Album: Aretha by Aretha Franklin (1961)
Record Label: RCA
Format: Album

Artist Background: Aretha Louise Franklin (born March 25, 1942) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and pianist. In a recording career that has spanned over half a century, Franklin's repertoire has included gospel, jazz, blues, R&B, pop, rock and funk. Franklin is known as one of the most important popularizers of the soul music genre and is referred to as the Queen of Soul, a title she was given early in her career. Franklin, the daughter of prominent Baptist minister and activist C. L. Franklin, beg... Part of the Tennessee, USA music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with R&B movement. Known for Urban/R&B style.

Music Scene: Part of the Tennessee, USA music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with R&B movement. Known for Urban/R&B style.

Tags: 1960s, Album, RCA


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