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NCU to Host “EZER: A Gospel Experience of Purpose” on September 26

Northern Caribbean University (NCU) will welcome gospel lovers to its Gymnatorium on Saturday, September 26, for EZER: A Gospel Experience of Purpose, an evening of worship and music that also supports students and the university community.

The concert is headlined by celebrated gospel artistes Johnmark Wiggan and Petra-Kay. They will be joined by Gamel Grant, the Lumsden Sisters, Osanna Praise, Humble, Testify, Hilkiah Jones, Carey Sayles and Key Influence Ministries. David Pryce and Chantell Guthrie will serve as MCs.

Gates open at 6:30 p.m., and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. The NCU Gymnatorium is located on Manchester Road in Mandeville.

Tickets are available in three tiers: Ezer Pro at $3,500, Ezer Pro-Max at $5,000, and Ezer Air at US$25. They can be purchased now on Spurr Open, and anyone seeking more information can contact Gamel Grant at 876-787-9062.

Partial proceeds will go toward the tuition of NCU students affected by Hurricane Melissa and toward renovating the university’s recording studio.

TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue Head Into the Final Stretch of the “It’s Iconic Tour”

The co-headlining tour from TLC and Salt-N-Pepa, with En Vogue as special guest, is nearing the end of its run. The 34-date North American trek is promoted by Live Nation and is scheduled to close October 11 at Toyota Pavilion at Concord in the Bay Area. The tour marks the first time the three groups have toured together.

The next stretch begins in the Carolinas and Florida, with a stop in Charlotte on September 20 followed by Tampa on September 23 and Hollywood, Florida, on September 24. The tour then turns west through the South and Midwest, playing Brandon, Mississippi, on September 27, Rogers, Arkansas, on September 29 and Kansas City on September 30.

October opens in Atlanta on the 2nd. Two Texas dates follow, in The Woodlands on October 4 and Irving on October 5. The final week covers Phoenix on October 7, Las Vegas on October 9, Inglewood on October 10 and the Concord finale on October 11.

The tour has had disruptions. TLC‘s T-Boz has missed several dates. A spokesperson said she experienced a sickle cell crisis that required hospitalization and is recovering, and that the group chose to continue with Chilli performing. Whether T-Boz will rejoin for upcoming dates has not been confirmed.

Fans planning to attend should confirm show details and ticket availability directly with Live Nation or the individual venue, as schedules can change.

Gnarls Barkley Announces “To Whom It Still Concerns” 2026 North American and UK Tour

Gnarls Barkley, the genre-defying duo of Cee Lo Green and Danger Mouse, has announced a run of live dates across North America and the United Kingdom this fall and winter. Titled the “To Whom It Still Concerns Tour,” the 13-date run marks a long-awaited return to the stage for the pair behind the global hit “Crazy.”

The tour begins November 5 in San Francisco and works its way across North America, with stops in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Detroit, Boston, Toronto, New York, and Chicago before wrapping up on November 28. The group then crosses the Atlantic for four UK shows in December, finishing in London on December 12.

Since emerging in the mid-2000s, Gnarls Barkley has been known for blending soul, hip-hop, and psychedelic pop into something unmistakably its own. With albums including St. Elsewhere and The Odd Couple, the duo built a devoted following that has stayed loyal long after its last studio release.

North America
November 5: San Francisco, CA
November 7: Los Angeles, CA
November 10: Atlanta, GA
November 13: Detroit, MI
November 15: Boston, MA
November 19: Silver Spring, MD
November 22: Toronto, ON
November 24: New York, NY
November 28: Chicago, IL

United Kingdom
December 8: Manchester
December 9: Glasgow
December 11: Wolverhampton
December 12: London

Mighty Mystic Confirmed for Safety Harbor Art & Music Center on Oct. 2

Mighty Mystic will bring his high-energy live performance to the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center (SHAMc) on Friday, October 2, 2026.

Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show kicking off at 7:30 PM and running until 9:30 PM. The SHAMc’s is located at 706 2nd Street North in Safety Harbor, Florida — a setting well-suited to the artist’s vibrant stage presence.

Tickets are priced at $27.98 and available now through Eventbrite.

Dancehall Icon Beenie Man Joins Forces with Rorey Baker on “Brawdah”

Dancehall legend Beenie Man has partnered with acclaimed producer and engineer Rorey Baker for the release of “Brawdah,” a new single issued August 21, 2026, via Baker‘s One Pop Music imprint. Now available on all major digital streaming and download platforms, the release comprises two versions of the track: the original mix and the “Brawdah (Dancehall Fix).“

Produced by Rorey Baker and Tiuke Taumoepeau, “Brawdah” delivers a high-energy dancehall sound designed for peak party moments. The track’s title is drawn from Jamaican patois, in which “brawdah” translates to “broader” in English, and the song pays tribute to women with fit, well-toned physiques. Since its release, “Brawdah” has received strong support from dancehall selectors across Jamaica and in international markets.

The single marks a notable collaboration between Beenie Man, one of dancehall’s most internationally recognized artists, and Rorey Baker, a veteran producer and engineer whose credits include Chaka Demus & Pliers‘ hit single “Friends” and the original soundtrack to the acclaimed film Dancehall Queen, among numerous other projects across the genre. Baker‘s career was shaped in its early stages by mentorship from reggae and dancehall pioneers Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare (Sly & Robbie). In the years since, Baker has established himself as one of the industry’s most respected sonic architects, contributing to the evolution of contemporary reggae and dancehall music.

“Brawdah” is out now on all major platforms via One Pop Music.

R&B Fest Empowerment Brings Legendary Lineup to the Gaylord National Resort

R&B Fest Empowerment will take over the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Maryland, for a one-night celebration of classic R&B on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Billed as “One Night. One Show. Legends. Empowerment,” the concert brings together a powerhouse roster of R&B icons, including Dave Hollister, Christopher Williams, Force MDs, Keith Washington, Meli’sa Morgan, and The Levert Experience. The lineup spans multiple generations of soul and R&B talent, promising a night of nostalgia.

The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is located at 201 Waterfront Street in Oxon Hill, MD. General admission tickets are priced at $125. For more information or to secure tickets, visit www.rnbfestempowerment.com.

MÝA to Perform Two Sold-Out Shows at City Winery Atlanta

R&B singer MÝA is set to perform two shows in one night at City Winery Atlanta on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The performances are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., respectively.

Both shows are officially sold out, reflecting strong interest in MÝA’s upcoming appearance. Fans who missed out on tickets can visit the venue’s website to join the waiting list should additional availability arise.

City Winery Atlanta is located at 650 North Avenue NE in Atlanta, Georgia.