queen. This one will hit me hard.

[midnightman]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PrMuoe1ufE

To say she was blessed and gifted is an understatement! She truly was the daughter of Detroit and the queen of music.

When that time comes, Aretha, take your rest. You EARNED it Queen Ree!

[RTA6226]

Roger Friedman is the original source of the news. I hate to say this, but I think this is true this time.[/QUOTE][

The Queen of Soul is bidding farewell...[/QUOTE]

I agree with you Midnightman.

[jobeterob]

http://popculture.com/music/2018/08/13/aretha-franklin-doctors-inform-family-she-will-pass-today/

[copley]

It's been on the BBC for the past 4 hours so it's for real :[[

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-45172883

[jboy88]

In the little time she has left to be with us, I’d like to say thank you to Ms. Aretha for the music. You’ve brought joy to millions every where! I’ll miss you Ree Ree!

[glencro]

Best wishes and prayers going out to The "Queen". I did some investigation and thus far, the news sources behind the reports I've seen are largely foreign entities or other non mainstream outlets. Obviously, most truly knew that due to her recent reported health issues...this day should not come as a too unexpected surprise, but until I see some more mainstream news sources other than Daily Mail and The Sun...I'll await more information. Sad day though...

I know some close family members who have personally disclosed this news to me some weeks ago. Keeping her in my prayers.

[PeaceNHarmony]

Dear Miss Franklin: I know you will not read this but I can only hope you can somehow 'feel' it. I've been a fan since the 'Aretha's Gold' lp and have purchased every lp you issued since then. I awaited each and every tv appearance in the 70's and was never disappointed. The piano playing, the African robes, the VOICE! Always a joy to experience. And the live concerts in New York - just legendary, from the 'With Everything I Feel In Me' tour up to NJPAC 3 years ago. Thrilling. Just thrilling. You added immeasurably to my life experience and for that I thank you. Being an Aretha fan has been an absolute joy.

[RTA6226]

Hi All: It was reported on the news here that Aretha is out of the Detroit Medical Center hospital and is now in hospice care. I don't think it'll be much longer.

[Roberta75]

Don Lemon just told his audience on CNN that Aretha is at home in hospice care. May her journey home to her Heavenly Father be peaceful and loving.

[midnightman]

Usually when someone is sent home in hospice care, that means it's over. :[[

[DJMoch]

Oh my. Very sad to hear the news about Aretha.

[midnightman]

I have to say though I still admire this woman's courage. That's one hopeful, praying woman. Whatever happens, if she survives it or she dies tomorrow night or whatever, she earned the rest like I said.

[sansradio]

I have to say though I still admire this woman's courage. That's one hopeful, praying woman. Whatever happens, if she survives it or she dies tomorrow night or whatever, she earned the rest like I said.

You better believe it. Her nephew Tim was quoted as saying she’s alert, recognizing people and joking. What a woman.

[TheMotownManiac]

Thanks to Queen Ree for all the great moments she gave me and the world.

[sophisticated_soul]

Love, light & gratitude to Aretha. All hail the Queen.

[RanRan79]

It aint over until the Lord says it's over. I've known a couple of people to go into hospice and end up with a rebound, so I'm not giving up hope. But whenever it happens- tomorrow or twenty years from now- what a legacy to leave behind!! All hail the Queen indeed.

[Jasonaldean]

We just pray for him.

[Motown Eddie]

You better believe it. Her nephew Tim was quoted as saying she’s alert, recognizing people and joking. What a woman.

This latest piece about Aretha's condition is more hopeful [[and features her nephew Tim's quotes).

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/celebrity/aretha-franklin-resting-at-home-and-her-family-remain-hopeful-despite-health-battle-says-nephew/ar-BBLTLOt?ocid=spartandhp

[sansradio]

This latest piece about Aretha's condition is more hopeful [[and features her nephew Tim's quotes).

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/celebrity/aretha-franklin-resting-at-home-and-her-family-remain-hopeful-despite-health-battle-says-nephew/ar-BBLTLOt?ocid=spartandhp

Yes, I just read that the family is backing off from the "near death" talk. We can only pray.

[RTA6226]

Wow!! LOVE it! Well, it aint over until GOD says it's over. :)

[Motown Eddie]

And more about Aretha: Stevie Wonder & Jesse Jackson visit.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/stevie-wonder-jesse-jackson-visit-ailing-aretha-franklin/ar-BBLVwuK?ocid=spartandhp

[Roberta75]

Wow!! LOVE it! Well, it aint over until GOD says it's over. :)

Amen. Amen.

[sophisticated_soul]

In her way. In her time. As befits a Queen.

[midnightman]

Houston news site reports that the Queen is "at peace with her journey".

https://www.click2houston.com/entertainment-tonight/aretha-franklin-039at-peace-with-her-journey039-as-she-remains-in-hospice-care-exclusive

*deep sigh* :[[

New Bethel is currently holding a vigil for her as we speak. Wishing Aretha a peaceful journey for sure.

[midnightman]

In this site, it reports Stevie's visit and says that while Aretha was always in hospice [[meaning never in the hospital), they told US Weekly that she's "hanging in there but recovery doesn't seem likely".

https://www.aol.com/article/entertainment/2018/08/14/stevie-wonder-says-goodbye-to-aretha-franklin-as-she-receives-hospice-care/23502124/

I'm just bracing myself for the inevitable... I do hope she pulls through but I don't know. :[[

[sophisticated_soul]

The whole world is holding a vigil for her. This thread is part of that. So much love for Aretha.

[stingbeelee]

Jay Z and Beyonce dedicated their Detroit show on Monday to Aretha. DJ Khalid played songs for the crowd beforehand. He also told the crowd about Aretha and played 'Respect'
The over 50,000 crowd SANG RESPECT OUT LOUD. This was tweens, teenagers, twenty something year olds and thirty year olds. And it looked to me that all of them knew the words. This is a 50+ year old song! I've worked with kids in Detroit for 40+ years. There are only a few songs that people from 10 to 80 know. 'Respect' is one. 'My Girl' is another. 'Ain't no mountain high enough [[Marvin/Tammi)'. If I do the hand signal, the kids know 'Stop! In the Name of Love'. There is only one artist that I can remember where 5 generations of my family had their records at the same time, and that's Aretha. Even when Michael J was at his peak, my great-great aunt and grandmother did not want nor buy his records. Only Aretha spanned the generations. My great-great aunt had her records, my grandmother had her records, my Mother had her records, I had her records and my little niece danced and sang to her records. Long live the Queen!

[PeaceNHarmony]

Looks like nephew Tim's comments are being rebuked by the family:

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/14/arts/music/aretha-franklin-hospice-illness.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2 Farts&action=click&contentCollection=arts&region=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=1&pgtype=sectionfront

[woodward]

There were reports that a prayer vigil was to be held from 2 PM to 4 PM Tuesday [[8/14)
at the north side of the White House in Washington, DC. I have not heard or seen any article indicating it actually took place. If and when it does, I am positive the President
will not participate.

[vgalindo]

Miss Ross on her Twitter account for Queen Aretha.

https://mobile.twitter.com/DianaRoss/status/1029745241765687297?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

[sophisticated_soul]

More tributes. https://people.com/music/aretha-franklin-seriously-ill-celebrities-react/

[midnightman]

Her band mate went to see her, said she was struggling but said she "was a fighter".

I love Diana's tweet.

[midnightman]

Former publicist for the Queen of Soul recounts when he realized Aretha was really sick after she pulled out of attending her annual Christmas party last December.

https://www.clickondetroit.com/entertainment/aretha-franklin/aretha-franklins-former-publicist-speaks-as-she-remains-in-hospice-care

[Cincinnati_Kid]

There were reports that a prayer vigil was to be held from 2 PM to 4 PM Tuesday [[8/14)
at the north side of the White House in Washington, DC. I have not heard or seen any article indicating it actually took place. If and when it does, I am positive the President
will not participate.


He won't. And if he did, his response would be a freakin tweet.

[PeaceNHarmony]

Miss Ross on her Twitter account for Queen Aretha.

https://mobile.twitter.com/DianaRoss/status/1029745241765687297?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

That's beautifully and lovingly written -

[midnightman]

He won't. And if he did, his response would be a freakin tweet.

Why are we so concerned about what that nitwit says? He's irrelevant. LOL

[Motown Eddie]

https://abc7ny.com/entertainment/aretha-franklin-queen-of-soul-dies-at-age-76/3943285/

[Motown Eddie]

It's official; Aretha Franklin's gone. RIP

https://abc7ny.com/entertainment/aretha-franklin-queen-of-soul-dies-at-age-76/3943285/

[lucky2012]

Rest in Peace, Queen of Soul.

[marv2]

May God Bless our great Queen..........Ms. Aretha Franklin!

[alexstassi]

Spread your wings and fly high angel x

[muzicmuse44]

I just received news that Ms. Franklin has passed. Rest in Glory Queen.

[Luciano]

Reading it just stung. My prayers and condolences go out to the family. Thanks Aretha for the music.

[jboy88]

And on the same day Elvis Presley died 41 years ago! RIP to the Queen!

[thanxal]

May she Rest In Peace.

[copley]

Heaven has just gained an angel. RIP Aretha.


https://youtu.be/w5z5vulgiGI

[Guy]

The Queen...

Marianne Williamson wrote a very poignant Instagram post - https://www.instagram.com/p/BmfTsBFFpdW/?hl=en

I love the part about our prayers being roses on her path home. She deserves ALL the roses. An extraordinary artist, a devastating loss.

[RanRan79]

I prayed for the best, prepared for the worst, so I'm not as devastated as I thought I would be. I'm just thanking the Lord that He let us have the Queen for as long as we did. One of my greatest musical inspirations and loves. I believe she is at peace and there's not much more I can ask for. But she sums up how I feel in the title of one of my fav cuts of hers, "It Hurts Like Hell". Today is going to be Queen Ree all day in the music I listen to.

[RTA6226]

Thanks for everything Aretha! All of our other stars are welcoming you home!

https://www.facebook.com/ABCWorldNewsNow/videos/282027065924956/?notif_id=1534425756977638&notif_t=live_video

[RTA6226]

I just saw online, she's gone. 14534

[Luciano]

Copley - Beautiful! Thanks for posting. "Angel"

[jaybs]

Aretha Franklin - The Queen of Soul, Thanks for the inspiration for so many years, Rest in Peace now Dear Beautiful Aretha,, Respect!

Condolences to all her Dear Family at this time.

[arr&bee]

I just heard,and it's as if a family member had passed because Aretha has been a part of my life since I was a kid,my mother loved her music and so did I..The Queen Is Dead-LONG LIVE THE QUEEN!

[luke]

So true. I’m sad. There will never be another like her. RIP Lady Soul.

[westgrandboulevard]

Aretha Franklin: 1942-2018


'She Is Gone'
[[poem by David Harkins)


You can shed tears that she is gone,
Or you can smile, because she has lived

You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back,
Or you can open your eyes, and see all that she has left

Your heart can be empty because you can't see her,
Or you can be full of the love that you shared

You can turn your back on tomorrow, and live yesterday
Or you can be happy for tomorrow, because of yesterday

You can remember her, and only that she is gone
Or you can cherish her memory, and let it live on

You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back,
Or you can do what she would want:
Smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

[vgalindo]

I am so sad. RIP Queen Aretha.

[midnightman]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKBTFaan32Q

Rest in power, Aretha.

[ralpht]

Nice poem, westgrand. I guess I've lived long enough now to see the wisdom of those words.

[DJMoch]

Rest In Peace, Ree Ree. 😢

[jack020]

What a legacy, RIP Queen of Soul

[Motown Eddie]

I'm crying Big tears over the death of Aretha Franklin today. As she Rests In Heavenly Paradise, the tributes are flowing in from around the world.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/gallery/celebs-react-to-aretha-franklins-death/ss-BBM0S6a?ocid=spartanntp

[BritishTony]

So, so sad. We lost a musical queen today. Dear Lord we commend her to your care.
Our world lost a beautiful voice this day but, goodness, what a day in heaven: Clara, Sam, Jackie, Otis, Levi, Ali Ollie, Erma, Caroline and now Aretha. How I'd love to be a that service [[but not quite yet, if He's listening)

[Boogiedown]

Some deaths leave a certain numbness.
Thank you Aretha Franklin.
RIP

[sansradio]

This one hurts big time. How can you summon the words to convey the loss of such a titanic force in world culture? One of the last living links to Mahalia, Dinah, Sam, Art Tatum, Clara Ward and a glorious fighter for civil rights--not only through her activism, but through the power of her work and the majesty of her presence. There will never be another like that elemental, soaring voice, full stop. The Queen is dead. Long live the Queen.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1UJiCqdVNA

[sansradio]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKBTFaan32Q

Rest in power, Aretha.

Get outta my head, midnight!!! I've been sharing this for the past 24 hours. Thanks for posting.

[Jasonaldean]

So sad news Rest in piece Queen.

[jboy88]

I prayed for the best, prepared for the worst, so I'm not as devastated as I thought I would be. I'm just thanking the Lord that He let us have the Queen for as long as we did. One of my greatest musical inspirations and loves. I believe she is at peace and there's not much more I can ask for. But she sums up how I feel in the title of one of my fav cuts of hers, "It Hurts Like Hell". Today is going to be Queen Ree all day in the music I listen to.

My sentiments exactly, ran! It’s a lot easier to swallow when the loss is gradually! Just as with Levi Stubbs & Teddy Pendergrass, there was time to come to terms with the inevitable. While it’s sucks that Aretha’s gone, I’m still at ease with it.

[Jerry Oz]

This is heartbreaking news. She touched hundreds of millions of lives and she'll continue to do so for generations. I'm praying that her loved ones will recall the joy of her living instead of the pain they felt at her passing.

Farewell, Sister Aretha.

[jobeterob]

https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.washingtonpost.com/amphtml/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2018/08/16/carole-king-diana-ross-the-merriam-webster-dictionary-and-more-pay-tribute-to-aretha-franklin-who-died-at-76/&freshcontent=1

[midnightman]

@sansradio, no problem. :) I played that earlier this year when she had to cancel all of her concerts this year. I should've known.

@Ran and jboy, me too. But I loved that she was a fighter. She wasn't one who easily gave up. I'm sure she wanted to stay here but it's God's will and they did say she was at peace with whatever happened. She went out peacefully and around the people she loved.

Her death is not tragic, it's just her passing to another universe somewhere. She leaves behind a legendary legacy...

[Roberta75]

Jesus knows there is a glory that is far beyond anything this world can offer. He knows that the true sight of him is worth more than millions of worlds. He knows that the sight of his glory will leave no one unsatisfied. Jesus is eager for his precious saints to enter eternal happiness with him. Our beloved Miss Aretha Franklin has entered her Heavenly happiness and seen the sight of Jesus. You are home Miss Franklin and there is no more pain. Rejoice with the Lord in your new home.

[jobeterob]

Someone at the local Y pointed out that Aretha Franklin died on the same day that Elvis Presley died 41 years ago. A bit ironic.

[sophisticated_soul]

Rest In Peace, Aretha Franklin. Thank you for the music.

[RTA6226]

Someone at the local Y pointed out that Aretha Franklin died on the same day that Elvis Presley died 41 years ago. A bit ironic.

She also shares a birthday with Elton John. What is interesting about her death date is that a King and Queen passed on the same day. Elvis Presley is the King of Rock and Roll and Aretha is the undisputed Queen of Soul.

[midnightman]

Someone at the local Y pointed out that Aretha Franklin died on the same day that Elvis Presley died 41 years ago. A bit ironic.

Here's something even stranger: August 16 is also Madonna's birthday.

[sansradio]

https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.washingtonpost.com/amphtml/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2018/08/16/carole-king-diana-ross-the-merriam-webster-dictionary-and-more-pay-tribute-to-aretha-franklin-who-died-at-76/&freshcontent=1

Love what Merriam-Webster did. Thanks!

[sansradio]

We paid our R-E-S-P-E-C-T-S at The Apollo this afternoon. It was eerily quiet and subdued at first with a small crowd, news cameras and a shrine of flowers and pics starting to develop around her Walk of Fame plaque. Suddenly, someone cranked up "Rock Steady" and we had our own little party on 125th Street, singing, dancing and celebrating her life. The hits kept on coming..."Respect"..."Chain of Fools"..."Until You Come Back to Me." Someone started a spontaneous chant of "'Re-tha! 'Re-tha! 'Re-tha!" and we all joined in, smiles on every face in sight.

[Jerry Oz]

This is what the late [[also great) Billy Preston had to say about her:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkumZ3lVAAA-d-k.jpg

[luke]

I love that quote. It says it all. PS sansradio. I saw you all on tv!

[Bluebrock]

Jesus knows there is a glory that is far beyond anything this world can offer. He knows that the true sight of him is worth more than millions of worlds. He knows that the sight of his glory will leave no one unsatisfied. Jesus is eager for his precious saints to enter eternal happiness with him. Our beloved Miss Aretha Franklin has entered her Heavenly happiness and seen the sight of Jesus. You are home Miss Franklin and there is no more pain. Rejoice with the Lord in your new home.
Lovely words as always Roberta. I am wiping away tears as i read your beautiful and heartfelt words. May she rest in eternal peace.

[sansradio]

I love that quote. It says it all. PS sansradio. I saw you all on tv!

HA! I hope I didn't get any face time...I called in sick. :p

[RanRan79]

My mama talking about going to Detroit for the Queen festivities. I'm seriously contemplating going along. As someone said already, it's like a family member has passed on. Aretha's family should hire extra security because they'll surely be upset to find me squeezing in with Aretha's family in the limo on the way to the funeral and sitting in the front pew at the church like I belong there. I don't belong, but I feel like I do. Lol

[RanRan79]

This is what the late [[also great) Billy Preston had to say about her:


I agree 100 percent with the sentiment. The world is worst for this loss, IMO.

[wonder_woman]

Not many singers give me goose bumps but Aretha did, no one can match her amazing vocals, a one of a kind, God Bless Her.

[TomatoTom123]

Rest in peace Aretha.

It has warmed my heart to see all the love the Queen is getting all around the world. Most of the UK's national newspapers have paid tribute... just look at this wonderful front page...

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Does Trump have to ruin everything?

I've been listening to Aretha's latest last album, the one with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and I absolutely love it. I'm so glad that it was released before she passed... does anyone know what the Queen herself thought of it? :)

[RTA6226]

Here is information on the services for Aretha; public and private. :'[[ You have to put this link in your browser.

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2018/08/17/public-viewing-private-services-aretha-franklin/1022665002/

[marv2]

Here is information on the services for Aretha; public and private. :'[[ You have to put this link in your browser.

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2018/08/17/public-viewing-private-services-aretha-franklin/1022665002/

Thank you RTA6226, it is very much appreciated.

[midnightman]

This is what the late [[also great) Billy Preston had to say about her:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DkumZ3lVAAA-d-k.jpg

As always, Billy was absolutely right. Aretha was not only a [[true) Queen but also a genius.

[Motown Eddie]

Aretha's last interview with Rolling Stone Magazine:
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/aretha-franklin-beyonce-lost-interview-712726/

[franjoy56]

Jay Z and Beyonce dedicated their Detroit show on Monday to Aretha. DJ Khalid played songs for the crowd beforehand. He also told the crowd about Aretha and played 'Respect'
The over 50,000 crowd SANG RESPECT OUT LOUD. This was tweens, teenagers, twenty something year olds and thirty year olds. And it looked to me that all of them knew the words. This is a 50+ year old song! I've worked with kids in Detroit for 40+ years. There are only a few songs that people from 10 to 80 know. 'Respect' is one. 'My Girl' is another. 'Ain't no mountain high enough [[Marvin/Tammi)'. If I do the hand signal, the kids know 'Stop! In the Name of Love'. There is only one artist that I can remember where 5 generations of my family had their records at the same time, and that's Aretha. Even when Michael J was at his peak, my great-great aunt and grandmother did not want nor buy his records. Only Aretha spanned the generations. My great-great aunt had her records, my grandmother had her records, my Mother had her records, I had her records and my little niece danced and sang to her records. Long live the Queen! aretha will live on endlessly we lost a big icon. Yes i bought respect and many other records from 67 on i even got a columbia recording of her early 60s releases. Then rock steady ushered in t 70s. And jump to it t 80s. Aretha r.i.p music industry wwill never be the same

[marv2]

aretha will live on endlessly we lost a big icon. Yes i bought respect and many other records from 67 on i even got a columbia recording of her early 60s releases. Then rock steady ushered in t 70s. And jump to it t 80s. Aretha r.i.p music industry wwill never be the same

Nope, it will never be the same now Fran. We have witnessed a true end to an era. There will never be in our lifetimes another as talented and as long lasting as Aretha Franklin. They has not been one since she first came along.

[Cincinnati_Kid]

Nope, it will never be the same now Fran. We have witnessed a true end to an era. There will never be in our lifetimes another as talented and as long lasting as Aretha Franklin. They has not been one since she first came along. You are so correct Marv. There's a reason why she was voted the "Greatest Singer" in history.

[midnightman]

Like they said about Anita Mui when she died being the "daughter of Hong Kong", I feel in my mind that Aretha was the "daughter of Detroit".

No other Detroit-reared [[as opposed to Detroit-born lol) celebrity held that city up high as much as Queen Ree. True she was born in Memphis but she truly was a Detroit homegirl.

[dylan]

Hi all,
Here are a couple of clips with Gene Simmons [[Kiss) sharing his memories about the impact Aretha had on him [[and society) after he immigrated to the U.S. from Israel. He also mentions how warm and gracious she was when he called her out of the blue to suggest doing a duet with Diana Ross.

HLN News -Tribute To Aretha Franklin : Gene Simmons with Christi Paul 8/16/18
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4I_3dOCV88 [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4I_3dOCV88)

CNN International – Gene Simmons on Aretha Franklin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EuFX2X8gXo [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EuFX2X8gXo)

[midnightman]

Shows you the impact Aretha left behind if GENE SIMMONS actually waxes poetically about you!

[detmotownguy]

I was reading how many awards and chart successes she accumulated over her career. Writer-producer-musician-arranger. She did it all.

[soulster]

I've been keeping up on all this Aretha stuff. It's just that there isn't much else to say. But, I am floored by the response there has been to her passing. Even nightclubs are playing her music! That says a LOT!

[stingbeelee]

From today's Detroit Free Press:
Aretha Franklin's funeral will be a star-studded musical affair: Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill, Ronald Isley, Chaka Khan and Jennifer Hudson are among the singers who will perform at the Aug. 31 service in Detroit.

Fantasia, Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, the Clark Sisters and Jennifer Holliday are also on tap to perform, Franklin's family announced Thursday. The full list of 19 performers is below.

Franklin's funeral will be at 10 a.m. Aug. 31 at Greater Grace Temple on Detroit's west side. It is expected to draw a host of dignitaries and celebrities from across the entertainment spectrum.

Bishop Charles H. Ellis III of Greater Grace will officiate, with the Rev. Robert Smith Jr. of Detroit's New Bethel Baptist Church as co-officiant. The eulogy will be delivered by the Rev. Jasper Williams Jr. of Atlanta's Salem Baptist Church.

At this point, the funeral is private, but some public seating ultimately may be made available.

Note: While there could be some crossover, the performers named for the funeral service are distinct from the lineup that will play the just-announced Chene Park tribute show on Aug. 30. That list of performers has not been released.

Singers scheduled for Aretha Franklin's funeral:

Stevie Wonder

Faith Hill

Ronald Isley

Chaka Khan

Fantasia

Jennifer Hudson

Yolanda Adams

Shirley Caesar

The Clark Sisters

Jennifer Holliday

Tasha Cobbs-Leonard

Marvin Sapp

The Williams Brothers

Vanessa Bell Armstrong

Audrey DuBois Harris

Alice McAllister Tillman

Edward Franklin

Aretha Franklin Orchestra

Aretha Franklin Celebration Choir

[marv2]

Norman Thrasher musician, friend of Aretha Franklin


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTXZjhAgdv0

[marv2]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HQdvqS6qbU

[waynesville]

Rest in peace Aretha.


It has warmed my heart to see all the love the Queen is getting all around the world. Most of the UK's national newspapers have paid tribute... just look at this wonderful front page...

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Does Trump have to ruin everything?

I've been listening to Aretha's latest last album, the one with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and I absolutely love it. I'm so glad that it was released before she passed... does anyone know what the Queen herself thought of it? :)

Me too. It was so wonderful that BBC, ITV and C4 news all led on Aretha, with the BBC being particularly respectful with a reporter outside the New Bethel in Detroit.

[sansradio]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35oU33MKJ3M&list=WL&index=49

[marv2]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35oU33MKJ3M&list=WL&index=49

I've met Oneil Swanson, his father and his sister. Nice family.

[Kamilah]

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[sansradio]

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Ummmm...you do know she passed away over a month ago, right?