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Luther Vandross News

Date Of Birth:
April 20, 1951
Date Of Death:
July 01, 2005 (54)
Birth Place:
New York, NY, USA
Gender:
Male
R&B Superstar Jaheim Returns With a New Album
by Richard Best - May 18, 2013

After a long hiatus, R&B super crooner, Jaheim is back by popular demand with a new album, aptly entitled, 'Appreciation Day,' scheduled to hit stores this fall. (more...)

R&B Star Jaheim Returns With New Album, 'Appreciation Day'
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2013

After a long hiatus, R&B super crooner, Jaheim is back by popular demand with a new album, aptly entitled, 'Appreciation Day,' scheduled to hit stores this fall. (more...)

Riverside Theatre to Honor Cissy Houston at 4th Annual Women of Excellence in the Arts Event, 4/26
by BWW News Desk - Apr 09, 2013

In celebration and recognition of women who have made a difference in the world through their chosen art form, The Riverside Theatre today announced it has selected Dr. Cissy Houston as the recipient of the 4th Annual Women of Excellence in the Arts Award. This year's event will take place at the Theatre (91 Claremont Ave., bet. 120th & 122nd St.), on Friday, April 26, starting at 7:00 p.m. (preceded by a special reception at 6:00 p.m.), where Houston will discuss her book, "Remembering Whitney." Co-Chairs for this very special evening are R&B singers Chuck Jackson and Smokey Robinson! (more...)

Portland Cello Project, Cowboy Junkies, Kim Waters and More Set for Yoshi's San Francisco, Now thru 5/5
by BWW News Desk - Apr 02, 2013

Yoshi's San Francisco has announced its updated calendar for the club and restaurant through May 5, 2013. Details below! (more...)

Boca Do Rio, Renaud Garcia-Fons and More Set for Yoshi's San Francisco Through April 2013
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2013

Yoshi's San Francisco has announced its events through Apr 30, 2013. Yoshi's San Francisco Live Music & Restaurant is located at 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, Calif. (more...)

Charlotte Church, Jomama Jones and More Set for Joe's Pub, 3/25-31
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2013

Pegi Young, Charlotte Church, Pascal Schumacher, Tecla Esposito, Bill Kirchen, NY Theremin Society, Abigail Washburn, Slavic Soul Party!, Aputumpu Festival 2013, Justin Vivian Bond, Kenyon Phillips, Scream Along with Billy and Jomama Jones are featured in the lineup at Joe's Pub at the Public this week, March 25-31, 2013. (more...)

Roger Guenveur Smith and Meshell Ndegeocello Join ASK YOUR MAMA at the Apollo Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2013

The Apollo Theater and Manhattan School of Music previously announced that actor Roger Guenveur Smith and singer-songwriter and musician Meshell Ndegeocello have been added to the cast of Ask Your Mama, a multimedia symphonic work based on Langston Hughes' epic poem. (more...)

Dar Williams, Euge Groove, Chris Botti and More Set for One World Theatre's 2013 Season in Austin
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2013

One World Theatre, Austin's premiere music venue known presenting diverse music and cultural arts in an up close and personal setting has announced its 2013 Summer Season. Highlights include top singer-songwriters like Dar Williams and Jimmy Webb, contemporary jazz greats like Euge Groove and Earl Klugh, Latin music icons like Sergio Mendes and Arturo Sandoval and local favorites like Walking Woody's Road featuring Jimmy LaFave, Eliza Gilkyson, Slaid Cleaves and Sam Baker. One World Theatre will also present GRAMMY Award winning trumpeter, Chris Botti at Riverbend Centre. (more...)

Roger Guenveur Smith and Meshell Ndegeocello Join ASK YOUR MAMA at the Apollo, 3/23
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2013

The Apollo Theater and Manhattan School of Music announced today that actor Roger Guenveur Smith and singer-songwriter and musician Meshell Ndegeocello have been added to the cast of Ask Your Mama, a multimedia symphonic work based on Langston Hughes' epic poem. (more...)

BWW Review: Amateur Night Opens 2013 Season at The Apollo
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 08, 2013

Amateur Night at The Apollo Theater opened this season to an enthusiastic, sold-out audience. (more...)

Clive Davis Stars On 'The Legacy Of' App On Spotify
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2013

Legacy Recordings is proud to announce a brand-new series of playlists created by legendary music executive Clive Davis, appearing exclusively on 'The Legacy Of' app on digital music subscription service Spotify. The creation of the playlists coincides with the publication of Davis' long-awaited autobiography, The Soundtrack Of My Life (Simon & Schuster). (more...)

CLIVE DAVIS Stars On 'The Legacy Of' App On Spotify
by TV News Desk - Feb 27, 2013

Legacy Recordings is proud to announce a brand-new series of playlists created by legendary music executive Clive Davis, appearing exclusively on 'The Legacy Of' app on digital music subscription service Spotify. The creation of the playlists coincides with the publication of Davis' long-awaited autobiography, The Soundtrack Of My Life(Simon & Schuster). (more...)

IDOL WATCH: Las Vegas Week
by Samantha Vega - Feb 21, 2013

Tonight 10 guys took the stage for one last time to impress the judges. By the end of the night only 5 guys will move onto next week. They will join the 5 girls that were named last night. (more...)

Shoshana Bean Will Play Orlando Cabaret Festival, 5/10 & 11
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2013

Shoshana Bean will play two Orlando Concerts May 10 & 11, 2013 at the Orlando Cabaret Festival. (more...)

Shoshana Bean's O'FARRELL STREET Album Release Concert Set for LA's Sayers Club Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2013

Shoshana Bean will celebrate the release of her long-awaited sophomore CD, 'O'Farrell Street,' with an album release concert and party at The Sayers Club in Los Angeles tonight, February 20, 2013. (more...)

Tony Winner Jennifer Holliday Headlines The Iridium's Valentine's Day Party Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2013

Tony and Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Jennifer Holliday will play The Iridium, tonight, February 14, 2013. Best known for her iconic performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' from Dreamgirls, Jennifer will headline The Iridium's annual Valentine's Day celebrations, which feature a special dinner menu and sets at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. (more...)

VIDEO: The Making of Shoshana Bean's New Album O'FARRELL STREET
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2013

A behind the scenes look at Shoshana's sophomore album. Exclusive footage and interviews give insight into what inspired the album and the process of its creation. (more...)

Shoshana Bean's O'FARRELL STREET Album Release Concert Set for LA's Sayers Club, 2/20
by BWW News Desk - Feb 06, 2013

Shoshana Bean will celebrate the release of her long-awaited sophomore CD, 'O'Farrell Street,' with an album release concert and party at The Sayers Club in Los Angeles on Wednesday, February 20, 2013. (more...)

Singer-Songwriter Laura Michelle Makes Recording Debut with New Single, 'Chuck Norris'
by BWW News Desk - Feb 05, 2013

L.A. singer-songwriter Laura Michelle is set to land a musical knockout blow with her premiere single, 'Chuck Norris,' a whimsical pop anthem about unleashing the Kung-Fu master that lies within us all. Co-written by Laura and Writer-Producer Jim McGorman, the single 'Chuck Norris' is available now on iTunes - the first song off of Laura's upcoming debut album, 'Novel with No End,' releasing spring 2013. (more...)

Tony Winner Jennifer Holliday to Headline The Iridium's Valentine's Day Party, 2/14
by BWW News Desk - Feb 04, 2013

Tony and Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Jennifer Holliday will play The Iridium, February 14, 2013. Best known for her iconic performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' from Dreamgirls, Jennifer will headline The Iridium's annual Valentine's Day celebrations, which feature a special dinner menu and sets at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Cost: $60.00. (more...)

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