The Meditations Bring 2026 Summer Tour to Austin

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Meditations will bring their 2026 Summer Tour to Austin, Texas, with a special performance at Flamingo Cantina on Friday, September 25. The legendary reggae group is scheduled to perform from 9 PM to 2 AM at the popular venue.

Opening the show will be local reggae and dub outfit Dub Gideon, while Winston’s Kitchen will be on hand serving Caribbean cuisine. The event is open to guests ages 21 and over, with tickets starting at $23.18 and available through Eventbrite.

Flamingo Cantina is located at 515 East 6th Street, Austin, Texas.

Miami Carnival 2026: “Encore Mania” Set to Bring Soca Stars to Vizcaya Park

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

This October, Miami Carnival will heat up with Encore Mania, a high-energy soca concert headlined by international superstar Machel Montano and Full Band. Joining Machel Montano on stage will be Iwer George, Edwin Yearwood, Rikki Jai, and Anika Berry, along with a surprise guest to be revealed closer to the event.

Scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, the event will take place at Vizcaya Park, 14200 SW 55th Street, in Miramar, running from 6 PM to midnight. The event is powered by Johnny Q, Gemini, and 1 Tone.

Tickets are available both online and through local outlets, with General Admission and VIP All-Inclusive options to suit different experiences. Fans can purchase tickets and find more details at www.geminiproduction.com.

R&B Rewind: Millennial Edition Brings 2000s Stars to Raleigh

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Raleigh’s Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts will host “R&B Rewind: Millennial Edition” on Friday, September 25th, bringing together Bobby V, Lloyd, Pleasure P, Sammie, and Mystikal, all performing live under one roof.

The evening, presented by The Soul Series Inc., will be hosted by MTV’s Darren Brand. DJ Double J will handle the music throughout the show, keeping the energy high between sets and setting the tone for the retro-inspired celebration.

The Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts is located at 2 E South Street in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, and additional details can be found at TheSoulSeries.com.

DJR Unleash Current Chart Results

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

#1. Holding On – Hezron Clarke – Tads Records

#2. Echo Of Tomorrow – Jah Rain – Iyah Vybz Muzik

#3. No Threat – Patra – JHOUSE Entertainment

#4 My Darlin – Rayven Amani – Produced by Lloyd Parks – Parks Music

#5. Unconditional – Kerry Lopez – Just Kool Records

The above chart airs on The Harmonious Combination with Disc Jock Redeem and Musical Genius on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. (EST) and 4:00 p.m. (BST) on 1 Harmony Radio in London, England. Also on Love Jock on the Block live on Tik Tok Friday at 12:00 pm (EST)

Belize Civic Center to Host Gospel Fest, Featuring Samuel Medas and Blessed Messenger

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Gospel Fest Belize, produced by A Heavenlies Production, will take place on Saturday, October 10th at 5 PM at the Belize Civic Center. The event brings together a lineup of gospel artists and groups under the theme “Reaching People Through Gospel Music.”

Headlining the evening are featured performers Samuel Medas and Blessed Messenger, alongside The Heavenlies and D Revelation (The Return). Additional performers include Dunamis, 501 Genesis, Blind Sight, Frederick Gordon, Reality Youth, and Live to Worship.

Tickets are priced at $15 for adults, with a discounted rate of $10 per person for groups of 25 or more, and $5 for high schoolers. Admission is free for kids.

Philadelphia Church to Host America 250 Concert

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Church of Christian Compassion, located at 6121 Cedar Avenue in Philadelphia, will host the “America 250 Unity Concert: The Sound of Gospel” on Saturday, October 17, at 6:00 p.m. Presented by Jermaine Dolly and Friends in partnership with Yesha Ministries, Inc., the event is part of a wave of local programming marking the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, a milestone Philadelphia has embraced throughout 2026 as the birthplace of American independence.

The concert will feature a lineup of gospel artists including Jermaine Dolly, Kierra Sheard, Zacardi Cortez, Vincent Bohanan & SOV, Leandria Johnson, and Josh Copeland, among other performers to be announced. Dolly, a Philadelphia-born gospel singer known for his energetic vocal style and stage presence, has previously headlined faith-based community events in the city, including gospel concerts tied to civic engagement efforts.

Tickets are available through PPShows.com, NRJPartners.com, and Compassion-Ministries.com, and attendees can also access ticketing information by scanning the QR code included on the event’s promotional poster.

Shabba Ranks Releases Inspirational New Single “Champion”

Posted on September 7, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Dancehall legend Shabba Ranks has returned with his latest single, “Champion,” an inspirational dancehall track released on September 4, 2026. The new recording finds the veteran deejay delivering an uplifting message built around themes of determination, self-belief and personal achievement, with Shabba reminding listeners that everyone has the potential to be their best.

Produced by Bulby York, “Champion” was released through Bulby York Music and Emperor Ranks Entertainment, with distribution by ONErpm.

“Champion” has been well received since its release, with fans welcoming new music from one of dancehall’s most recognizable voices. The positive response has also renewed calls for Shabba Ranks to release new material on a more consistent basis.