Barry G and David Rodigan to Celebrate Iconic 30th Anniversary in New York (@DavidRodigan @IrishandChin @IrieJamFM)

Posted on November 8, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Barrington “Barry G” Gordon

On Saturday, November 28, 2015, Caribbean entertainment specialists Irish and Chin, in conjunction with Irie Jam Radio, will present David “Ram Jam” Rodigan and Barrington “Barry G” Gordon’s 30th Anniversary at the plush Resorts World Casino in Queens, New York. Sponsored by Western Union, the event commemorates the 30th Anniversary of the legendary David Rodigan and Barry G’s famed on-air sound clashes.

Two of the best to ever do it will deliver an unforgettable evening of divine Reggae music, fun and slice of an unprecedented era in Jamaican music and culture. As U.S. appearances from David Rodigan and Barry G are rare, there is overwhelming momentum for the 30th Anniversary and endorsement from the overall Caribbean market. Moreover, it’s been nearly 4 years since David Rodigan last performed in the U.S. and just as long for Barry G.

David Rodigan

Both masters of their craft, the pioneering DJs brought sound clash to radio via a series of historical on-air clashes in 1985. Prior to this, sound clash, a cornerstone of Jamaican music and culture, was reserved for lawns and venues. The two wowed scores of listeners and captivated the island with their on-air sparring, making history all-the-while. The clashes were a phenomenon, officially locking down Rodigan’s Jamaican fan base. Technically, David Rodigan is one of the first “non-Jamaican” selectors to be whole-heartedly embraced by Reggae music fans. At the time of the clashes, David Rodigan was a well-respected radio personality on UK’s Capitol Radio, while the uber-talented Barry G was on Jamaica’s famed JBC Radio.

Adding to the already buzzing combo of the David Rodigan and Barry G reunion, is music from top Stone Love selector Rory. Without question, Rory will capitalize on his well channeled years of experience and music knowledge to entertain the massive crowd. Ninja of Mighty Crown will bring fans from the past to the present with an impressive array of selections. The highly anticipated night will be musically balanced, offering all in attendance a night to remember.

CARIBBEAN GOSPEL STAR SHERWIN GARDNER RELEASES NEW ALBUM, FIXER (@sherwingardner)

Posted on November 3, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Internationally-acclaimed Caribbean Gospel star Sherwin Gardner releases his new full-length studio effort Fixer, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 13, 2015, with pre-order available now, from Fox Fuse. Born in Trinidad and Tobago and now based in Antigua and Barbuda, Gardner celebrates over 25 years in the Gospel music industry and is a bonafide triple-threat as the producer, performer and songwriter of this spirited collection of Gospel anthems, under his own imprint Flow Masters Records.

Gardner has been earning his musical stripes for most of his life, producing music for 19 years and performing for 31 years, ever since the tender age of five. His seasoned artistry and talented vocal delivery have cemented him as a global ambassador for Caribbean Gospel music, cultivating a fruitful career and strong fan base along the way.

Featuring 15 Gospel gems, Fixer showcases Gardner’s versatility by delivering fusion flavors that span contemporary Gospel, soca, reggae, dancehall and even EDM. He collaborates with international Gospel heavyweights such as American Gospel star Deitrick Haddon(cast member of Oxygen’s Preachers of LA) for the soca-spiced“Praises Go Up,” and Jamaican-born, British Gospel songstressAnnastasia Baker (X Factor contestant and winner of UK Gospel talent competition Time2Shine) to bring EDM vibes on “Wet Me Down.”

Working alongside other top Caribbean musicians to finesse Fixer,Gardner teams with producers Reuel Lynch and Joshua Ali (also a featured artist on the dancehall-flavored “Explosion”) from Trinidad, and Brukway Production in Antigua, to create authentic soca sounds. He also joins forces with Gospel reggae star Joel “Positive” Murray to craft the only reggae track on the album, “Watch Over All.” The official music video for “Watch Over All” was recently shot on location in picturesque Antigua and will debut on VEVO in the coming weeks.

TRACK LIST

1. I Got a Reason
2. Explosion Featuring Joshua Ali
3. On The Road
4. Running to You Lord
5. Fixer
6. Work
7. He Lives
8. Wet Me Down Featuring Annastasia Baker
9. Soldier
10. Good Over Evil
11. Turning Around
12. Represent Him
13. Count On You
14. Watch Over All
15. Praises Go Up Featuring Deitrick Haddon

Karamanti Kicks Off The ‘Blazin Fyah 2015 Euro Tour’ This Weekend

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Karamanti, will be kicking off her ‘Blazin Fyah 2015 Euro Tour,’ this Friday, October 30^th. The artist is confirmed for 10 shows in 9 European cities with additional shows still being negotiated. The ‘Blazin Fyah 2015 Euro Tour’ is being hosted by Karamanti’s official European agent, Jam Link Intl. in collaboration with her own record company, Blakkwuman22 Music. Confirmed dates and cities are as follows:

October 30 – Vienna
November 13 – Roskilde
November 14 – Hamburg
November 21 – Prague
November 28 – Aalborg
December 4 – Vienna
December 5 – Linz
December 18 – Budapest
December 19 – Aarhus
December 20 – Copenhagen

In between performances, Karamanti will be completing several collaboration projects with various Europe based Reggae artists.

Line-Up Announced For Jamrock Reggae Cruise (@wtjrc)

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Stephen ‘Ragga’ Marley, Maxi Priest, Super Cat, Mykal Rose with Sly & Robbie, Protoje and Popcaan have been announced for the 2015 Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise. They join ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley, Julian ‘Juju Royal’ Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, Bounty Killer, Capleton, Elephant Man, Barrington Levy, Third World, Jah Cure, Tarrus Riley, Busy Signal, Morgan Heritage, Tanya Stephens, Cham, T.O.K and Christopher Ellis.

According to the organisers, due to overwhelming support the Norwegian Cruise Line’s five-night musical voyage from Miami to Jamaica will set sail twice this year. The first starts on November 30 from Miami, Florida, with two stops in Montego Bay before returning to Miami on December 5. The second ship will leave Miami on December 5, with stops in Falmouth and Ocho Rios before returning to Miami on December 10.

STITCHIE HEADING BACK TO UK FOR A SECOND COMING (@KingStitchie)

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Dancehall/gospel artiste Lt. Stitchie, fresh from his solid performance in NY this summer and his subsequent tour of England is heading back across the pond for a second time this year. From December 17th through January 4th, 2016, the Governor will perform at soon to be announced events in the United Kingdom. The tour is being facilitated by Flyers & Tickets HQ in collaboration with Silver Fox.

On wax, the DJ released ‘Letter to Dad’ that got everyone talking this summer. Long time fans who knew the Governor from back in the late 80’s when songs like ‘Wear Yuh Size’ and ‘Natty Dread’ were hot picks in the dancehall reminisced over the Stitchie of old, while a whole new generation of youngsters got turned on to the dj and were amazed at his musical genius and his ability to ride the riddim. Stitchie’s other summer release titled “Nuh Necessary,” stirred controversy because of the way he seemingly defended incarnated Dancehall artist, Vybz Kartel with selected parts of the song.

Damian Marley Joins Tidal As A Co-Owner (@damianmarley)

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae mainstay Damian Marley has become the latest big name to sign on to Tidal as a co-owner. The news was announced on Tuesday, October 20 at the streaming service’s massive Tidalx1020 concert, which took place in Brooklyn. As Marley was set to take the stage, the audience was told that this was to be his first performance as a co-owner, which was met with a round of applause.

The show, which helped raise money for The concert was also a celebration, as the streaming service can now claim one million paying subscribers, which is up a few hundred thousand from several months ago. Marley was one of more than twenty well-known musicians that performed at the Tidalx1020 show, including superstars like Jay Z, Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, and surprise guests like Nas and DJ Khaled.

Sean Paul to Rock Mexico & Latin America (@duttypaul)

Posted on October 25, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

International Dancehall superstar Sean Paul is gearing up to rock the Revolution Fest in Puebla, Mexico on Saturday, October 31. The Grammy-winning artiste will be headlining the show which features a host of Latin American stars such as Ximena Sariñana and Spanish-Rock Band, Caifanes.

Sean Paul will then travel to Santiago Chile on November 7 to once again be a headline act this time alongside Shaggy and Black Uhuru for the staging of GondFest.

Sean Paul has been doing several collaborations with Latin American artistes hence a building fan base is emerging in the Latin American space. The Full Speed Riddim mastermind has worked with Enrique Iglesias on the hit track Bailando and has recently collaborated with Dominican Republic native, Mozart La Para for the remix to his latest single, Take It Low. The two also shot the video for the remix in Kingston, earlier this month.

Sean Paul has enjoyed the success of Latin infused singles such as Punkie andPassion Wine featuring Farukko. The dancehall star also performed at the 2014 staging of Billboard’s Latin Music Award alongside Puerto Rican sensation Wisin for their single, Baby Danger. There is no slowing down for the globe-trotting star as he then heads to Sri Lanka for November 28.