Aretha Franklin: The Way We Were

Detroit soul legend sweats a sold-out Moody once again

"...The purse stashed under the piano Thursday night foretold Aretha Franklin’s arrival. Because the gospel priestess demands the AC..."

Sept. 4, 2014 Music Post by Nina Hernandez

Amazing Grace

The lost concert movie of the nights that Aretha Franklin recorded her iconic album

"...Words fail anyone attempting to describe the singing of Aretha Franklin, a standard this writer won’t be exceeding today...."

April 12, 2019 Movie Review by Michael King

SXSW Film Review: Amazing Grace

Two nights with the incomparable Aretha Franklin

"...Words fail anyone attempting to describe the singing of Aretha Franklin, a standard this writer won’t be exceeding today...."

March 17, 2019 SXSW Post by Michael King

Antone’s Anniversary: Bernard Purdie Drum Clinic

Aretha Franklin bandleader rocks Home of the Blues Saturday

"...into the 1972 recording of funk missile “Rock Steady,” Aretha Franklin’s sheet music fell from her piano onto the..."

June 27, 2019 Music Post by Thomas Fawcett

Muscle Shoals

The Alabama town that birthed two music studios and inspired great recordings by Aretha, the Rolling Stones, and scores more is viewed in this laid-back documentary.

"...unprecedented reputation in American music. It’s the place where Aretha lamented about never loving a man the way she..."

Oct. 18, 2013 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Think

Aretha Franklin heats up the Moody

"...Austin City Limits digs, the Queen of Soul – Aretha Franklin – sold out every last seat...."

Nov. 16, 2011 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Aretha Franklin

In Box

"...Aretha FranklinTake a Look: Aretha Franklin Complete on Columbia (Columbia)..."

July 29, 2011 Music Review by Raoul Hernandez

Rock & Roll Books

Any Old Way You Choose It

"...Aretha: From These Roots by Aretha Franklin with David Ritz..."

Dec. 31, 1999 Books Feature by Stephen MacMillan Moser

A Man and a Half

Hanging with music industry legend Jerry Wexler

"...Pickett, Duane Allman, Betty Carter, Patti LaBelle, Roberta Flack, Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Dusty Springfield, Sam & Dave, Donny..."

Dec. 1, 2000 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Respect

Bloated Aretha Franklin biopic lacks her glitz and power

"...unfortunately, is no different. Following the incredible career of Aretha Franklin (Hudson), Liesl Tommy’s feature begins with the tragedy..."

Aug. 13, 2021 Movie Review by Jenny Nulf

Aretha Franklin & King Curtis

"...Aretha Franklin & King Curtis..."

May 27, 2005 Music Review by Raoul Hernandez

Party Rockin’

Judging the Presidential race by its iPod playlists

"...Sky”)

 Florence + the Machine (“You’ve Got the Love”)

 Aretha Franklin (“The Weight“)

 Montgomery Gentry (“My Town”)

 Al Green..."

Oct. 18, 2012 Music Post by Abby Johnston

Point Austin: 'Embrace What Is Right'

On Obama, what it means … and what it doesn't

"...It didn't hit me until Aretha began to sing...."

Jan. 23, 2009 News Column by Michael King

After a Fashion

What do Osama Bin Laden, Aretha Franklin, and Blue Genie Art Industries have in common? Absolutely nothing, but go ahead and read about them anyway.

"...program in her hand couldn't cover her shame. And Aretha Franklin? Well, Aretha is the Queen of Soul and..."

Feb. 28, 2003 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Aretha Franklin

Liveshot

"...Aretha Franklin..."

April 27, 2007 Music Review by Raoul Hernandez

The Luv Doc: Lipstick on the Mirror

Why would you want to be with someone who doesn't care how you feel?

"...In the inimitable words of Aretha, "R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Find out what it means to me." Aretha's..."

Feb. 9, 2018 Column by The Luv Doc

SXSW Online: Recommended Programming

Must-catch panels, films, music showcases, and more at this year's all-virtual Fest

"...2pm:  Inside Genius: Aretha, the Story of the Queen of Soul — Featured..."

March 12, 2021 Features Feature

Jazz on a Summer's Day

The groundbreaking concert movie gains new meaning in this stunning restoration

"...that shouldn't work but still soars (don't tell me Aretha Franklin didn't see that performance before she made "Amazing..."

Aug. 14, 2020 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Upside

Remake of a true story of an unlikely friendship is the flattest version yet

"...hot dogs, and R&B music (although The Upside substitutes Aretha Franklin for the original’s example of Earth, Wind &..."

Jan. 18, 2019 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Whitney

Another glimpse behind the curtain at the late musical legend

"...directress and inspirational backup singer for the likes of Aretha Franklin, Van Morrison, and Elvis Presley. Cissy was Whitney’s..."

July 6, 2018 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...June. Thompson, who arrived on the convention stage to Aretha Franklin's "Respect," jokingly thanked Craddick for spending more than..."

Aug. 11, 2006 News Feature

Music for the Eyes

Annie Leibovitz's portraits of American musicians reveal her true oeuvre

"...captures character in the faces of artists such as Aretha Franklin, Flaco Jimenez, Pete Seeger, Max Roach, and Ralph..."

July 8, 2005 Arts Feature by Margaret Moser

Residential Address: Mel & James Hold Casual Communion in the Jade Room

With talent, technology, and the Holy Ghost

"...A stunning, almost holy picture of a mid-20s Aretha Franklin veiled in white lace sits firmly above a..."

Dec. 9, 2022 Music Column by Gary Lindsey

Willie Nelson to Deliver SXSW Online Conference Keynote

Shotgun Willie brings a few hundred friends to the virtual stage

"...• Inside GENIUS: ARETHA, the Story of the Queen of Soul: A conversation..."

Jan. 13, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

We Have an Issue: Looking for Bright Spots in a Historically Bad Year

The Top 10s Issue

"...virtual fest, including actor Cynthia Erivo (appearing next in Aretha Franklin miniseries Genius: Aretha), musician Mark Mothersbaugh (Devo), and..."

Dec. 18, 2020 Column by Kimberley Jones

SXSW Reveals First Speakers for 2021 Fest

Climate, cannabis, and creativity featured in initial drop

"...and producer Brian Grazer on the making of GENIUS: ARETHA, an Aretha Franklin miniseries, the latest in Nat Geo’s..."

Dec. 15, 2020 Events Post by Kimberley Jones

An Excerpt From Willie Nelson and Sister Bobbie's New Book

A new family bible Me and Sister Bobbie finds the Nelson siblings moving to Austin and making Shotgun Willie.

"...Records famous for his work with Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin. Even though Wexler's specialty was rhythm and blues,..."

Nov. 13, 2020 Music Feature

Rob Sheffield's Mix Tape

"...Blues” I just heard this one recently. Filth! Awesome. Aretha Franklin, “My Way” From 1970, an outtake on the..."

Jan. 24, 2008 Music Post by Austin Powell

Mary J. Blige, Alicia Keys

"...Keys' third studio release, pounds and caresses ivory, yet Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder carry equal weight with Streisand..."

Dec. 28, 2007 Music Review by Raoul Hernandez

Eurythmics

Gift guide

"..."There Must Be an Angel (Playing With My Heart)." Aretha Franklin on "Sisters Are Doin' It for Themselves" mirrors..."

Dec. 16, 2005 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

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