Raheem DeVaughn

About this episode

Raheem DeVaughn discusses his journey in music, the influence of Go-Go culture, and the challenges of being an independent artist.

Raheem DeVaughn joins Questlove to trace his journey from a Washington DC Go-Go kid to internationally known “Love King,” radio host, and independent R&B force. He breaks down the spiritual meaning of love, the art of the perfect slow-jam mixtape, and how Go-Go culture shaped his sound and hustle (including his current band). Raheem also tells stories about his father touring with Stevie Wonder, remaking a full, soon to release Marvin Gaye album with Kenny Dope, and building his career from Black Lily open mics to a Jive Records deal and beyond. He also explains how he inherited The Quiet Storm radio show, why direct-to-consumer is changing the game, and what it really takes to survive as an indie artist in today’s music industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Questlove

Guest: Raheem DeVaughn

Topics covered

• R&B
• Go-Go culture
• music industry
• independent artists
• love
• mixtapes

Keywords

• Raheem DeVaughn
• Questlove
• Go-Go
• R&B
• independent artist
• music industry
• slow-jam mixtape
• The Quiet Storm

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jive Records, The Quiet Storm

Books & works: Marvin Gaye album

Places: Washington DC

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