Blues legend Etta James dies at 73 "Etta James was one of the greatest vocalists of our time. I am so fortunate to have met such a queen," she wrote. "Her musical contributions will last a lifetime." ...

PHOTOS: Celebs on Etta James’ Passing and Influence “Etta will be remembered for her legendary voice and her contributions to our nation’s musical heritage,” Obama’s statement read.

Etta James performs at the 2009 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival at the Fair Grounds Race Course on April 26, 2009 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The "Matriarch of the Blues" has died.

Playing Etta James taught me so much about myself, and singing her music inspired me to be a stronger artist. When she effortlessly opened her mouth, you could hear her pain and triumph.

The late, great Etta James makes a powerful impact on the Billboard charts this week, following her death on Jan. 20. On the Billboard 200 chart, she nets her highest-charting album ever as The ...