Luther Vandross will be honored for an upcoming exhibit at the Grammy Museum. Reports suggest that Luther Vandross: Artistry and Elegance will debut on November 20th, following the upcoming documentary trailer for Luther: Never Too Much. The exhibit will be showcased in collaboration with Primary Wave Music and The Luther Vandross Estate.
The filmmakers will take part in a panel discussion following the Dawn Porter-directed documentary’s screening. Produced by Raindog Films and Foxxhole Productions in collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing, and Trilogy Films, Luther: Never Too Much is set to premiere on CNN, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network, and Max in 2025. The exhibit and screening coincide with the December 13th launch of Never Too Much: Greatest Hits, which included Vandross’ unreleased cover of the Beatles’ “Michelle.” It will be available for viewing until June 15, 2025.
Luther’s estate voiced, “The Luther Vandross Estate is excited to be sharing Luther’s musical legacy with the Grammy Museum and its visitors through this upcoming exhibit.” “It is a special window into all of Luther Vandross’ talents — singer, of course, but also music producer, live performer, stage craft master, wardrobe designer and songwriter. Showcasing all of these amazing elements of Luther the artist via the long-cherished possessions of his personal archives is a treat for die-hard fans and new ones.”
Honoring Luther Vandross: A Showcase of His Iconic Career
Grammy Museum exhibit director Kelsey Goelz stated, “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.”
The exhibit highlights remarkable pieces, including the hand-beaded suits and jumpsuits worn by Vandross and his background singers during the iconic 1991 Power of Love tour. It features original fashion sketches from his wardrobe, along with handwritten lyrics and studio notes for the 1996 track “I Can Make It Better,” plus an exclusive recording of Vandross crafting the song. Also on display is the original sheet music for “Never Too Much,” his chart-topping R&B hit and title track from his 1981 debut album, as well as six of his eight Grammy Awards.