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The most amazing rock concert in the history of the universe will be on television Sunday, and many of you will likely have missed it. But for me, thank you very much.
Some of the biggest names in the music industry gathered at Madison Square Garden at the end of last month to perform two concerts to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. A TV show follows as sure as rock ‘n’ roll rose from the blues.
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The hat that dazzled millions of people during the inauguration of President Barack Obama, is now being offered as a Christmas ornament. Aretha Franklin's stylish big-bowed hat was the inspiration for the glittery-glass ornament. The ornament's designer hopes it too will be a big fashion hit.
They will cost $43 a piece and will be sold at Bronner's in Frankenmuth, the Ritz-Carlton in Dearborn, some area gift shops and by email at klassicsbykurtis@comcast.net
Will you buy an Aretha Hat Ornament?The hat that dazzled millions of people during the inauguration of President Barack... more
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The cosmos worked overtime to produce mega-divas this week in March. Diana Ross, Elton John, Aretha Franklin, Perez Hilton and Joan Crawford are some of the more notable human creations. Aries have a secret desire to lead the way for others. They are fire signs and regarded in astrology as adventurous, active and outgoing. Happy Diva Birthdays!The cosmos worked overtime to produce mega-divas this week in March. Diana Ross, Elton... more
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The singer gained a few and wore a bad outfit. How one pair of jeans can turn into a week's worth of coverage on Access Hollywood, Extra, The Insider, and Entertainment Tonight with Donald Trump, Miley Cyrus, Kim Kardashian, Pete Wentz, and even Barack Obama weighing in. Get it? Weighing?
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LOS ANGELES - The Smithsonian Museum wants Aretha Franklin’s Inauguration Day hat.
The Queen of Soul’s big-bowed headgear has become a hot property since the legendary singer wore it to belt out “America the Beautiful” at President Barack Obama’s Jan. 20 inauguration.
But while the Smithsonian wants the original, Aretha’s not sure if she wants to give it up.
“I am considering it. It would be hard to part with my chapeau since it was such a crowning moment in history. I would like to smile every time I look back at it and remember what a great moment it was in American and African-American history. Ten cheers for President Obama,” she said in a statement, according to New York Magazine.
One piece of couture that will definitely be heading for the museum is First Lady Michelle Obama’s ball gown from the historic evening.
According to the Washington Post, the Jason Wu-designed dress will be on display this summer, and they’re interested in her Isabel Toledo ensemble from the ceremony, as well.LOS ANGELES - The Smithsonian Museum wants Aretha Franklin’s Inauguration Day hat.... more
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If you didn't see Aretha Franklin's performance (or distracted by her hat) at the Inauguration last week, here is comedian, Greg Scotnici's tribute to the Queen. I think Aretha's version is definitely better but I'm not sure whose hat I liked better. Go to www.thegrittyandthepretty.com.If you didn't see Aretha Franklin's performance (or distracted by her hat) at the... more
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Aretha Franklin sings "My Country Tis of Thee" at the Inauguration of President Barack ObamaAretha Franklin sings "My Country Tis of Thee" at the Inauguration of President Barack... more
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Aretha Franklin showed up to the Presidential Inaugural ceremonies and delivered. Emotion was what it was all about, kids, and to that she sang beautifully. She doesn't have to do a damn thing more in her life.
"This will be the day when all of God's children will be able to sing with new meaning "My country 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died, land of the pilgrim's pride, from every mountainside, let freedom ring."
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. "I Have a Dream" SpeechAretha Franklin showed up to the Presidential Inaugural ceremonies and delivered.... more
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Aretha Franklin sang My Country, ‘Tis Of Thee during the presidential inauguration of Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States. Decked out in a huge hat, she belted out the song with her usual flair.Aretha Franklin sang My Country, ‘Tis Of Thee during the presidential inauguration... more
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Douglas Caballero and the Daily Fix present your ultimate guide to the Obama administration's first festival. Monday is just one day away from Barack Obama's historic nomination. It's also Martin Luther King day, and Aretha Franklin is paying tribute to at the Kennedy center. Rock the Vote also presents "Hey America Feels Kinda Cool Again" with the Beastie Boys and Sheryl Crow. Even so, the night's hottest ticket may be Jay-Z at the Warner Theatre, which holds only about 1,800 fans.
The Daily Fix is the first music blog on TV airing on Current TV. The 2-minute daily music news show delivers cutting edge music news and insightful opinion in compelling short doses, utilizing MP3's and user-generated video from all over the web. Hosted by Douglas Caballero, the show airs daily at 9:31am, 1:31pm, 5:31pm, 8:31pm, 12:31am, 4:31am Eastern Time and can be found online at current.com/dailyfix.Douglas Caballero and the Daily Fix present your ultimate guide to the Obama... more
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It's time to Barack and roll with the biggest music festival yet in 2009 -- the Inauguration. Urban hitmakers like will.i.am, Beyonce and Mary J. Blige will join classic favorites (Bruce Springsteen, Sting and Bono) and Chi-town indie stalwarts (Andrew Bird and Ted Leo) to take over the Capitol for three days and nights of celebratory concerts and parties. Douglas Caballero and the Daily Fix present your ultimate guide to the Obama administration's first festival.
The Daily Fix is the first music blog on TV airing on Current TV. The 2-minute daily music news show delivers cutting edge music news and insightful opinion in compelling short doses, utilizing MP3's and user-generated video from all over the web. Hosted by Douglas Caballero, the show airs daily at 9:31am, 1:31pm, 5:31pm, 8:31pm, 12:31am, 4:31am Eastern Time and can be found online at current.com/dailyfix.It's time to Barack and roll with the biggest music festival yet in 2009 -- the... more
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Era già considerata la Regina del Soul, ma da oggi Aretha Franklin è stata scelta anche come la migliore cantante Rock della storia. A rivelarlo è un sondaggio della rivista Rolling Stone - a cui hanno partecipato musicisti, produttori, gli stessi editori della rivista e molti esperti del settore - che sarà pubblicato nel numero in uscita negli Usa venerdì prossimo.Era già considerata la Regina del Soul, ma da oggi Aretha Franklin è stata scelta... more
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I might've gone with Marvin Gaye. But Aretha's a good choice. Where was Bob Marley?
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Legendary record producer Jerry Wexler, who helped shape R&B music with influential recordings of Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and other greats, and later made key recordings with the likes of Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, has died, says his co-author, David Ritz. He was 91. Read More...Legendary record producer Jerry Wexler, who helped shape R&B music with influential... more
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Jerry Wexler was a World War II hero and one of the most successful and influential music producers of his time. From the time he became a partner at Atlantic Records in 1953 he helped cultivate the musical careers of such artists as Ray Charles, the Drifters, Aretha Franklink, Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan and George Michael. An inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Wexler enjoyed close to 30 years of success in the industry he helped mold.Jerry Wexler was a World War II hero and one of the most successful and influential... more
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Joss Stone's lyrics come from her personal life and her musical inspiration comes from American R&B/Soul legends.
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PETA is no fan of Aretha Franklin. She upset the animal rights organization by wearing a full-length fur coat to a Grammy event last month. But after the TMZ gossip site reported that ‘The Empress of All Music’ (as she's now calling herself post- Beyoncégate) was about to loose her home due to an IRS claim for approximately $19,000 in back taxes, PETA President Ingrid E. Newkirk offered to bury the hatchet, and help out the troubled singer.
PETA has pledged to pay Franklin's tax bill on condition that the pelt-loving diva promises never to wear fur again. They are also asking Franklin to donate her furs to the organization as Mariah Carey and Kim Cattrall have done. "Our offer is a win-win situation," says Newkirk in an open letter. "You get to keep your home, and animals get to keep their lives. We are rooting for you to please give animals the R-E-S-P-E-C-T that they deserve by giving up fur." Sounds like a no-brainer to us.
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Aretha Franklin may have got some respect from the Daily Mantra after we saw her perform last week (see story), but she's not getting any props from Peta. It seems the "Empress of All Music," as she's referring to herself post Beyoncégate, upset the animal rights activist group after she was photographed wearing a white, full-length fur coat to the Grammys.
In an open letter to Franklin, PETA's VP Dan Mathews says, "Music lovers may think of you as a 'queen,' but to animal lovers, you are a court jester. I'm sorry, Aretha, but your furs make you look like a clown. Why not shed the old-fashioned look that adds pounds to your frame and detracts from your beautiful voice? Won't you donate your furs to the poor as "queen of compassion," Mariah Carey, did? You'll get a tax credit for the donation, and we at PETA will all sing your praises."
Indeed today may be a good one for Ms. Franklin to donate her offending coats since the Los Angeles Mission is holding its annual March For Human Dignity but a stones throw from The Nokia Theatre, where Franklin performed last week. The annual event aims to spread awareness about what the Los Angeles Mission is doing to help the homeless of Skid Row. During the event, volunteers are on hand to collect much needed clothing. As well as coats to keep the homeless warm, the Mission distributes around 49,000 pairs of new underwear to the homeless each year. Perhaps Franklin has some diva-size duds she can drop off with her furs.
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The Daily Mantra paid our respects to Aretha Franklin at the Nokia Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles last night. After randomly catching The Blues Brothers on TV the night before, and shopping at Whole Foods to the sounds of "I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)" yesterday, when some free tickets materialized at the last minute, we took it as a sign that the Universe wanted us to go see her, and we're certainly glad we did.
After the storm in a tea cup at the Grammys, when Beyoncé referred to Tina Turner as "The Queen," which upset Franklin since "The Queen of Soul" is a title she has long laid claim too, it was notable that the Nokia Theatre master of ceremonies kicked the performance off by introducing the legendary singer as the "Empress of All Music" (top that Beyoncé).
The night's performance seemed effortless to Franklin, who didn't break a sweat as she busted out classic after classic. When you watch the Aretha wannabes on American Idol, they always make you aware when they're going for a tough note, conveying the difficulty of the feat they're about to achieve as if to highlight their skill. While our new American Idols push and strain to attain pitch and volume, Franklin's only challenge is the fight to hold back and control her overwhelming vocal power.
The true magic of a great performer lies in making it all look so easy, rather than making the audience hit the edge of their seats every time they sense a challenging note coming along as today's so-called idols do. With the finale came a gospel choir, as if to underscore the fact that Franklin's talent doesn't lie in soulless vocal gymnastics, but is born of spirituality, and impassioned pleas to a higher power to raise all our spirits to a better place.
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This was tribute I did to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oddly, I put this together in 30 minutes, but when you combine Aretha Franklin, a song from Les Misrables and Dr. King, you can't really go wrong.
It is one of two tributes (the other to my fellow servicemen). It is also one of my most viewed Youtube post. Enjoy!This was tribute I did to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oddly, I put this together in 30... more
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