CL Smooth Announces November Tour Dates In Support Of Mental Health

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In early November CL Smooth will do a handful of shows as a part of his 30th Anniversary T.R.O.Y Tour. However, these concerts – which are being organized by Full Blast Booking – are being done, in part, to benefit mental health charities.

The dates and locations are as follows: on the 3rd Smooth will be in Manchester, NH at The Shaskeen; on the 4th he will be in Bangor, ME at G. Force Entertainment; on the 5th he will be in Worcester, MA at Electric Haze; and finally, on the 6th he will be in New Haven, CT at the State House.

Ja Rule & Ashanti To Headline Mega Yush Event In Kingston, JA Next Month

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

All the rumors have been confirmed, mega hip-hop and RnB stars Ja Rule and Ashanti will be performing at Sabina Park – 24 South Camp Road – in Kingston, Jamaica on November 26, 2022.

The concert is being presented by the organizers of the now popular YUSH event series; and is a fundraiser for the UWI Scholarship Fund. Get tickets here.

The Biz Markie Tribute Concert Set For Nov. 18 Has Been Cancelled

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, November 18th, legendary hip-hop MCs Big Daddy Kane, KRS-One, Slick Rick, Brand Nubian, Chubb Rock and Mr. Cheeks were scheduled to pay tribute to the late Biz Markie at Ovens Auditorium – 2700 E Independence Blvd – in Charlotte, North Carolina.

However, we are now learning that this once-in-a-lifetime concert has been cancelled. Unfortunately, the event organizer did not give a reason; but a refund will be processed to the original method of payment used at time of purchase.

Cellus Hamilton Shares 2nd Video From His Album “His Songbook For The Journey” (@CellusHamilton)

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Atlanta rapper Cellus Hamilton has just shared the second single from his album – His Songbook For The Journey – released in May of this year. The track, titled Mt. Zion, is a collaboration done with New York lyricist Trubl3.

All the songs on the record were created with authentic ancient instruments and tell detailed stories from Hamilton’s life. Mt. Zion was created using a ram’s horn; it captures the melody of an African landscape set in Old Testament times.

Click here or on the image above to check out the stunning visuals, which were directed by Paul Ashch.

Celebrate The 25th Anniversary of “The 18th Letter” With Rakim

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 18th Letter – which was released on November 4th in 1997 via Universal Records – is the debut solo album by one of the greatest MCs of all time: Rakim. It features production by DJ Clark Kent, Pete Rock, Father Shaheed, Nick Wiz and DJ Premier. The 18th Letter debuted at number four on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, and was certified Gold in America.

In honor of The 18th Letter‘s 25th anniversary, Rakim will be doing a ten-city tour starting on October 15th. See full schedule below.

Oct. 15
Charleston, SC
Jenkins Institute

Oct. 27
Manhattan, NY
S.O.B.’s

Oct. 28
Cleveland, OH
House of Blues Cleveland

Oct. 29
Rochester, NY
Water Street Music Hall

Nov. 3
Harrisburg, PA
XL Live

Nov. 4
Baltimore, MD
Rams Head Live!

Nov. 5
Norfolk, VA
The Norva

Nov. 18
New Haven, CT
College Street Music Hall

Nov. 19
Newark, NJ
New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Rakim Will Perform At The Upcoming Sneaker Party In Atlanta

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

I Know You Got Sole sneaker party, presented by James Evans and Just Brunch Breakfast Bar, goes down on October 16th from 4 to 10pm at Republic Lounge – 990 Brady Avenue – in Atlanta, Georgia.

Legendary MC Rakim will perform live, with support from DJ Flemingo and DJ Mars; while the one and only Ed Lover will hold down hosting duties. Get additional information here.