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Luther Vandross Won American Music Award Today In 2002
On this night in 2002, Luther won an American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist. It was his sixth win in that category, tying him with Stevie Wonder. Watch here:
‘The Wiz’ Opened This Day On Broadway In 1975
The Wiz opened at The Majestic Theater in New York City on this day in 1975. Luther penned the triumphant “Everybody Rejoice/A Brand New Day,” heard in the second act of the show.
Luther Vandross ‘This Is Christmas’ Certified Gold This Day In 1995
Everybody kiss somebody! This Is Christmas was certified Gold by the RIAA on this day in 1995! Listen here:
Every Luther Studio Album From 1981-1996 Has Sold At Least 1M Copies
DID YOU KNOW? Every Luther Vandross studio album between 1981 and 1996 has sold 1 million copies or more. The 11th and final of these albums, Your Secret Love, was certified Platinum by the RIAA 20 years ago today! Listen here: