Raheem DeVaughn Drops ‘Butterflies Become Unicorns’ Sampler
DC’s late-night show unveils an art-driven sampler—tune in to celebrate music creativity!!
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Raheem DeVaughn is turning up the energy on the airwaves with a special invitation to listeners across the Washington, D.C., area and beyond. The Grammy-nominated soul singer is back behind the mic of WHUR-FM 96.3’s top-rated nighttime program, offering fans an exclusive preview of his latest project paired with a colorful art collaboration.
The Return Of Quiet Storm
On his Instagram post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ-ca3wxeRj/), DeVaughn greeted his audience: “Hello again, are you listening to the #1 nighttime music show in the DMV + Love Nation Worldwide? 96.3 @whurfm – download the app on Android and iPhone now. I’m on until 12 midnight EST.” For two decades, DeVaughn has hosted what he calls “The Original Quiet Storm,” guiding listeners through smooth grooves and soulful tracks every weeknight.
When Butterflies Become Unicorns Sampler
This week’s highlight is the launch of the When Butterflies Become Unicorns sampler, a taste of new music that carries DeVaughn’s signature blend of heart and melody. Fans can stream the sampler directly from WHUR’s mobile app or any digital service. In the Instagram caption, he urged followers: “Stream the When Butterflies Become Unicorns Sampler and then go over to @even.biz and buy the art from the artist @msgrenique.”
From Sound To Canvas
Beyond the songs themselves, DeVaughn is bridging the gap between music and visual art. By partnering with Even.Biz, an online marketplace for independent creators, he’s spotlighting pieces by emerging visual artist MsGrenique. The collection, also titled “When Butterflies Become Unicorns,” features colorful, dreamlike imagery of winged creatures and rainbows—inviting fans to bring a piece of the sonic experience into their homes.
Artist Spotlight: Msgrenique
MsGrenique (Instagram handle @msgrenique) brings a vivid, whimsical style to every canvas. While little is publicly known about her background, her online gallery reveals a consistent motif of transformation—mirroring the title of DeVaughn’s sampler. Collectors can browse and purchase prints or original works on Even.Biz, supporting both the musician’s creative circle and independent art in one sweep.
The Man Behind The Microphone
Born May 5, 1975, in Newark, New Jersey, Raheem DeVaughn broke onto the scene in 2002 with his debut single “Forever Shakin’.” Over the years, he’s released multiple albums, including the critically acclaimed The Love & War MasterPeace (2005), and earned Grammy nods for his smooth vocals and heartfelt composition. Off the air, he’s collaborated with Mariah Carey, Deborah Cox and more, but it’s his intimate relationship with the Quiet Storm format that endears him to R&B purists.
“When Butterflies Become Unicorns” isn’t DeVaughn’s first thematic release—in January he teased fans with questions about upcoming Wednesday “Love Lounge” interviews and collaborations, and he’s previously spotlighted rising stars on his show. But framing this sampler as a cross-medium experience marks a fresh angle, emphasizing how sound and visual art can inform and elevate one another.
Whether you’re tuning in on your commute, streaming from home, or exploring MsGrenique’s gallery, DeVaughn’s latest initiative underscores his commitment to creative community-building. Listeners can catch him live until midnight EST each weeknight on 96.3 WHUR’s Quiet Storm, or on the station’s app, and then carry the magic into their living rooms through art.
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