For most of his career, Luther Vandross cut a puzzling figure. A charming romantic whose songs were so celebrated for bringing men and women to the bedroom that he was considered as much aphrodisiac ...

The late R&B icon’s niece Seveda Williams opens up about his life and timeless music, including two re-released albums ahead of documentary ‘Never Too Much’ Janine Rubenstein is Editor-at-Large at ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few voices in R&B history can match the velvet smoothness and emotive power of Luther Vandross. A master of love ballads, Vandross crafted songs that transcended generations, making ...

I don’t remember when I first heard Luther Vandross. Maybe it was in the kitchen, while my mom was making dinner. Or in the back of my parents’ Volvo station wagon, when I was on the way to school.

LUTHER VANDROSS: (Singing) I believe in your love. So I’m glad to take the vow here and now. (Singing) So close your eyes, and you can feel it. Coming straight from above the power, it’s the power of ...

The director's latest documentary, which counts Jamie Foxx and Colin Firth as producers, explores Luther Vandross' career and personal struggles. By Lovia Gyarkye Arts & Culture Critic He learned how ...

This white girl studied every night, decades ago, while listening to Luther—an old school version of “focus beats.” Vandross serenades helped me relax, work, and feel seen in (and out) of love, pain, ...

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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with director Dawn Porter. Her new documentary, "Luther: Never Too Much," tracks the life and music of the singing great Luther Vandross. LUTHER VANDROSS: (Singing) I believe ...