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Details of the 72-year-old singer's condition surfaced during a rocky California court case finding her husband, Artis Mills, attempting to control more than $1 million James' estate.
According to the Associated Press, James' Beverly Hills physician, Dr. Elaine James revealed in court documents that the 'At Last' singer is unable to sign her name and needs assistance with feeding, dressing and hygiene.
In February 2008 the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee granted power of attorney to sons Donto and Sametto James, and Donto's wife, Christ.
While Etta's son is asking a third party to control her assets "to avoid present and future family conflict and discrepancies," a court hearing set for today (Jan. 14) in considering Mills' request to transfer James' assets to a joint account so that he can monitor her spending.
Black Music Notes Jan. 12
1/12/10: Boosty Collins
Iconic Funk bassist Boosty Collins is set to release his first new studio project in five years, 'The Funk Capital of the World' on April 26. On Collins' latest effort he chose to tap into an all-star lineup of collaborators including former Parliament Funkadelic member George Clinton, rappers Snoop Dogg, Chuck D, and Ice Cube among others. "There are real messages on this album that I wanted to share," explains Collins, "whose soul-deep rhythms and layered melodies are punctuated by lyrics that range from meditations on the nature of truth and spiritual transcendence, to blissed-out joy."
1/12/10: Corinne Bailey Rae
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Corinne Bailey Rae is paying homage to some of her favorite musicians with the release of 'The Love EP.' The Grammy nominee's five track opus finds Bailey Rae covering Prince's 'I Wanna Be Your Lover,' Bob Marley's 'Is This Love,' Paul McCartney's 'My Love,' Sly & The Family Stone's 'Que Sera, Sera,' and Belly's 'Low Red Moon.' Corinne Bailey Rae's 'The Love EP' hits stores Jan. 25.
1/10/10: Janet Jackson
As previously reported by Black Music Notes, Janet Jackson is set to kick off her intimate 35-city 'Janet Jackson Number Ones, Up Close and Personal' international tour in Singapore on Feb. 7. In addition to Jackson's global trek, the platinum-selling singer will begin the North America leg on Mar. 7 in Chicago. During each show one lucky fan will have the chance to accompany Janet as one of her VIP guests. "I'm asking my fans and their friends, Parents, relatives, neighbors and teachers to nominate five people to qualify as one of the 20 under 20 in each place I will perform," she said in a statement. "At each concert the 20 people chosen and the person who nominated them will be VIP guests at my show. " Janet Jackson's North American tour concludes on April 23 in Las Vegas.
1/10/10: Rihanna
International Pop star Rihanna recently made history in the UK by becoming the first female artist to score five #1 singles in consecutive years. Her current single 'What's My Name' landed at the number one spot on the Singles Chart last week surpassing Elvis Presley, who previously held the record for his span of #1 hits from 1957 to 1963.
1/7/10: Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj has overcome all critics and disbelievers of her debut opus, 'Pink Friday.' The critically acclaimed album has reached platinum status within six weeks of its release, outpacing Kanye West's 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy' which was also released on Nov. 22. To date, 'Pink Friday' remains the #2 Rap Album and the #4 Album in the country on Billboard's 200 charts.
1/7/10: Cee Lo Green, Sade, Michael Jackson
In preparation of the 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards, set to take place on Feb. 13, comes the release of the 2011 Grammy Nominees album. The Jan. 25 release highlights 19 songs from various artists who are up for nominations this year including Cee Lo Green ('Forget You'), B.o.B ('Nothin On You'), Sade ('Babyfather'), and Michael Jackson ('This Is It') among others. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the album will benefit the MusiCares Foundation and the Grammy Foundation.
12/29/10: Janet Jackson
Good news for Janet Jackson fans of Southeast Asia. The multi-talented Pop singer will kick off her 35-city tour in Singapore on Feb. 7. Jackson will perform tracks from her 2009 greatest hits album, 'Number Ones' and plans on dedicating a song during each tour stop, which she promises will be "more intimate and more personal" than ever before. "It's not about effects, it's not an extravaganza, it's not about being as big as in the past," she said. "This one is all about you and me. I love you Singapore. Let's go!" Tickets for Janet Jackson Number Ones, Up Close and Personal tour go on sale Jan. 7.
12/20/10: Gladys Knight
Grammy Award winning R&B legend Gladys Knight has reunited with 'American Idol' judge and master producer Randy Jackson for her latest single, 'Settle,' which is being released digitally this week. The mid-tempo, guitar laden track, which is featrued on the critically-acclaimed soundtrack to the Tyler Perry movie 'For Colored Girls,' was co-written and co-produced by Shep Crawford and Montel Jordan. Knight is signed to Jackson's new DreamMerchant 21 record label and is putting up the finishing touches on an opus that should be out in 2011.
12/17/10: Jay-Z
In spite of landing on the New York Times Bestseller list with his memoir, 'Decoded' and announcing future plans of bringing his 40/40 Club to major airports across America. Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter has ditched plans on launching his own New York luxury hotel. According to the New York Post, Hov and his business partners recently returned $52 million to the lenders of the J Hotel project following lack of interest from investors. Jay's group purchased the property in Dec. 2007 for $66 million.
12/14/10: Lauryn Hill
In celebration of its 30th anniversary next month, New York's premiere Jazz club, The Blue Note is preparing to feature Grammy-Award winning singer-songwriter Lauryn Hill for three special nights. Given Ms. Hill's much anticipated Blue Note debut on Jan. 3, the limited engagement sold out within minutes of its announcement. Lauryn Hill's Blue Note appearance concludes on Jan. 5
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By: Gail on 1/15/2011 7:29AM
So sad. To not be able to feed, wash and dress yourself is just soooo sad. She's in my prayers. And I hope she's praying too. Lord give her family strength to deal with it.
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By: lisa on 1/15/2011 11:35AM
God Bless you and your family. Continue to pray and stay strong!
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By: G. Sturdivant on 1/15/2011 11:40AM
I'm just so shock to hear of Etta James condition. I will keep her in my prayers. I feel quite fortunate to have had the opportunity of seeing her perform at BB King Blues Club in NYC. I fell in love with Etta James music in 2000. I've been buying her CDs ever since. I just can't get enough of her music. I'll be asking God to watch over her, God never stops performing miracles. Keep the faith. We love you Etta.
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By: Fineblkwidow on 1/15/2011 1:03PM
There is none like her, and I for one understand her ranting not being choosen to sing "HER SONG, AT LAST"...This would have been such an honor to and for us allll for it truely was an "AT LAST MOMENT", and no one could ever sing it with the feeling she has, she lived it!!! God bless and keep you Etta and give you peace, and may HIS face shine upon you...and I pray that the family come to an agreement with your needs and concerns as the main focus...Amen~~~
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By: mzjanuary205 on 1/15/2011 2:01PM
Wow. It hurts me to hear this. To be hit with a double whammy - leukemia and dementia - is heartbreaking. My mother suffered from dementia in her later years and it tore me apart, her no longer being the vibrant and active person she was for years, so I know what the family is dealing with. It just took the life and personality right out of her, and the worst of it was when she didn't even recognize her own family members. God bless Etta and pray for her family's strength because Lord knows they need it.
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By: bigredmamma on 1/15/2011 2:49PM
just now that you are in my prayers.
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By: SJ on 1/15/2011 2:56PM
I am so sad to read this. I love her so very much. I pray for her health & well being. I alsp pray that geed doesn't tear everyone apart.
Etta: Blessed Be. Thank you for a lifetime of memories & awesome soul. Love ya, girl!
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By: poetrysez on 1/15/2011 3:11PM
My prayers goes out to Etta James and her family. May God surround her with an abundance of love and understanding! She's is a legend!!!
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By: stare k on 1/15/2011 4:02PM
To GOD BE THE GLORY. My prayers are with you & your family . I lost a sister & dad ,with dementia .Yes it is sad . That is another reason we should stay PRAYED up . No one knows what the next few seconds will bring. It might bring sunshine , it might bring rain .I 'am a five YR.BCsurvivor & CAD Pt for twenty three yr. Having worked in the med field . I saw some of every thing . It is ablessing just to be able to get up every morning in a sound mind . I 'am not a perfect person , I do try to live right & treat other likewise .God has been good to me & my family.I will tell it every where I go . I asK God to heal ths sick even the one I don't know . All of us want a healing .There are so much sickness in the world . Some time I think the young & some old never give sickness & death a thought . I'am here to tell it coming , wheather we like it or not .And for GOD sakes try your best to treat every one right . Especially your family , You never know the very family member you mistreat ,might have to perpare a meal for you or help you in some way when you are on your sick bed. So be careful & prayful always Ther is only one God , although we might serve him in different ways .
BLESSING TO ALL
A SISTER IN CHRIST JESUS .
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By: Berentha on 1/15/2011 6:19PM
I was really sad to hear about Etta. I was introduced to Etta's music at age 9. In my house, every Saturday morning, we cleaned to At Last, All I could do was cry. Her album cover on my wall as a teenager reminded me of what real music was all about. Her music has been a part of me and I'm thankful to my mother who passed it on as I passed it on my children. God is in control. I just pray her family will honor her by not fighting over money. She deserves the very best support from her family. It would have been an honor to hear her sing at the Inaugural Ball. Yet there is great honor in Beyonce's portrayal in the movie and the Inaugural. Etta's story and her music has inspired a new generation artists and fans. At this time in her life, I pray that she is surrounded with love, empathy and dignity. To God Be the Glory.
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