Oh man, this was bad news. This morning while driving I heard that Aretha Franklin was "gravely ill". As details seeped in during the day, reports that she may have cancer and had not publicized her diagnosis. More reports that family members had gathered at her bedside. Whatever, it doesn't sound good. So, if you're religious, say a prayer. If you're a hippie or something, send good vibes. Thoughts, prayers, vibes,...shit, raise a glass in some dank bar. At least pause and reflect on her immense talent, her nearly spotless track record, and her longevity. Many of you may have taken her for granted. Fuck, she is an American treasure with no asterisk. Those of you of a certain age know why she is the queen. It occurred to me today that some of you younger people might not have a clue. I suggest you get yourself a "Best of" at the very least. To not know Aretha Franklin is to not know music, regardless of your preferred genre.
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Listen:Aretha Franklin - Rough Lover mp3 at Groove Addict Early, 1962.
Aretha Franklin - I Never Loved a Man (the Way I Love You) mp3 at Funky 16 Corners
Aretha Franklin - Spirit in the Dark mp3 at Beware of the Blog
Aretha Franklin - Chain of Fools mp3 at Russ Strathdee
Aretha Franklin - Rock Steady (alternate mix) mp3 at Plain or Pan The shit. Period.
Aretha Franklin - The Weight mp3 at Super Position Kitty Duane Allman guitar, Muscle Shoals.
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