*The life and legacy of Luther Vandross will be honored by The Grammy Museum with a new exhibit for the late R&B crooner’s fans and music lovers.
According to Vibe, the exhibit, titled “Luther Vandross: Artistry and Elegance,” will open Nov. 20 and will run through June 15, 2025.
Describing the exhibit, Vandross’ estate labeled the display as “a special window into all of Luther Vandross’ talents” such as him being a “singer, of course; but also music producer, live performer, stagecraft master, wardrobe designer, and songwriter.”
The estate noted, “Showcasing all of these amazing elements of Luther the artist via the long-cherished possessions of his archives is a treat for die-hard fans and new ones,” the estate stated.
Highlights awaiting Vandross’ fans include a look into the “A House Is Not a Home ” vocalist’s creative process as well as his notorious stage wardrobe — including original sketches. Archival footage of Vandross’ studio recordings and handwritten lyrics and sheet music for his classic hit “Never Too Much” will be featured, among others.
“Luther Vandross is a cherished icon who defined the smooth, jazz-inspired era of R&B and whose timeless love songs have graced countless weddings, graduations, and family reunions for the past several decades. The Grammy Museum is thrilled to provide fans a close look into his incredible achievements in the studio and onstage,” said Grammy Museum curator Kelsey Goelz.
Appreciation for Vandross’ talent was echoed by the entertainer’s longtime friend and legendary bassist Marcus Miller, who voiced his support in a statement.
“It’s incredible that with all the gifted singers out there, Luther was able to carve out his own totally unique space. No one could replicate Luther’s sound, his songwriting genius, or even his covers of other people’s songs,” he expressed. “Luther was a complete and utter perfectionist with a very specific vision of how he wanted things to be. His shows were theatrical masterpieces, and Luther was involved in every detail of their production: his vocals, his background singers’ harmonies, their choreography and even his background singers’ gowns! The gown beading had to be exquisite and authentic. The furs had to be real. I would say, ‘Luther, no one’s gonna know if the furs are real!!’ To which he would reply: ‘I will know!’ That was part of the magic of Luther, his unyielding commitment to excellence.”
News of the “Luther Vandross: Artistry and Elegance” exhibit’s opening comes amid an exclusive screening of the critically acclaimed documentary “Luther: Never Too Much” at AMC theaters for a limited time .The Dawn Porter-directed film is set to be released digitally on CNN, OWN, and Max in 2025.
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