Luther Vandross has died at the age of 54, CNN reports. Born in New York City, Vandross started his singing career in the 1970s as a back-up vocalist for artists such as David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Carly Simon, Donna Summer, Bette Midler, Chic, and Barbra Streisand. According to reports Vandross died from complications of a stroke.
Music: Luther Vandross dies
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Stevie Wonder gave Vandross props and dedicated the songs he sang on Live 8 to him.
Aww.
Its a good song CC ... played that at my Dads funeral 2 months ago. Havent been able to listen to the song since until now...
It would be cool if C4 features his videos especially "Dance With My Father" on Video Hits.
He was a good man and an excellent musician. My favourite Luther Vandross song is "Dance With My Father". Two minutes ago I was browsing TVNZ and I found out the news about him and it's really sad.
May he rest in peace. I love his voice, I dunno how many times I've listened to "Can I Take You Out Tonight?".
=( Everyone was expecting it after his stroke but it's still a shock.
I know it always will be fans of creativity of this great man. His magnificent soul-song in The Ultimate Luther Vandross . Just sad, and deeply sensual. These songs can not help but like and go unnoticed.