Interview:

Performance:

Below is a breakdown of physical and digital “The Love & War MasterPeace” release dates for ex-US.

Physical Album:

March 1st
UK
France
Finland
Denmark
Czech Republic
Hong Kong
Korea
Japan – date tba.
Argentina

March 2nd
Canada

March 3rd
Sweden

February 26th
Austria
Germany
Switzerland
Belgium

Digital Release set up for the following markets:
All March 1 releases unless otherwise indicated

Argentina
Austria – Feb 26th
Belgium – Feb 26th
Brazil
Canada – March 2nd
Chile
China
Colombia
Costa Rica
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany – Feb 26th
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
India
Indonesia
Ireland – Feb 26th
Italy – Feb 26th
Malaysia
Mexico – March 2nd
Holland – Feb 26th
Norway
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Korea
Russia
Singapore
South Africa
Spain – March 2nd
Sweden
Switzerland – Feb. 26th
Taiwan
Thailand
Turkey – Feb. 26th

V-Day with Raheem DeVaughn

It’s no sin to be single on Valentine’s Day. Even famous R&B singers like Raheem DeVaughn sometimes fly solo on the holiday. The crooner did, however, give us some valuable advice for the fellas out there trying to keep things lively with their ladies this weekend.

Taking some time out from recording his third album “The Love & War MasterPeace,” Raheem gives us a playlist that will help you set the mood and tips to make any lady swoon on the big day.

What are your plans for this Valentine’s Day?
Raheem Devaughn: I’ll be performing. I’m a bachelor at the moment. I’ll get to play Cupid.

What’s the most romantic thing you’ve done for the holiday?
RD: I made a song for the girl I was dating a couple of years ago. Even though it didn’t work out, that will probably be something that she keeps in the back of her mind forever.

How did she react to it?
RD: I hit a homerun. Let’s just say I hit a homerun. [Laughs]

What’s your advice for guys out there who don’t know what they’re doing yet?
RD: Do some things that you don’t normally do. Or do some things that you used to do and don’t do anymore. Because what ultimately happens is that what you do to get somebody, you have to do to keep them. I’m a firm believer in that.

Has a girl ever gotten you something special?
RD: I usually don’t get the best gifts. People always expect something elaborate from me because of the position I’m in. They take it for granted, assuming that I have everything that I’ve ever wanted.

Do you feel lame, bitter or upset that you don’t have a girl to get with for Valentine’s Day?
RD: It will all come in stride. It’s all good. At least I’ll be able to do something for somebody else. I’ll be able to connect the dots for somebody else. And that check is going to be look real good. [Laughs]

If you were making a playlist to set the mood for a woman, who would be on yours?
RD: Prince. Marvin Gaye. Sade. I’m definitely going to throw Maxwell up in there. Luther Vandross. All the classics.

Which of your songs would you put on there?
RD: “Bedroom.” It’s a song off my new album. It’s kind of straight forward and to the point and poetically, it is well put together.

Is it “trickin’” if you got it?
RD: No. I’m not going to do anything unless I want to do it. It doesn’t have anything to do with tricking.

If a girl has sex on the first night, is she a freak or a keeper?
RD: It depends, man. I’ve had long-lasting, serious relationships with girls that I’ve had on the first night. So it all depends. Definitely, a woman that holds out makes it more intriguing.

http://www.thebvx.com/2010/02/12/v-day-with-raheem-devaughn/

Check out one of the songs off of Raheem DeVaughn’s upcoming album The Love & War Masterpeace… “Microphone”

Listen Here:

Love & War Masterpeace in stores on March 2, 2010 but you can pre-order on iTunes and Amazon NOW!!!

“Love Drug”

“Woman”

Raheem DeVaughn did  a special appearance at the Auto Show held at the Washington Convention Center. He signed autographs and took pictures with fans…see pics below!

Raheem pictured here with Jeannie Jones of WKYS.

Posted by Nathan S. on 01/21/10

Over the course of the last five years DMV born and bred singer Raheem DeVaughn has established himself as a leader in the new r&b-soul movement, and he’s preparing once again unleash his unique sound on the world with his upcoming album “The Love & War Masterpeace”. In addition to dropping a new mixtape, “Mr. February a.k.a. March Madness”, Raheeem recently sat down with RefinedHype to discuss his early days in Beltsville, Maryland, his international travels and the source of his inspiration.

RefinedHype: You’re from the DMV area, a region that’s recently begun to get some serious attention as an epicenter of quality music. Why do you think it took so long for the DMV to get the attention it deserves?

Raheem DeVaughn: I think it’s because in any place where you have your own sound that you are trying to define, it takes time. It takes time for people to connect with it especially if you are not willing to conform to what everyone else is doing. It’s normally when what you’re doing becomes cool that’s when it gets noticed.

RefinedHype: How did your early days in Beltsville, Maryland influence your career and music?

Raheem DeVaughn: I can’t say that it did influence me too much. My influence really started once I left Beltsville. A lot of it started when I went away and spent first year in college. When I was younger I was going through the motions of being a regular teenage kid. I did choir and stuff but I was I was kinda shy though. Music became a priority once I graduated and got my diploma – that’s when my fascination with music really developed and I became serious about wanting to be an artist.

RefinedHype: You’ve toured in every country from Japan to Jamaica. What is the most important lesson you’ve learned from all your international travels?

Raheem DeVaughn: That real music is universal no matter the language or dialect—they can feel that energy in the music. If its powerful enough, they can connect with it.

RefinedHype: Where do you go to get inspired?

Raheem DeVaughn: I don’t go anywhere in particular. It depends on the vibe that I am trying to get. I do enjoy the nightlife. It sounds crazy but I will go to a club to think and figure out my next musical plan, or see what people are doing so I can do the opposite. My inspiration comes from everyday life. There is so much to write about from both sides of the fence from life stuff to personal. I try to be my own muse and let people or experience be the creative muse.

RefinedHype: Last words?

Raheem DeVaughn: I have my new album “The Love and War Masterpeace” coming out on March 2, plus my new brand indie label and blog 368musicgroup.com. I have my new artist Phil Ade and I also have my new mixtape “Mr February aka March Madness”. And my fans can tweet me @Radiorah.

http://www.refinedhype.com/hyped/entry/my-city-raheem-devaughn/

As a child, I dreamed many dreams. To be a doctor, ballet dancer, and most recently to be lawyer, journalist and even a television host but when you ask DC native, Raheem DeVaughn about his dreams, he’ll tell you it has always been to sing. But what do you do with a gift that has the ability to touch millions? You use it to impact the lives of others on and off stage. On stage, DeVaughn has performed from Japan to Jamaica, racking up a host of awards and recognition along the way, including 2 Grammy nominations, several BETJ Awards, and even an ASCAP award. Off stage, the father of 2, can be found mentoring at local schools, participating in charity events as well as supporting local talent through his new independent music label 368 Music Group, of which he is the co founder.

Get to know, Raheem DeVaughn.. The Man Behind the Music..

Songwriter. Recording Artist. Father. Son. Soulful Musician. Superstar. Iconic Philanthropist in the making. On stage, he is what I like to call “one of the hardest working men in show business.” The modern James Brown of our time. With 2 hit major label releases, “The Love Experience” and “Love Behind the Melody” DeVaughn has a deep musical catalog that also includes 8 mixtapes, and several independent releases. The newest mixtape, “Mr. February (March Madness)” was released January 15, 2010, in preparation for his new album, “The Love and War Masterpeace” which hits stores everywhere March 2, 2010. Talk about busy. With DeVaughn’s newest mixtape, available for FREE download on 368 Music Group, his artistic creativity and strong vocal ability allow for remakes of classic’s like “Never Too Much” to still remain soulful favorites. Released for the “devoted fans”, the 23 song mix of original material and classic remakes, is the perfect soundtrack to hold you over until the 3rd LP hits stores .

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http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-19639-DC-Socialite-Examiner~y2010m1d21-Raheem-DeVaughn-The-man-behind-the-music

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