Today would have been Aretha Franklin’s 78th birthday and to honor her National Geographic released a photo from the upcoming GENIUS: Aretha. Cynthia Erivo portrays Franklin in the upcoming global miniseries. The National Geographic Channel acknowledges Franklin’s giving spirit that contributed to various charities throughout her life and in responseContinue Reading
The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre in Detroit has announced its lineup for the 2020 Jazzy Nights season. The venue was formerly known as Chene Park was renamed after the late music legend in May 2019 just nine months after her passing. Sheila E, Avery Sunshine, Peabo Bryson, PJ Morton and moreContinue Reading
Raphael Saadiq and Terence Blanchard have joined National Geographic’s GENIUS: ARETHA. Saadiq has signed on as executive producer and he will be responsible for producing, recording and arranging the music. Blanchard is slated to write and produce the score. The first-ever scripted series on Aretha Franklin will air Monday, May,Continue Reading
Who should sing the national anthem at Super Bowl 2020? Will Byron Allen win his racial discrimination lawsuit against Comcast for denying his networks a place in their system? Is Cynthia Erivo the best choice to play Aretha Franklin in National Geographic’s GENIUS series? Related posts: Media Questions OfContinue Reading