Reach Records Ends Relationship With GAWVI

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Earlier today – January 31 – Reach Records officially ended their professional relationship with Christian hip-hop artist GAWVI. The decision was made after it became public that GAWVI sent inappropriate pictures to several women while married. See full statement from Reach Records below.

“Due to behavior that is inconsistent with our core values we have ended our professional relationship with GAWVI.

This was a tough decision for us because of the level of complexity and because we invest in our artists not just for their talent, but also as brothers and sisters in Christ. This is something we have been processing for over a year and have wrestled with what would be the right way forward. New details that have been provided to us made us realize today’s decision was necessary. We also want our actions to be a reflection of love, care and concern for those who fail and those who are affected by our failures.

Each of us needs God’s grace and we invite you to pray for the families and individuals whose lives are being impacted. This is not a chance to throw anybody away. We continue to hope for restoration to be the outcome.

— Reach Records“

Derrick Scott Continues To Soar! (@DerrickScottMu1)

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Derrick Scott‘s God Answer Prayer is still in the top ten on both the New York and South Florida Reggae Charts. In New York he is at #9 – this is after being at #1 for a couple of weeks – and in South Florida he is in the #2 spot.

Additionally, his lyric video for False Preacher continues to get steady rotation on music video programs in Jamaica.

While he is thankful for all the support he is currently getting, Scott is staying focus. He and his team are now working on new visuals as they simultaneously prep for his annual concert which will be presented later in the year.

Dionne Warwick Collaborates With Krayzie Bone & Nomad On New Single

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Kind Music Group – the label focused on releasing songs for philanthropic causes – has just shared a new single titled Power In The Name, performed by megastar Dionne Warwick, Krayzie Bone (from Bones Thugs-n-Harmony) and label founder Nomad (a.k.a. Damon Elliott).

Proceeds from the gospel tune will go to various charities that provide shelter and clothing to the needy. Click here or on the image above to check out the visuals for Power In The Name and remember to like, comment and share.

New Gospel-Soca Release From Clevon Smith

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Trinidadian gospel-soca artist Clevon Smith has just shared a new single titled Nobody Like Jesus. This is his first release for 2022, and it is already getting great reviews from both secular and gospel soca lovers.

For those not familiar with Smith, he is an emerging Christian artist based in Trinidad. His first official release was in September of 2020, but because of his passionate, energetic and strong delivery, he has been getting a lot of attention. Click here to listen to Nobody Like Jesus.

Little Hero Keeps On Shining (@patmore_paul)

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae-dancehall artist Little Hero has just released the official video for his catchy single Keep On Shining. The song is featured on the Rooted & Grounded Riddim, published last year by Paul Patmore Production.

When the compilation was first shared, many persons gave Little Hero‘s song great reviews; using words like fabulous, delightful and very nice to describe it. When asked what was the inspiration behind his powerful lyrics the veteran singer simply said: “the Most High. And I write songs based on what I see going on in the world.”

The calls for a video began almost immediately after the Rooted & Grounded Riddim came out. That said, persons who have seen the clip are now saying that it was definitely worth the wait.

Paul Patmore, along with Little Hero and his team, contracted Rayebann Entertainment to direct, shoot and edit the video. Scenes were shot at approximately five different locations in the Parish of Clarendon (Jamaica) at the beginning of January. The visuals, which were just uploaded to Hero‘s new YouTube channel, are absolutely beautiful.

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “KEEP ON SHINING”

Reach Records Announces The “We Are Unashamed Tour” (@reachrecords)

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Texas gospel label Reach Records has just announced the “We Are Unashamed Tour” starring 1K Phew, Andy Mineo, Gawvi, Hulvey, Lecrae, Tedashii, Trip Lee, Wande and WHATUPRG. Below are the confirmed dates and locations.

MAR 17 THU
Riverbend Church @ 7:00pm
Austin, TX, United States

MAR 18 FRI
Grace Church Houston @ 7:00pm
Houston, TX, United States

MAR 19 SAT
Real Life Amphitheater @ 7:00pm
Selma, TX, United States

MAR 24 THU
Life Changers International Church @ 7:00pm
Hoffman Estates, IL, United States

MAR 25 FRI
Vineyard Cincinnati Church @ 7:00pm
Springdale, OH, United States

MAR 26 SAT
Grace Church @ 7:00pm
Indianapolis, IN, United States

MAR 27 SUN
Grove City Church of the Nazarene @ 7:00pm
Grove City, OH, United States

MAR 31 THU
Faith Church Sunset Hills @ 7:00pm
St. Louis, MO, United States

APR 1 FRI
Victory Church @ 7:00pm
Tulsa, OK, United States

APR 2 SAT
College Park Center @ 7:00pm
Arlington, TX, United States

APR 7 THU
Alabama Theatre @ 7:00pm
Birmingham, AL, United States

APR 8 FRI
Evangel Temple Assembly of God @ 7:00pm
Jacksonville, FL, United States

APR 9 SAT
First Baptist | FTL @ 7:00pm
Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

APR 10 SUN
Calvary Orlando @ 7:00pm
Winter Park, FL, United States

Todd Dulaney, CeCe Winans Among Nominees For NAACP Image Awards 2022 (@naacpimageaward)

Posted on January 22, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2022 NAACP Image Awards will air on BET on Saturday, February 26, starting at 8pm. Below are the Gospel nominees for Outstanding Album and Song.

Outstanding Gospel / Christian Album
Todd Dulaney – “Anthems & Glory”
CeCe Winans – “Believe For It”
Jonathan McReynolds and Mali Music – “Jonny x Mali: Live In L.A.”
Tamela Mann – “Overcomer”
Jason McGee & The Choir – “Power”

Outstanding Gospel / Christian Song
CeCe Winans – “Believe For It”
Tamela Mann feat. The Fellas – “Help Me”
H.E.R. and Tauren Wells – “Hold Us Together (Hope Mix)”
Kirk Franklin – “Overcome 2021”
Sounds of Blackness – “Time For Reparations”