He’s known as “The Boss” to many, and “The Voice” to others, the music world has lost a legend in the passing of R&B, southern soul artist Wendell B. Wendell is a native of St. Louis, Missouri and CEO and President of his own music label, Smoothway Music. He has captivated audiences around the world with his smooth baritone voice and sensual delivery.
Wendell B came onto the music scene over three decades ago and fans fell in love with him. His cool, laid back demeaner, big heart, and infectious smile made him a joy to be around. Since the release of his first album, his music career took off. With a total of eight albums under his belt and dozens of hit singles, he has definitely made his mark in the music industry. His track record of great music speaks for itself, accumulating over 100 million streams online and receiving a Grammy nomination.
Tributes continue to pour in on social media as fans learn of Wendell B’s passing. Many fans are posting messages describing him as “The G.O.A.T.”, “Amazing”, and “A Beautiful Soul’. His music has touched the hearts and souls of many and his contribution to the music industry has solidified him as a legend.
Wendell B. passed away on August 3, 2023, after a battle with cancer. He may be gone but his music and spirit will forever live on.