Durell Anthony is an American singer-songwriter whose smooth, soulful sound blends timeless influences with modern pop appeal. Inspired by icons such as Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, Brian McKnight, and John Legend, Durell has cultivated a distinctive style marked by his signature falsetto and expressive songwriting.

Originally from Atchison, Kansas, Durell gained national attention on Season 20 of NBC’s The Voice, where his moving rendition of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” earned him a spot on John Legend’s team. The performance resonated widely with audiences, amassing nearly two million views across Instagram and TikTok.

Throughout his career, Durell has shared the stage with celebrated artists including Yolanda Adams, Miles Caton, and Carrie Underwood, contributed vocals to television projects for Disney, Fox, NBC, Netflix, and Peacock, and performed for organizations such as Bank of America, BMW, Chick-fil-A, Coca-Cola, the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, the Marcus Allen Foundation, California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, and more.

A gifted songwriter with a growing catalog, Durell earned a 2024 San Diego Music Award nomination for Best Pop Song for his piano ballad “One More Night.” In 2025, he released his album Lovenotes, a collection of soulful pop songs showcasing his piano-driven sound and romantic storytelling. That same year, he signed licensing deals with production music companies Atrium Music and Audio Network to write and record music for television, film, and global media placements. In 2026, he received another San Diego Music Award nomination for Best R&B, Soul, or Funk Song for his single “Meet Me in the Middle.”

With a voice rooted in soul tradition and a sound shaped for contemporary audiences, Durell continues to build a career defined by soul, authenticity, and purpose.