‘Solid as a Rock’: A Star-Studded Celebration of Jamaica’s 63rd Independence in Lauderhill

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The city of Lauderhill, in collaboration with Ladjely Inc. and AD Enterprises, present ‘Solid as a Rock,’ a celebration marking Jamaica’s 63rd Independence. This highly anticipated cultural event will take place on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC), located at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL. Festivities will begin promptly at 6:00 PM EDT.

Headlining this year’s celebration is none other than the legendary Sizzla Kalonji, a pillar of conscious reggae and dancehall music. Joining him on stage are icons of Jamaican music including the trailblazing Lady G, the soulful Etana, the inspirational Admiral Tibet, the smooth vocals of Hal Anthony, and the beloved Roy Rayon, known as a “Festival Icon.” These musical heavyweights will be backed by the electrifying Code Red Band.

Setting the vibes before and between performances are top-tier selectors Foota Hype, Supa Sound, DJ Fergie, and DJ Radcliffe.

‘Solid as a Rock’ is more than just a concert—it’s a cultural milestone that honors the rich heritage and resilience of the Jamaican people. Click here for tickets.

Celebrate Jamaica’s Independence with Agent Sasco & others at ‘Live Wire’

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Live Wire, a music series designed to rejuvenate Jamaica’s live music culture through clean, organic, and authentic performances, returns on Independence Day, Wednesday, August 6th, with an exciting lineup.

Powered by Appleton Estate Jamaica, this concert will feature performances by Agent Sasco, Tosh Alexander, and Ai Milly, with Bishop Escobar on the turntables and Rosh Reign serving as the master of ceremonies.

Starting at 8 PM local time, the event will take place at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records, located at 67 Constant Spring Road in Kingston, Jamaica. Click here to purchase tickets.

Jahmiel’s new EP, “Sound of Greatness,” available on all streaming platforms

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On July 11th of this year, dancehall singer and songwriter Jahmiel collaborated with producer Minto Play Da Riddim to release his six-track EP, “Sound of Greatness.” This project serves as a follow-up to their collaborative single, “Self Worth,” which was released in September 2024.

On this new EP, Jahmiel delivers messages of resilience and inspiration, reflecting on aspects of his life’s journey that have necessitated these responses. “Sound of Greatness” also features a couple of love songs dedicated to the ladies.

For his part, Minto Play Da Riddim bolstered Jahmiel‘s arguments with captivating, hard-hitting dancehall, hip-hop, and R&B beats. Click here or on the image above to stream “Sound of Greatness” on your preferred music platform.

Summer Dance Fest (Bremen)

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Summer Dance, a music event promotion company in Bremen, Germany, will be presenting the inaugural Summer Dance Festival on August 23rd, 2025. It will be held at Waller Feldmarktsee (Heideweg 4) from 12 noon to midnight.

In an attempt to attract the entire family, they have organized several activities for kids and will even have a professional childcare provider available to help out.

As for the live show, it will feature Turbulence, Rebellion, Unstoppable Fyah, Royal Messenjah, Hard Breaka, Tom Remo, King Pata, Laminator, Kamzii, King Rich, Lamina, Michael Bachle, Gosso D Thunder, and Lyrical Emparoo. Click here to buy tickets.

New Music from Cham, Stephen Marley & Damian Marley “Hustling In My Blood”

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Dancehall artist Cham, formerly known as Baby Cham, has just released the first single from his upcoming album. The track, titled “Hustling In My Blood,” is a collaborative single that also features Stephen Marley and Damian Marley.

The men have also shared the song’s official video, which can be viewed on Baby Cham‘s YouTube channel. Published on July 11th, “Hustling In My Blood” is an anthem for aggressively enterprising people who are constantly working to achieve their goals.

Both the song and its accompanying music video went live on streaming platforms on July 11th, 2025. Cham‘s album, “Sherlock,” drops on July 25th.

Capleton is “Flying”

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae-dancehall recording artist Capleton, who hails from the Islington area of St. Mary, has been a prominent figure in Jamaica’s music industry since the early 1990s. Between 1992 and 1993, he solidified his significance with hits such as “Alms House,” “Music is a Mission,” and the massive hit song “Tour.”

Decades later, King Shango, as he is often called, continues to produce hits! His latest single, “Flying,” is a catchy dancehall tune that, although just released, is already being hailed as ‘a big tune’ by selectors who have received and reviewed the track.

Capleton uses “Flying” to assert his dominance in the dancehall space. With well-crafted lyrics, he shares with listeners the hectic schedule that keeps him in high demand, traveling across the globe to perform in various countries. He further elaborates on the warm reception he receives from his fans and supporters upon arriving in these nations.

“Flying” is in part inspired by real-world experiences, as Capleton is currently on tour in Europe and the United Kingdom. The song can be streamed or downloaded on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music, and all other digital music platforms. It is on the Deki Records music label.

Catch Mikey Dangerous at the Taste of the Caribbean Festival this Sunday!

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jamaica-born, Canada-based reggae-dancehall artist Mikey Dangerous will be taking the stage at the Taste of the Caribbean Festival this Sunday, July 13, 2025. The four-day event, which started on July 10th, is happening at the Old Port of Montreal. It offers attendees an opportunity to experience Caribbean culture, food, music, and lifestyle in the heart of Montreal, Quebec, for free.

Mikey Dangerous, a versatile lyricist and songwriter, has been contributing quality music to the reggae-dancehall industry for more than a decade. Although he resides in Canada, he continues to work with producers and artists in Jamaica. Among his most recent releases is “Freedom Fighter,” a captivating black empowerment song that was voiced on the NuLinkz Riddim, produced by Blakkwuman22 Music.