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American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The American Music Awards (AMAs) are set to commemorate half a century of legendary moments, unforgettable performances, and rich pop culture history with a two-hour broadcast on Sunday, October 6, 2024. It will air concurrently on both coasts at 8:00-10:00 p.m. ET and 5:00-7:00 p.m. PT on the CBS Television Network, with streaming on Paramount+.

The program will feature themed highlights from AMAs’ expansive show archives, each culminating with an original performance or artist interview. Segments will look back on the evolution of specific artists and genres at the AMAs, as well as award and performance milestones. The performers for the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special will include Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Jennifer Hudson, and Mariah Carey, and that is just to name a few.

Etana To Perform At Band On The Wall In Manchester On Oct. 4th

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The first stop on Etana‘s mini UK stint will be at the multi-award-winning historic music venue Band on the Wall. Located at 25 Swan Street in Manchester, United Kingdom, the venue will host Etana and the Full Cxrcle Band on Friday, October 4th.

Respected deejay, radio presenter, and voiceover artist Doctor C, who is affectionately referred to as The Dancehall Surgeon, is also on the program, as well as Mix Master J. Click here or on the image above for tickets.

Opportunity For Indie Artists In The U.S. “Play For The Vote”

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Play for the Vote, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created to amplify voter turnout through the power of music, is seeking to enlist over 5,000 musicians across the U.S. to perform on Election Day 2024. The idea is to use the power of music to inspire civic engagement and make Election Day a celebration of democracy.

If you’re a musician or artist interested in performing, visit playforthevote.org/perform to sign up.

Florida Gospel Festival 2024

Posted on September 24, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2nd edition of Florida Gospel Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 12th, starting at 6:00 p.m. EDT. With the support of Mayor Alix Desulme, Vice Mayor Mary Estimé-Irvin, and others, it will be held at Eglise de Dieu Mont des Oliviers (13230 Northwest 7th Avenue) in North Miami.

There will be live performances by Apocalypse 2000, El Shama, LOG, Andral Estimable, Sr Paulate, Papy Pepe, Marielle Donatien, New Generation Music, Aubri Blague, Osline Pierre, and Jean René Charles. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

World-A-Music Festival 2024 Announces Full Lineup

Posted on September 24, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The organizers of the 2024 World-A-Music Festival have announced the full lineup. They are promising over 15 live bands, with approximately 25 individual sets. Some notable names on the program are Lutan Fyah, Queen Ifrica, Common Kings, Lion Heights, The Expendables, etc. The names of all confirmed acts can be viewed at world-a-music.com.

World-A-Music Festival 2024 will take place at Grimes Park (501 E Wintergreen Road) in DeSoto, Texas. It’s a three-day event that will run from October 18 to the 20th.

Lady Peachena Endorses VP Harris With New Song & Video

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Gospel recording artist Lady Peachena has recorded and released a new song and video endorsing VP Harris in the upcoming U.S. election. With support from The Great Divas of Gospel, she outlines why it is important to vote while simultaneously saying why she is backing the VP.

If you have not yet seen the visuals or heard the track, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Big Daddy Kane Will Be At Sound Board In Detroit This Weds.

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

This Wednesday, September 25th, hip-hop legend Big Daddy Kane will perform at Sound Board at the MotorCity Casino Hotel (2901 Grand River) in Detroit, Michigan. This is an age-restricted (21+) live band show that will start at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Kane is a Brooklyn, New York M.C. who undisputedly defined the term “lyricist” in the world of hip-hop. Along with the lyrical ingenuity he brought to the genre, he also introduced innovative live performances as well. He was the first rapper to ever hold not one but two sold out shows at the world famous Apollo Theater for women only.