In 2025, the world of soul music—and the hearts of millions of fans around the globe—were shaken by the loss of two iconic voices whose music defined generations and spoke to the soul. In March, the world bid farewell to Angie Stone, the gifted singer, songwriter, and producer whose voice resonated with truth, depth, and unshakable soul. Her death in a fatal car crash left fans in shock and mourning. Known for her rich, honeyed vocals and her ability to blend classic soul with contemporary R&B, Angie Stone was more than a performer—she was a storyteller whose music carried messages of love, struggle, and empowerment. From her early days with The Sequence to her solo classics like “No More Rain (In This Cloud)” and “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” Angie left an indelible mark on the musical landscape and on the hearts of those who found healing and strength in her words. Then, in October, the neo-soul community was stunned once again with the passing of D’Angelo (Michael Eugene Archer) at the age of 51, following a private and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. A visionary artist and enigmatic presence, D’Angelo redefined modern soul with his genre-shifting albums Brown Sugar and Voodoo, and later, the Grammy-winning Black Messiah. His artistry, often compared to the likes of Prince and Marvin Gaye, bridged generations—bringing depth, vulnerability, and raw authenticity to every note. For decades, D’Angelo’s music served as both a balm and a beacon, exploring love, spirituality, identity, and social consciousness with unmatched artistry. Together, Angie Stone and D’Angelo helped shape and define the sound of modern soul. Their losses, just months apart, have left a deep and enduring void—not only in the music industry, but in the cultural and emotional lives of fans worldwide.

In 2025, the world of soul music—and the hearts of millions of fans around the globe—were shaken by the loss of two iconic voices whose music defined generations and spoke to the soul.

In March, the world bid farewell to Angie Stone, the gifted singer, songwriter, and producer whose voice resonated with truth, depth, and unshakable soul. Her death in a fatal car crash left fans in shock and mourning. Known for her rich, honeyed vocals and her ability to blend classic soul with contemporary R&B, Angie Stone was more than a performer—she was a storyteller whose music carried messages of love, struggle, and empowerment. From her early days with The Sequence to her solo classics like “No More Rain (In This Cloud)” and “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” Angie left an indelible mark on the musical landscape and on the hearts of those who found healing and strength in her words.

Then, in October, the neo-soul community was stunned once again with the passing of D’Angelo (Michael Eugene Archer) at the age of 51, following a private and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. A visionary artist and enigmatic presence, D’Angelo redefined modern soul with his genre-shifting albums Brown Sugar and Voodoo, and later, the Grammy-winning Black Messiah. His artistry, often compared to the likes of Prince and Marvin Gaye, bridged generations—bringing depth, vulnerability, and raw authenticity to every note. For decades, D’Angelo’s music served as both a balm and a beacon, exploring love, spirituality, identity, and social consciousness with unmatched artistry.

Together, Angie Stone and D’Angelo helped shape and define the sound of modern soul. Their losses, just months apart, have left a deep and enduring void—not only in the music industry, but in the cultural and emotional lives of fans worldwide.

As we remember them, we hold close the legacies they leave behind—bodies of work that continue to inspire, heal, and uplift. Though they are no longer with us, their voices live on in every song, every lyric, and every soul touched by their gifts.

May they rest in peace and power.