Melvin Edmonds

Melvin Edmonds was an American Singer, Musician, and Songwriter, and founder of the R&B group After 7 that was started in 1987. Unfortunately, the singer recently passed away due to a short illness, and his fans and family members are shocked on hearing the news. if you want to know more about the popular musician’s wiki, you have landed on the right website.

What is Melvin Edmonds known for?

• An American Singer, Musician, and Songwriter.
• After 7 music group which started in 1987.

Musician Melvin Edmonds Dies At The Age of 65 Following A Short Illness

The older brother of Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and a founding member of R&B group After 7, Melvin Edmonds is no more! He died at the age of 65 on Saturday, 18th May, after following a short illness in his Indianapolis home.

It was his son named Melvin who confirmed the news. He is survived by his four children; Melvin, Chris, Jason, and Courtney. After 7 was founded by brothers Melvin, Keith Mitchell, and Kevon in 1987. Melvin’s son, Jason later joined the band after he left the group.

The group was even nominated for Grammy for their 1990 single “Can’t Stop.” They won an NAACP Image Award in the same year. The singers were widely known for “Heat of the Moment” and “Ready or Not.”

Rest in Peace!!!

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Where is Melvin Edmonds born?

Back to his early life, The late Melvin was born in Indiana, United States of America. He is the son of Marvin Edmonds Sr. and Barbara Edmonds. In fact, the musician has five brothers named, Marvin Jr. Michael, Kenny, Kevon, and Derek Edmonds. Unfortunately, the musician’s father passed away when Melvin was just 17 years old and his mother died in 2012. Mr. Edmonds completed his high school education at North Central High School.

When did Melvin Edmonds pursue her music career?

• Melvin and Kelvin Edmonds founded the American R&B group After 7 in 1987 and later Keith Mitchell and Jason Edmonds joined the group. Before After 7 group signed a recording contract with Virgin Records, Kevon was working at Eli Lilly Co., while Melvin worked at Chrysler Corp. Indianapolis and Mitchell worked at John Hancock in Chicago.
• In the early 1990s, the After 7 group landed three singles in the Top 20 Billboard Magazine’s Hot 100 chart. Their songs include: ‘Heat of the Moment’, ‘Can’t Stop’ and ‘Ready or not’.
• In the Top 10 of Billboard’s Adult R&B Songs chart, their songs include: ‘I Want You’, ‘Let Me Know’ and ‘Runnin Out’. The Edmond brothers are the siblings of popular pop and R&B singer, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmond.
• In 1990, After 7 won an NAACP Image Award for best new male artist and were also nominated for the Grammy award in the category of Best R&B Performance by the group.
• In 1995, the group released its third album, ‘Reflections’ and ‘Timeless’ album got Melvin into the group.

Does Melvin Edmonds was married?

The late singer, Melvin has not revealed much information about his personal and love life on social media platforms. But, he is said to have four children namely Jason, Chris, Courtney, and Melvin Edmonds.

Melvin Edmonds Cause of Death?

Melvin Edmonds was the co-founder and co-lead singer of After 7. He died on May 18th, 2019 and the cause of death has not been revealed yet. His death was confirmed by his son, also named Melvin. Melvin Edmonds was 65 years old when he passed away after a brief illness.

How much is Melvin Edmond’s net worth?

The estimated net worth of the late Melvin Edmonds is somewhere around $3 million USD at the time of his death. However, his salary is yet to be disclosed. in the case of disclosure, we will let you know.

How tall is Melvin Edmonds?

Before his death, Melvin stands a height of 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs around 67 kg. Similarly, He has a pair of dark brown eyes and black hair color. His other body information is yet to be disclosed. In the case of disclosure, we will let you know.