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Credit: Getty Images Etta James ‘ recent passing has lead to some of music’s leading powerhouse voices covering the blues. First, Kelly Clarkson paid an AH-MAZING tribute with her rendition of “I’d Rather Go Blind.” And this weekend, Christina Aguilera delivered with her version of “At Last” during Etta’s funeral . The clip begins with Christina offering a heartfelt confession about the impact Etta left on Aguilera’s own musical career.

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Christina Aguilera Covers ‘At Last’ At Etta James’ Funeral (VIDEO)

Credit: Getty Images What better way is there to pay tribute to the late, VERY GREAT Etta James than by singing one of her most famous songs at one of the world’s most famous venues? At her Radio City Music Hall show this past Saturday, Kelly Clarkson honored the singer, who passed away Friday after a lengthy battle with leukemia , by covering “I’d Rather Go Blind,” one of Etta’s most powerful and poignant songs. Though Kelly Clarkson is primarily known for her pop-centric pipes, she brought out her raspy (and may I add, effing incredible) blues side in an homage to Etta’s signature jazzy style

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Kelly Clarkson Covers Etta James’ ‘I’d Rather Go Blind,’ Completely Nails It

+ Ke$ha and The Flaming Lips ‘ Wayne Coyne seem like a match made in glitter/confetti heaven.

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Buzz Bites (1/23/12): Ke$ha And The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne Hit The Studio

Credit: Getty Images Could Kelly Clarkson be any cuter? Not only does she look adorable (fess up on where you got that sequined blazer, sister), but she also takes cover requests from fans! The ” You Love Me ” singer’s been asking her fans what songs they want her to cover while on her Stronger tour

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We LOVE Kelly Clarkson’s Cover Of Cee Lo Green’s ‘Forget You’! (VIDEO)

By Gil Kaufman Rihanna is currently enjoying some down time after wrapping up dates on her “Loud” world tour, but the singer will hit the stage again next month when she joins Coldplay for a performance at the Grammys . Rihanna will join Chris Martin and crew for a duet of the band’s single “Princess of China,” which appeared on their recent album Mylo Xyloto .

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Rihanna Is Performing At The Grammys With Coldplay

+ Rihanna and Coldplay will join forces during the Grammys where they’ll perform together. “#Rihannanavy My friends @Coldplay and I will be sharing the stage for a performance at this years annual Grammy Awards! #Bonkers,” she tweeted last night. ( Neon Limelight ) + Justin Bieber ‘s helping his Stratford, Ontario hometown with a fundraiser to renovate a skateboarding park

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Buzz Bites (1/19/12): Rihanna And Coldplay To Share Stage During Grammys

Hey friends! I’m Sam Lansky and this is Pop Think , where I discuss changing market conditions of the soda industry. NOT! No, this is where I write about pop music: the good, the bad, and even (occasionally) the political.

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Kelly Clarkson Got Political: Why That Might Be a Good Thing