Rock The Bells and GAC Unite for Powerful Juneteenth Celebration in Queens

Posted on April 30, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Rock The Bells and Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York (GAC) are joining forces to present Rock The Blessings: Juneteenth for the People, on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens. This event honors the enduring meaning of Juneteenth in a contemporary context.

The lineup reflects the scale and intention of the occasion, featuring gospel artists such as Israel & New Breed, Hezekiah Walker, Donald Lawrence, Smokie Norful, Jekalyn Carr, Maranda Curtis, and Vincent Bohanan alongside SOV. Adding further depth to the program, special guest Pastor Stephen A. Green will appear with the Greater Allen Cathedral Choir.

By bridging the cultural legacy of Rock The Bells with the faith leadership of GAC, Rock The Blessings: Juneteenth for the People positions itself as a distinctive Juneteenth gathering—one that unites music, message, and movement in a single, impactful experience. Get tickets here.

Jamaica’s Louie Culture to Perform at the 3rd Annual JerkFest & Day Jam in Windsor, Ont.

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 3rd Annual Windsor Essex Leamington JerkFest & Day Jam is scheduled to return this June, bringing a celebration of Caribbean culture and cuisine to Ontario. This community event offers free admission and will be held at 2410 Central Avenue in Windsor.

To kick off the festivities, organizers have arranged a special meet and greet on Friday, June 26th, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, providing an exclusive opportunity for attendees to engage with the featured talent ahead of the main celebration. The highlight of the weekend will be a live performance by Louie Culture, traveling directly from Jamaica to headline the Day Jam on Saturday, June 27th.

Hosted by Starr on the Mic, the program, which runs from 12:00 noon until 11:00 PM, will include DJ Snoopy, DJ Staxx, World Flames, DJ Kydd, DJ Cane, King Blemish, Over Proof Movements, DJ Kevin Badness, Crystal Sound (Montreal), DJ Matrix, DJ VJ Active, Fire Juvi, and Nico Supreme.

Etana Heads to Berkeley for Special Birthday Performance

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae singer Etana will perform her hits—such as “Blessings” (a collaboration with Alborosie), “People Talk,” “I Am Not Afraid,” and others—at a special birthday celebration in Berkeley, California, on May 23, 2026. The event will be held at Chapel of Flowers.

Doors open at 6:00 PM, with showtime slated for 8:30 PM. Tickets are priced at $35 in advance and $45 at the door, with purchases available via Eventbrite. Musical support for the evening will be provided by CD Master.

The Roots Bring Hip-Hop Heavyweights to the Hollywood Bowl on June 27

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Roots are bringing their celebrated live experience back to the Hollywood Bowl for a third consecutive year, delivering another major moment for hip-hop culture on the West Coast. Branded as A Roots Picnic Experience: A Great Night in Hip-Hop, the one-night event will feature an all-star lineup led by legendary rapper Nas, alongside appearances by T.I., Bun B, De La Soul, and additional special guests.

Scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, the show begins at 7:30 PM, with gates opening at 6:00 PM. The event continues to build on the legacy of the Roots Picnic brand, widely regarded as one of hip-hop’s premier live music experiences, now tailored for a Los Angeles audience.

Tickets for A Roots Picnic Experience are available through the venue’s official website.

Heart Praise Worship Fest 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Heart Praise Worship Fest 2026 is scheduled for May 24 at Colonels Cove in St. Thomas. Operating under the theme “Recalibrate,” the event will feature a strong cast of performers including Alicia Taylor, Prince Saj, Johnmark Wiggan, Rondell Positive, Sister Bonnie, Brother Simon, Carita Williams Lindsay, and groups such as Genesis Praise Squad, Threwth, Gilead Collective Group, and Tahillah Ministries. Hosting duties will be handled by Sara-Ann Edwards-Miller.

Gates open at 4:00 PM, with showtime slated for a 6:00 PM sharp start. Ticket tiers include general admission at $3,500 pre-sold and $4,000 at the gate, while comfort seating is priced at $10,000. Children under 12 can attend for $1,000. Tickets are available at outlets including Morant Bay Texaco, Roller Wholesale, and via SpurrOpen.com.

Sizzla Confirmed for Joyride on May 30

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The upcoming Joyride party, sponsored by Wray & Nephew, will showcase a nostalgic musical journey focused on the era of the 1990s and 2000s. Scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026, the “Road Trip” themed event will take place at Shazz Grounds in Priory, St. Ann.

The evening will feature a live performance by reggae-dancehall artist Sizzla Kalonji, with musical juggling by DJ Ashile. Gates are scheduled to open at 9:00 PM. Presold tickets are currently available for $2,500 at Fontana Ocho Rios, Shazz Gas Station, and Grab N Go in Discovery Bay.

To Mom With Love Mother’s Day Concert ft. Marcia Griffiths, Third World and Others

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A distinguished lineup of reggae and soul luminaries will headline To Mom With Love, a special Mother’s Day concert staged at the AC Hotel Ballroom in Kingston on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

Designed as a tribute to mothers, the showcase will feature performances from Marcia Griffiths, Glenn Jones, Robert Minott, and Nesta, alongside the renowned group Third World, who will also deliver a tribute to the late Bunny “Cat” Coore. Hosting duties will be handled by Richie B.

Patrons will have the option of attending one of two concert segments scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tickets are priced at JMD $20,000 in pre-sold outlets and JMD $25,000 at the gate, with availability through Fontana Pharmacy, Genus Pharmacy, Portmore Mall Pharmacy, and other authorized vendors.