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Aretha Franklin is an American singer, songwriter and musician. She began her career singing gospel at her father, minister C. L. Franklin's church as a child. In 1960, at the age of 18, she embarked on a secular career.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
Multi-Platinum Producer
Former Lead Singer, The Platters
Owner, Dynamic Public Relations
Member, Force M.D.'s
Member, The Whispers
2-Time Grammy Award Nominee
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| Born | Aretha Louise Franklin March 25, 1942 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | August 16, 2018 (aged 76) Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery, Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1960–2017 |
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| Children | 4 |
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| Awards | Full list |
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| Origin | Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
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| Website | Official website  |
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Abe Fogle has been touring with various artists for more than 25 years. His heart-felt backbeat and "shake-your-body" groove have been heard and danced to all over the world with Rob Thomas, Alex Bugnon, Kelis, D'Angelo, Kool and the Gang, and Guy.
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William Goldstein was previously a recording artist for Motown Records and CBS Masterworks. He has over 50 albums currently available. He has also scored over 50 movie and television projects, including NBC's "Fame" and Disney's "The Miracle Worker".
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Keith Clizark has over 12 million records sold and $525 million generated to his production credits. As part of his musical genius, he has produced hot records for Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Too $hort, Master P, Kurupt, Mystical, Tha Eastsidaz, and T.R.U.
Chris Jasper is a former member of The Isley Brothers and Isley-Jasper-Isley, and is responsible for writing and producing the majority of The Isley Brothers music and Isley-Jasper-Isley music. He is also an Inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Sellah hails from a culturally diverse background. In 2017, he sang on a commercial for a major brand, which was broadcast during Super Bowl LI, as well as streamed online at YouTube, where it amassed over 17 million views.
