Marianne Faithfull Dies

Faithfull’s musical journey began in 1964 when she attended a Rolling Stones party.

Marianne Faithfull, born Marianne Evelyn Gabriel Faithfull on December 29, 1946, in Hampstead, London, was the daughter of Major Robert Glynn Faithfull, a British Army officer and professor of psychology, and Eva von Sacher-Masoch, an Austrian baroness and ballet dancer. Her parents’ marriage dissolved when she was six, leading her to spend part of her childhood in a convent school. This early exposure to both privilege and discipline would later influence her artistic sensibilities.

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Aretha Franklin – Doyle’s Space: Music Hall of Fame

My 4th inductee of 2024, the 23rd overall.

Aretha Franklin, known as the “Queen of Soul,” was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Her powerful voice and profound impact on the music industry have left an indelible mark on generations. Here’s an in-depth look at her life, career, and achievements. Aretha Louise Franklin was born on March 25, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Barbara Siggers Franklin and C.L. Franklin[1].

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