African Dancehall Artist Godson Collaborates With Karamanti On New Song & Video

Posted on October 28, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Godson, an independent producer and recording artist based in Malawi, has just released a brand new single. The Afro-reggae tune, titled How We Livin, is done in collaboration with Jamaican lyricist Karamanti, someone with whom he has worked before.

How We Livin is a powerful record that brings to light the reckless actions taken by most politicians and world leaders, which more often than not, results in a penurious lifestyle for the people they were elected to serve.

To drive the message home, both Godson and Karamanti created and shared the song’s official video. It was just uploaded to, and can be viewed on Karamanti’s YouTube channel.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “HOW WE LIVIN”

Trip Lee’s New Album “The Epilogue” Is Out Now

Posted on October 28, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Christian rapper and singer Trip Lee – an original member of the 116 Clique – is back with a full-length studio album. Released this past Friday, October 27th, the record titled The Epilogue, is arguably his best body of work to date.

On this project, Lee – who is signed to Reach Records – collaborates with other artists from the label, but also features Madison Ryann Ward and Kirk Franklin. The Epilogue can be streamed and or downloaded from all digital music stores.

Mary J. Blige Drops New Song & Video “Still Believe in Love”

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The queen of hip-hop and R&B, Mary J. Blige, is back with new music. On Friday, October 27th, Beautiful Life Music – the imprint owned by Mary – released Still Believe In Love, a catchy, upbeat R&B tune done with rapper Vado.

The new record is accompanied by an official video, which shows both artists performing the song on a yacht in the middle of the ocean. The visuals can be viewed on MJB‘s YouTube channel, and the song can be downloaded from all digital music stores.

Catch Beenie Man, Bugle, Aidonia & Munga At Ewarton Sports Complex This Saturday

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Aidonia‘s Fresh Drop tour will be at the Ewarton Sports Complex in St. Catherine, Jamaica, this Saturday, October 28. There will be live performances by Beenie Man, Bugle, Munga Honorable, and of course Aidonia.

Selectors Fire Biggs, Jigsy Ravers, and On D Spot Entertainment will provide additional music. Admission is $5,000 JMD at the gate.

Pop Star Trey Songz Will Perform In Jamaica On Nov. 5th

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The rumors are indeed true! Grammy-nominated R&B singer and actor Trey Songz will be performing at the Sunscape All White Brunch Series, at Stadium East in Kingston, Jamaica, on November 5th. This is a day event that will run from 2:00pm to 8:00pm.

Trey Songz is an accomplished recording artist who was discovered by music producer Troy Taylor. He signed to Atlantic Records in 2005, and released his debut studio album – I Gotta Make It – in July of that year. The rest, as they say, is history.

Veteran Vocalist Pam Hall Is Gearing Up To Release A New Song & Video

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Veteran vocalist Pam Hall is an indispensable member of Jamaica’s reggae music industry. She is held in the highest esteem because of her exceptional singing, both as a supporting vocalist – adding background to countless songs – and as an independent recording artist with a thriving, ongoing career.

She is gearing up to release a new song and video titled Cool Breeze, which will be available on all music platforms – including YouTube – on Friday, November 3rd, 2023. As is the case with most of Pam‘s tunes, Cool Breeze is a beautiful ballad that can be enjoyed by all music lovers, regardless of their preferred genre. It is easy listening, and it will be accompanied by visuals that are equally pleasing.

Cool Breeze, another Big Feet Records production (song and video), was conceptualized and executed under the direction of label owner, producer, and songwriter Josh Harris.

Here Is The Schedule For The 2023 TD James Moody Jazz Festival

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 12th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival will run from November 3rd through 19 at various locations in Newark, New Jersey. There will be a wide range of performers, such as: Dee Dee Bridgewater with Bill Charlap, Take 6, Abdullah Ibrahim, Gladys Knight, Dave Grusin, Cyrus Chestnut, Steve Turre, Christian McBride with Savion Glover, and that is just to name a few.

See below dates, locations, and lineup for each event.

Friday, November 3 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Dee Dee Bridgewater & Bill Charlap
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Saturday, November 4 starting at 3:00 p.m.
WBGO Kid’s Concert Series / Elio Villafranca Quartet presents “Standing by The Crossroads”
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Saturday, November 4 starting at 8:00 p.m.
Grupo Niche & Héctor Acosta “El Torito” Tropicaliente
NJPAC’s Prudential Hall

Thursday, November 9 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Ranky Tanky with special guest Ms. Lisa Fischer
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Friday, November 10 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Omara Portuondo
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Saturday, November 11 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Take 6 with special guest Hillary-Marie
Victoria Theater

Sunday, November 12 starting at 3:00 p.m.
Abdullah Ibrahim Trio
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Sunday, November 12 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Gladys Knight with Davell Crawford
NJPAC’s Prudential Hall

Wednesday, November 15 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Louis Armstrong’s Black & Blues
Newark Museum of Art

Thursday, November 16 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Jazz Jams
Clement’s Place

Thursday, November 16 starting at 7:30 p.m.
The Sound of (Black) Music
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Friday, November 17 starting at 7:00 p.m.
NJMEA / All State Jazz Band and Choir with special guest Stefon Harris
NJPAC’s Chase Room

Friday, November 17 starting at 7:30 p.m.
When You Wish Upon a Star – A Jazz Tribute to 100 Years of Disney
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Friday, November 17 starting at 8:00 p.m.
Dave Grusin: A Life in Music featuring Dave Grusin, Lee Ritenour, Will Downing, Randy Brecker, and the New York Voices
NJPAC’s Prudential Hall

Saturday, November 18 starting at 6:00 p.m.
Cyrus Chestnut
Bethany Baptist Church

Sunday, November 19 starting at 11:00 a.m. + 1:00 p.m.
Dorthaan’s Place: The Steve Turre Generations Sextet
NJPAC’s NICO

Sunday, November 19 starting at 3:00 p.m.
12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition NJPAC’s Victoria Theater