Demitsedek’s “Masked Confusion” EP Release Delayed

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Initially scheduled for release on Friday, June 7th, Jamaica-born, Toronto-raised recording artist Demitsedek has had to delay sharing his highly anticipated EP, Masked Confusion. Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen challenges, the reggae-fused hip-hop project will now be pushed back to later in the summer. A new date has not been given.

While we await the publishing of the record, Demitsedek would like his fans and supporters to check out the lyric video for the track, Story of Selassie, one of five songs that will be featured on Masked Confusion. It was just uploaded to his newly created YouTube channel.

Story of Selassie was inspired, in part, by the time Demitsedek spent in Tanzania. He lived in the East African country for approximately one year. While there, he was committed to learning as much as possible about Ethiopia and its famed former Emperor Haile Selassie. That experience so impacted him that he subsequently changed his name from Tha Vor to the moniker he now uses, Demitsedek.

Out Of This World — The Missy Elliott Experience

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Missy Elliott, the trailblazer of female hip-hop and R&B, will be embarking on her debut headline tour, Out Of This World — The Missy Elliott Experience, this summer.

Elliott, along with hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes, multi-platinum-selling superstar Ciara, and mega producer Timbaland, will be making stops at various arenas across North America starting on July 4th. See confirmed dates and locations below.

Thursday, July 4 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena
Saturday, July 6 — Seattle, WA — Climate Pledge Arena
Tuesday, July 9 — Oakland, CA — Oakland Arena
Thursday, July 11 — Los Angeles, CA — Crypto.com Arena
Saturday, July 13 — Las Vegas, NV — T-Mobile Arena
Tuesday, July 16 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena
Thursday, July 18 — Austin, TX — Moody Center
Saturday, July 20 — Houston, TX — Toyota Center
Sunday, July 21 — Fort Worth, TX — Dickies Arena
Wednesday, July 24 — Tampa, FL — Amalie Arena
Thursday, July 25 — Sunrise, FL — Amerant Bank Arena
Saturday, July 27 — Atlanta, GA — State Farm Arena
Thursday, August 1 — Baltimore, MD — CFG Bank Arena
Friday, August 2 — Hampton, VA — Hampton Coliseum
Saturday, August 3 — Belmont Park, NY — UBS Arena
Monday, August 5 — Philadelphia, PA — Wells Fargo Center
Thursday, August 8 — Washington, DC — Capital One Arena
Friday, August 9 — Newark, NJ — Prudential Center
Saturday, August 10 — Boston, MA — TD Garden
Monday, August 12 — Brooklyn, NY — Barclays Center
Thursday, August 15 — Detroit, MI — Little Caesars Arena
Saturday, August 17 — Montreal, QC — Bell Centre
Monday, August 19 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena
Thursday, August 22 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena

NY: Join Pharoahe Monch & Friends For The 25th Anniversary Of “Internal Affairs” On July 3rd

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Next month, the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (New York) will vibrate with the music of three hip-hop legends: M.O.P., Pharoahe Monch, and Talib Kweli. These MCs will take the stage on Wednesday, July 3rd, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Pharoahe Monch‘s seminal album “Internal Affairs”.

Released in 1999, “Internal Affairs” was Pharoahe Monch‘s solo debut following his work with Organized Konfusion. The album cemented his reputation as a lyrical genius, with intricate rhyme schemes and vivid storytelling that set him apart from his peers.

Juneteenth Parade & Festival

Posted on June 3, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

This Saturday, June 8th, San Francisco’s second annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival will honor Black freedom, heritage, and achievement.

There will be creative floats, live music, and many special guests at the Parade, which will start at 11:00am at Market and Spear Streets (near the Ferry Building) and continue 13 blocks west down Market Street, with an end point at Fulton Plaza (near Civic Center, behind City Hall). Here the Festival – a celebration with incredible musical performances, food and drink, games, and so much more – will be held.

Rapsody, Goapele, Larry June, D’Wayne Wiggins (from Tony! Toni! Tone!), The Glide Choir, Dustin Sharpe, Ronski, Stunnaman02, and the Feline Finesse Dance Group, are just some of the confirmed performers.

Roots Picnic 2024 Is This Weekend!

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The wait is almost over – Roots Picnic 2024 is descending upon Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania this Saturday and Sunday, June 1st and 2nd! The legendary music festival, curated by the one and only The Roots, promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and community.

This year’s lineup is a dream come true, with a diverse array of talents taking the stage. The incomparable Jill Scott, hip-hop legends Nas and Lil Wayne, and the chart-topping Gunna are just a few of the headliners set to perform. And let’s not forget R&B songstress Victoria Monét, who will undoubtedly bring the house down with her soulful voice and captivating stage presence.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Some truly special collaborations are in store, making Roots Picnic 2024 a once-in-a-lifetime experience. J. Period‘s Live Mixtape with Black Thought, Method Man, and Redman, will be an entertaining set. The Adam Blackstone Legacy Experience which will feature Fantasia and Muni Long promises to be equally captivating, and Baller Alert: Go-Go Backyard Band with Scarface and Amerie is not to be missed!

In a highly anticipated performance, the enigmatic André 3000 will present his new album, New Blue Sun, live on stage. This is a rare opportunity to see a true musical genius showcase his latest work.

For more information and to secure your spot, visit rootspicnic.com.

Hip-Hop 4 Peace

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Collaborating Partners: M Power Change, Make the Road NY, New York Communities for Change, CUFFH, Jay Boogie Love, and BLOQUE, are supporting The Action Lab and The Center For Popular Democracy as they present a night of hip-hop, calling for a permanent ceasefire and an end to civilian suffering in Palestine, DR Congo, and Sudan.

It will take place on June 2nd at Roulette (509 Atlantic Avenue) in Brooklyn, New York. The lineup includes Ana Tijoux, Smif-N-Wessun, M1 and Umi from Dead Prez, Emilio Rojas, Waheeb Nasan, and more. Confirmed host is Suheir Hammad.

This event is free so admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Rapsody Announces Tour Dates For “Please Don’t Cry”

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

North Carolinian lyricist Rapsody has surely come a long from just dropping mixtapes and being a featured guest artist on other people’s projects. Since the release of her 4th studio album, Please Don’t Cry, the consensus within the hip-hop community is that Rapsody is now the new force in the rap game.

Please Don’t Cry came out on May 17th, 2024, and Rapsody and her team are now following up its release with the announcement of the record’s official tour. See dates and locations below.

Friday, Sep. 6
Berlin, Germany

Monday, Sep. 9
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Thursday, Sep. 12
Paris, France

Sunday, Sep. 15
London, United Kingdom

Thursday, Sep. 19
Philadelphia, PA

Friday, Sep. 20
Cambridge, MA

Saturday, Sep. 21
Hartford, CT

Sunday, Sep. 22
New York, NY

Thursday, Sep. 26
Washington, DC

Sunday, Sep. 29
Toronto, ON

Tuesday, Oct. 1
Detroit, MI

Wednesday, Oct. 2
Chicago, IL