Alfred Haber Secures International Sales Rights for Aretha Franklin Special

Alfred Haber, Inc. has secured the exclusive international television distribution rights for Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for The Queen of Soul.

The two-hour CBS Television Network special is scheduled for broadcast later in 2019. It will feature Grammy winners Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Alessia Cara, Kelly Clarkson, Common, Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Patti LaBelle and BeBe Winans performing songs from Aretha Franklin’s career. Current Grammy nominees Brandi Carlile, Chloe X Halle, H.E.R., Janelle Monáe and SZA are slated to perform as well. Tyler Perry is hosting the event that will also highlight Franklin’s dedication to philanthropic work.

Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for The Queen of Soul is produced by AEG Ehrlich Ventures. Ken Ehrlich and Clive Davis are executive producers, while Ron Basile and Chantel Sausedo are producers. David Wild is the writer and also serves as a producer.

Alfred Haber, president of Alfred Haber, Inc., said: “Aretha Franklin, known the world over as the Queen of Soul, continues to touch the lives of millions of her fans, both in the U.S. and abroad, thanks to her iconic music and the cultural legacy she achieved during her lifetime. This star-studded concert, featuring today’s top artists performing her timeless hits, is the perfect tribute to this musical legend.”