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Luther Vandross and Samara Joy sing across generations

Sep 2, 2023

Renowned singer Luther Vandross's impact on music and why his name isn't often in conversation with other greats. Grammy award-winning Samara Joy talks about her album and creating timeless music.

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Luther Vandross

Samara Joy

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Luther Vandross is a musical icon who laid the groundwork for many popular artists today.

Samara Joy is a rising star in the jazz world with a timeless vocal style.

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The Legacy of Luther Vandross

The podcast episode discusses the lasting impact of Luther Vandross in the music industry. It highlights his contributions to R&B music, his influence on contemporary artists, and his unique approach to ballads. The episode also explores the challenges Vandross faced in achieving mainstream recognition and delves into his songwriting and presentation style. The podcast touches on topics like masculinity in R&B and the changes Vandross brought to live performances. Overall, it celebrates Vandross as a musical icon and advocates for his inclusion on the Mount Rushmore of American music.

Introduction

3min

Luther Vandross's Legacy and Demanding Nature in the Studio

5min

Luther Vandross's Commitment to Black Excellence and Star-Studded Career

3min

Luther Vandross: From Bowie's Support to R&B Showmanship

13min

Respecting an Artist's Legacy and Loneliness

5min

Vocalese and Connecting with a Wider Audience

13min

Contrasting Responses: Serena Williams and Coco Goff in Tennis

2min

Music is all about pushing the envelope, and no one knew that more than Luther Vandross. His rendition of "A House is Not a Home" is so beloved, many fans don't even know it's a cover. His sound also laid the groundwork for many popular artists today, from Jazmine Sullivan to Beyoncé. Host Brittany Luse is joined by Craig Seymour, author of "Luther: The Life and Longing of Luther Vandross" to discuss Luther's impact and why his name isn't often in conversation with other greats - even though it should be.

Then, Brittany is joined by Grammy award-winning jazz singer Samara Joy. Samara talks about her album, Linger Awhile, and how she makes music that sounds timeless.

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It's Been a Minute

Luther Vandross and Samara Joy sing across generations

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Legacy of Luther Vandross

Samara Joy: A Timeless Gen Z Jazz Singer

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts