Etta James

[caliluv]

Just heard that the great Etta James has passed. Story was on CNN

[stingbeelee]

It is now on Yahoo as "breaking news" here:
http://news.yahoo.com/legendary-blue...163740416.html

One of the best singers of R & B, blues, rock, period.
When I was at my parents house "At Last" came on the radio, and I asked my Dad "who is that?!!!!"; he said Etta James, that night I went looking for her records...

[blueskies]

At Last.....RIP Etta

[marv2]

I just heard the news. I know she had been very ill for a long time, but this is still very sad. She was an innovator and pioneer of R&B and I loved her vocal style. I also loved her spirit and personality. She will be missed. Rest in peace Etta, God Bless and thank you for everything!

Marv

[rta5225]

Here's a link. We knew it was just a matter of time.

http://www.woio.com/story/16351379/j...mes-dies-at-73

[MotownSteve]

I just got an email from the NYT. RIP Etta. You will be missed.

[alanh]

Indeed not unexpected, but sad. Etta recorded some beautiful music throughout many decades and changes of style. Yet she was always Etta. Thank you for the music.

[tom_moulton]

Etta was one of the GREATS and she will be missed my many.RIP sweet Lady

[luke]

Last report was she was actually doing better--kind of symbolic of her life-ups and downs and ups-what a survivor-thriver!!RIP

[paladin]

RIP , Mrs Etta James.

[copley]

Etta is one of my very special ladies who I grew to love after hearing 'Tell Mama' in '67. She had an amazing life and survived against all odds. I saw her in Denver in '03, a surprise treat from my friends. If I had to pick a favourite album it would be 'Deep In The Night' but she had so many great albums. I bought her last album 'The Dreamer' just before Christmas and was really quite surprised at how good it is. Her biography 'Rage To Survive' is the best of its kind. Not only is Etta's life laid bare but it also gives an insight to the bad old days of how black people were treated. It's shocking but necessary reading. I'm so sad that Etta has gone but happy that she's now at peace.

[jillfoster]

Sad to see her go, but she's not in pain anymore. What a gift she had, the richness and depth of emotion is amazing.

[Kamasu_Jr]

How ironic that we lose both Johnny Otis and Etta within the same week. Etta could sing anything for me. May she rest in peace.

[P-Shark: The Revenge]

How ironic that we lose both Johnny Otis and Etta within the same week. Etta could sing anything for me. May she rest in peace.

That was her Godfather. Rest in peace

[brother_love]

My dear sweet peaches I will carry you in my heart forever. Be at peace...

[Roberta75]

Ms. Etta James is free from pain and suffering and now in the arms of the Lord.

God bless and protect you Ms. Etta.

Roberta

[soulster]

She was an innovator and pioneer of R&B and I loved her vocal style.

How was she innovative, and what did she pioneer?

[marv2]

We really lost a GIANT today y'all. Just look at what's out there now and you know exactly what I mean!

[marv2]

How was she innovative, and what did she pioneer?

For one, she was the first woman in popular music to record a song that was consider "risque" from all sides when she recorded "The Wallflower" [[also known as "Roll With Me Henry" and "Dance With Me Henry") in response to the very popular song, "Work With Me Annie" by Hank Ballard and the Midnighters. It all sounds relatively tame by today's standards but it was considered quite controversial for 1955.

[bankhousedave]

RIP Etta James.

[marv2]

etta......!

[mr soul]

Only last year my son & daughter in law chose Etta's version of "At Last" to come down the aisle to. A very sad loss Etta James R.I.P.

[daviddesper]

I have about 2000 CDs in my collection, and of those, maybe 8-10 are by Etta. I just rotate them in my car randomly, so wouldn't you know that on this day when I heard of her passing, one of her CD's was in my player at the time. Much more than coincidence I would say.

Her version of Dylan's "Gotta Serve Somebody" is beyond awesome and I could listen to it all day. RIP special lady!

[sunshineonacloudyday]

I love this one written by Etta & Johnny, and now they've gone together

Rest In Peace Miss Etta James...

[soulster]

For one, she was the first woman in popular music to record a song that was consider "risque" from all sides when she recorded "The Wallflower" [[also known as "Roll With Me Henry" and "Dance With Me Henry") in response to the very popular song, "Work With Me Annie" by Hank Ballard and the Midnighters. It all sounds relatively tame by today's standards but it was considered quite controversial for 1955.

Oh, that's just during the rock & roll era. Trust me, women have recorded risque songs before then.

[marv2]

Oh, that's just during the rock & roll era. Trust me, women have recorded risque songs before then.

I know all a bout that gut bucket, black bottom stuff Ma Rainey and them were doing back in 1920's . I am talking Etta was during her thing at a time when people like Patti Page were singing

"[[How Much Is That) Doggie in the Window" and Doris Day with "Que Sera, Sera [[Whatever Will Be, Will Be)" . Etta had balls!

[marv2]

Aretha released a statement tonight praising Etta James. It appeared on MSNBC at about 6:30 pm EST

[marv2]

Etta's music has influenced several generations of artists, female artists in particularly. Here is Jully Black, "Canada's Queen of R&B" with a brilliant remake of Etta James' "Seven Day Fool"......check it out!

[soulster]

Etta had balls!

I hope not!

I am talking Etta was during her thing at a time when people like Patti Page were singing

"[[How Much Is That) Doggie in the Window" and Doris Day with "Que Sera, Sera [[Whatever Will Be, Will Be)" .

Yeah, that stuff is revolting! It's why the rock & roll era had to happen!

[uptight]

Bless her soul.

[dianesfan_1965]

http://www.people.com/people/article...563672,00.html

Etta James' son speaks about his mother's last moments to PEOPLE MAGAZINE!

[marv2]

Etta made classics! Here is another one and a favorite of mine. "I'd Rather Go Blind"........have mercy!

[atcsm]

What a great article from a great magazine.

http://www.people.com/people/article...563672,00.html

Etta James' son speaks about his mother's last moments to PEOPLE MAGAZINE!

[mark speck]

She will always be one of my favorite female artists...RIP, Etta, and thank you...

Best,

Mark

[splanky]

Though nobody was surprised at the news of her passing it is sad, regardless. I was at work when I got the word yesterday and I couldn't say how much I will miss Etta. No one did it like she did, no one could blend the blues, soul and
rock and roll in a big batter of sex and love the way she did on so many of her recordings. RIP, Jamesetta...

[KevLo]

Hi this is Kev-Lo

R.I.P. Ms. Etta James thank you for the great musical Memories

[marv2]

Has any information on the funeral or memorial been made public yet?

[brother_love]

It will be a private service and maybe a public viewing will keep you posted.

[brother_love]

There will be a public viewing for Etta this coming Friday from 5 PM to 10 PM @

Inglewood Cemertery
3801 W. Manchester Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90305

Flowers and cards can be sent to this address, her service wil be private.

[marv2]

There will be a public viewing for Etta this coming Friday from 5 PM to 10 PM @

Inglewood Cemertery
3801 W. Manchester Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90305

Flowers and cards can be sent to this address, her service wil be private.

Thank you Brother_Love

Marv

[texassoul]

Just heard this song for the first time. The intro is amazing as is the rest of the song.

Etta James - Mellow Fellow

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wrwys...e_gdata_player

[MIKEW-UK]

I posted this youtube video some time ago...since when we've lost both Harvey and Etta...

very nice performance and some sweet pictures of the two of them

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6E4nue64FGA

[marv2]

Photo coverage of Etta James' Funeral can be viewed here:

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment...9.photogallery

[marv2]

News/Video Coverage of the services:

[marv2]

[marv2]

Here are four GIANTS of American Music......Etta, Chaka, Gladys and B.B.!