[ed. Still can't believe she's gone. Keith Richards in his biography Life talks about "marrying" Etta in a show business ceremony. They had such a strong connection. Here's a link with many more great videos (including Something's Got a Hold on Me, which I was surprised formed the basis for Pretty Lights', Finally Moving.]
Also, this tribute by Hilton Als in the New Yorker.
More Etta James videos (via The Awl)
[ed. For someone that was once very special to me.]
Also, this tribute by Hilton Als in the New Yorker.
More Etta James videos (via The Awl)