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Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin


Background information
Birth name Aretha Louise Franklin
Born March 25, 1942
Born place Memphis, Tennesee, U.S.
Origin Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genre(s) Soul
Jazz
Blues
R&B
Gospel
Rock
Years active 1956—present
Label(s) Arista Records
Columbia Records
Atlantic Records
Associated acts George Michael
Sweet Inspirations
Carolyn Franklin
Erma Franklin
Cissy Houston
George Benson
Michael McDonald
Mahalia Jackson
Albertina Walker
Stevie Wonder
Chaka Khan
Marvin Gaye
Natalie Cole



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Tom Jones To Play Isle Of Wight Festival 2011

November 26, 2010
Tom Jones To Play Isle Of Wight Festival 2011Tom Jones is set to appear at next year’s Isle Of Wight festival, it’s been announced.

The veteran singer will top the bill on the Big Top on the second day of the event, which runs from June 10-12.

Festival promoter John Giddings said: "What can I say that hasn't been said about this man and his voice? We are so proud that he has chosen to play our Festival next summer. It will be incredible.”

As previously reported, the festival will be headlined by Kasabian, Foo Fighters, Kings Of Leon and Pulp.

Tickets are on sale now.

(by Jason Gregory)



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