Aretha Franklin has been inducted into the GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Also inducted was country and bluegrass star Ricky Skaggs, singer-songwriter Dallas Holm, family group The Hoppers, the late televangelist Rex Humbard and Christian rockers Love Song. The induction took place at Trinity Music City in Hendersonville, Tenn. Aretha was not able to […]
Since the announcement of Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez departure, Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin has reportedly expressed an interest in becoming an American Idol judge. An admitted fan of the show, Franklin mentioned her desire to be one of the decision-makers on AI in an interview with CNN, “I still haven’t been on ‘American Idol’…I’d love to be […]
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The dictionary definition of a diva is “a highly distinguished female singer.” There are few women in our time who have been so distinguished as female singers that there have been entire shows (VH1’s Divas Live) and songs (Beyonce’s “Diva“) dedicated to showcasing talent. The ultimate diva over time has become more than just “a highly distinguished female singer.” […]
Music legends and fans are mourning the loss of Soul Train host and creator Don Cornelius. The Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin released the following statement: “It’s just so sad, stunning and downright shocking and a huge and momentous loss to the African-American community and the world at large. Don Cornelius single handedly brought about […]
Not so fast! Aretha Franklin who was supposed to walk down the aisle this summer, has called off her wedding. Aretha who got engaged to longtime friend William “Willie” Wilkerson over the holidays issued the following statement: Regretfully, To Our Friends and Supporters: Will and I have decided we were moving a little too fast, […]
