Raheem DeVaughn with The Black Academy of Arts and Letters and LeVelle

SOUL & R&B artist dubbed the “Love King,” blending hip-hop DNA with bluesy yearning—known for the sultry love anthem “Fall In Love” and timeless, emotion-first soul.

The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL), established in Dallas, Texas, in 1977 by Curtis King, is a cultural organization dedicated to supporting African Americans in the visual and performing arts. It fosters understanding of African, African-American, and Caribbean arts and letters. TBAAL preserves and promotes Black art and culture, offering a platform for diverse artistic expression. The organization was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 2015.