How the contributions of Luther Vandross continue to shape the world today.
Luther Vandross, the "Velvet Voice," was a highly successful American soul and R&B singer, songwriter, and producer. He achieved eleven consecutive platinum albums and sold over 40 million records globally. Vandross was recognized as one of the greatest singers by Rolling Stone and a top R&B artist by Billboard. He received eight Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year for "Dance with My Father" in 2004. Vandross was inducted into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame and the Grammy Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy as a significant figure in music history.
In 1999, Whitney Houston sang Luther Vandross' "So Amazing" as a tribute to Vandross at the Soul Train Awards, with Johnny Gill, El DeBarge, and Kenny Lattimore providing background vocals.
On July 27, 2004, GRP Records released a smooth jazz various artists tribute album, "Forever, for Always, for Luther", including ten popular songs written by Luther Vandross. The album featured vocal arrangements by Luther and was produced by Rex Rideout and Bud Harner.
On September 20, 2005, the album "So Amazing: An All-Star Tribute to Luther Vandross" was released. It features performances of his songs by various artists, including Patti LaBelle, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Mary J. Blige, Usher, Fantasia, Beyoncé, Donna Summer, Alicia Keys, Elton John, Celine Dion, Wyclef Jean, Babyface, John Legend, Angie Stone, Jamie Foxx, and Teddy Pendergrass.
On November 21, 2006, saxophonist Dave Koz released "Forever, for Always, for Luther Volume II", a follow-up smooth jazz tribute album to Luther Vandross, produced by Rex Rideout and Bud Harner. Koz played on all the featured Luther Vandross tracks, recorded by various smooth jazz artists.
In 2008, Luther Vandross was ranked No. 54 on Rolling Stone magazine's List of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.
On November 29, 2010, NPR included Luther Vandross in its 50 Greatest Voices in recorded history, recognizing him as "the platinum standard for R&B song stylings."
On April 20, 2021, Google celebrated Luther Vandross's 70th birthday with a Google Doodle of an animated clip that plays his song "Never Too Much".
In 2024, the documentary "Luther: Never Too Much" chronicles Luther Vandross's life, career, and legacy.
 
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