Maxwell

Maxwell has artfully managed to transfix music lovers for more than two decades, releasing five studio albums, all in his own time and all duly anointed as classics.

Debut Album

The soul singer redefined soul music in April of 1996 when he released his critically acclaimed debut on Columbia, Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite. It earned Grammy nominations, double platinum status, and RIAA gold for the single, Ascension (Don't Ever Wonder).

Subsequent Albums

The platinum albums Embrya (1998) and Now (2001) followed. In 2009, Maxwell's BLACKsummers' night debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, earning two Grammy awards, including Best R&B Album.

Latest Work and Accolades

With a total of 4 platinum album certifications from the RIAA, Maxwell's latest album, blackSUMMERS' night, earned him a third Grammy (Best R&B Song for Lake By The Ocean), an NAACP Image Award (Outstanding Male Artist), and a Soul Train Award (Best R&B/Soul Male Artist).

Recent Honors

Recent accolades for Maxwell include the Legend Award at the 2021 Soul Train Awards and a performance.