Obama sends message for Etta James memorial

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added: 30 Jan 2012 // by: Noise11 

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U.S. President Barack Obama send a message to be read at the memorial for Etta James earlier today.

The statement from the President read, 'Etta will be remembered for her legendary voice and her contributions to our nation's musical heritage.'

The President and First Lady made their first dance at the inaugural ball to Beyonce performing Etta's classic 'At Last'.

Etta James died on January 20 about a battle with leukemia.

The memorial was conducted by the Rev. Al Sharpton and featured a performance by Christina Aguilera singing 'At Last' and three songs from Stevie Wonder including 'Shelter In The Rain'.

'The genius of Etta James is she flipped the script,' Sharpton said in the eulogy. 'She waited until she turned her pain into power. You beat 'em Etta. At last. At last. At last!'

Etta leaves behind Artis Mills, her husband of 42-years and two sons Donto and Sarnetto.

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Arcade Fire and Vampire Weekend on Obama re-election wishlist

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added: 19 Jan 2012 // by: newsdesk 

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A long list of who President Barak Obama wants to support his re-election campaign has come to light.

The 100 strong list comprises of musicians, actors, politicians and top business people.

Also on his list of people he wants on his side are Jay Z, Regina Spektor, Wilco, The Counting Crows and Jamie Foxx.

The US Presidential elections take place in November this year.

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