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Beres Hammond, Louie Culture & Romain Virgo For “Jammins Reggae Fest”

Posted on July 17, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae lovers in the Tri-State area are in for a special treat with a trio of shows scheduled for Connecticut, New Jersey and Long Island on the weekend of Friday, August 11th to Sunday, August 13th.

The series, dubbed Jammins Reggae Fest, kicks off on Friday with a return to College Street Music Hall in New Haven, Connecticut. It will be headlined by Beres Hammond, Louie Culture and Romain Virgo. The men will also perform at NJPAC in Newark, New Jersey the following day- Saturday, August 12th.

And the final show, on Sunday, will be at The Catholic Health outdoor Amphitheater in Farmingville, Long Island, New York. All the preceding artists are also confirmed for this venue, with the addition of Christopher Martin.

Catch Sister Pat At ‘Summer Praise’ In Clarendon

Posted on July 16, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Oshane and The Vibes Master Band present Summer Praise Gospel Concert at Copperwood Entertainment Center in Clarendon, Jamaica. Scheduled for Saturday, July 22nd, the event will feature performances by various gospel artists, with Sister Pat as the main headliner.

Tickets, which are currently going for $1,000 JMD, can be purchased locally at Frankfield Pharmacy, Brite Diamond Funeral Home in Spalding, Goldine Auto Parts, and N.T.S Electronic, which is across from the market in Spalding.

Karamanti Releases New Single “Jehovah Tell Me”

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On her latest single, Jehovah Tell Me, recording artist Karamanti shines a bright light on Jamaica’s hypocrisy, as it relates to the nation’s ongoing gun crimes. Done as both a prayer to God and a criticism of man’s lack of integrity, the deejay calls out Jamaicans who openly bashes the government for the high murder rate, while simultaneously withholding information about known criminals.

The song is presented on the Harder They Come Riddim, produced and released by Kingston based label, Jungle Lava Productions. And although most of the other tracks on the compilation are secular, Karamanti – as she has always done – makes God the central theme in her music.

In addition to her tune, Karamanti, an active songwriter for other artists, also penned Jazz Black‘s song, Dibby Dibby. It’s the only other unworldly track on the EP.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “JEHOVAH TELL ME” BY KARAMANTI

Dancehall Nice Again! Madhouse Records Returns With Slow Motion Riddim (@dubshot)

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

‘Bad like 90s dancehall’ is a phrase often used by current dancehall acts when attempting to explain either their street status or their lyrical prowess. The term is utilized frequently because of its unquestionable accuracy. Dancehall songs from the 90s, all the way up to the early 2000s, were truly intoxicating, or as we say in Jamaica, ‘bad’! (which means really good).

Try as they do, today’s dancehall artists and producers have yet to create the kind of music we were getting in that era. However, all is not lost because some of the creators from that decade is still at it.

Dave Kelly, co-founder of Madhouse Records – the imprint that gave us some of the biggest dancehall rhythms to date: Pepperseed, Joyride, Showtime, Fiesta, and 85 – is back with a new juggling. Released on Friday, July 7th, Slow Motion Riddim, a steady sweet-sounding four-track compilation, which is being distributed by DubShot Records, has all the ingredients of the preceding EPs. That also includes the dancehall stars featured on the project: Baby Cham, Bounty Killer, Dexta Daps, Busy Signal, TOK, and Blakkman.

Songs on the Slow Motion Riddim were shared to all streaming platforms as individual singles, while also being available, collectively, on the compilation.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “SLOW MOTION RIDDIM”

Hugh English Asks The Tough Questions On Upcoming Single (@bigfeetrecords)

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Veteran reggae artist Hugh English is gearing up for the release of his new single, Where Do We Go From Here. Produced by Josh Harris and the team at Big Feet Records, the song will be available on streaming platforms on Friday, July 21, 2023.

Since entering the music industry many years ago, English has always delivered inspirational and uplifting tunes, while confronting social issues head on. He prides himself on giving his audiences hope as oppose to despair, admitting that this is sometimes difficult. The forthcoming track must have been a balancing act however, because on it Hugh draws our attention to the current state of society and all its flaws, and then follows up with the question: Where Do We Go From Here?

Executive producer and musician Josh Harris has developed a strong working relationship with Hugh English over the years. The two have collaborated on other projects and are both optimistic about this new record.

Clinton Fearon & His Boogie Brown Band Will Be At Seattle Revival Fest (@clintonfearon)

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Local musicians and performers in Seattle, Washington will get together at The Shop Club & Derby Restaurant on Saturday, August 5th, for the Seattle Revival Festival. This affair is all about celebrating the resurrection of the city’s live music culture. There will be two stages, approximately ten bands and a few selectors.

Among the wide variety of dedicated local artists and bands that have been confirmed is veteran reggae singer and musician Clinton Fearon, who will perform with his band, Boogie Brown.

The organizers have also partnered with SMASH to ensure that local musicians have access to free and low-cost healthcare. Click here for tickets.

Join Gospel Legends John P. Kee, Dorinda Clark-Cole & Donnie McClurkin In GA On Aug. 26th

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Three gospel legends – John P. Kee, Dorinda Clark-Cole and Donnie McClurkin – are coming together for the Legends of Gospel Concert on Saturday, August 26. They will be joined by special guest, Kevin Lemon’s Higher Calling Choir.

The event will be held at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre – 5239 Floyd Road – in Mableton, Georgia. And passes can be purchased via Ticketmaster.