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.

Here Are All The Winners From The 2022 BET Hip-Hop Awards

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2022 BET Hip-Hop Awards was recorded on Friday, September 30th at the Cobb Energy Centre in Atlanta, Georgia. However, it was not televised until Tuesday, October 4th when it aired on BET, BET Her, MTV2 and VH1. Below is a list of all the winners.

Hip hop artist of the year
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar

Hip hop album of the year
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers

Song of the year
WINNER: Latto, “Big Energy”

Best hip hop video
WINNER: Baby Keem & Kendrick Lamar, “Family Ties”

Best collaboration
WINNER: Future feat. Drake & Tems, “Wait for You”

Best duo or group
WINNER: EARTHGANG

Best breakthrough hip hop artist
WINNER: GloRilla

Best live performer
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar

Lyricist of the year
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar

Video director of the year
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar & Dave Free

Producer of the year
WINNER: Hitmaka

DJ of the year
WINNER: DJ Drama

Best hip hop platform
CO-WINNER: Caresha Please
CO-WINNER: Drink Champs

Hustler of the year
WINNER: 50 Cent

Sweet 16: best featured verse
CO-WINNER: Drake, “Churchill Downs” (Jack Harlow feat. Drake)
CO-WINNER: Drake, “Wait for You” (Future feat. Drake & Tems)

Impact track
WINNER: Lizzo, “About Damn Time”

Best international flow
WINNER: Benjamin Epps (France)

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Booked For The Novo On Oct. 29th

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Hip-hop ensemble, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, will be doing a full set at The Novo – 800 W Olympic Blvd – in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, October 29. The all ages event will begin at 7pm and general admission starts at $24.50.

The group is regarded as one of the greatest hip hop acts of all time. Bone Thugs-n-Harmony is the only group that has worked with renowned American rappers 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., Eazy-E, and Big Pun while they were all still alive. Get tickets here.

Talib Kweli’s Staying Power Is On Full Display In His Latest Song/Video “Longevity”

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Javotti Media, the imprint owned and operated by hip-hop artist Talib Kweli – just released a new song and video titled Longevity. This is another collaborative project by and between famed producer Madlib and the Brooklyn MC (Talib Kweli).

In the visuals Kweli takes us on a journey, showing clips of some of his accomplishments, dating back to his early days with Black Star; all in an effort to show his Longevity. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Rapper Coolio Dead At 59

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Artis Leon Ivey Jr., known publicly as Coolio, passed away on Wednesday, September 28 at a friend’s home in Los Angeles, California. The exact cause of death has not yet been revealed; however we do know that he was 59 years old at the time of his death.

Coolio achieved mainstream success in the mid-to-late 90s with his albums: It Takes a Thief, Gangsta’s Paradise, and My Soul.

The Millennium Tour, Turned Up! Kicks Off Next Month (@BlackPromoters)

Posted on September 26, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Some of the biggest 90s hip-hop and RnB stars will head out on the road next month – starting on the 7th – for a 24-city stretch called The Millennium Tour, Turned Up!

Confirmed artists are: Bow Wow, Mario, Keri Hilson, Lloyd, Pleasure P, Bobby V, Sammie, Ying Yang Twins, Chingy, Dem Franchize Boyz, Lil Scrappy, Travis Porter, Crime Mob, Trillville, and the reunion of Day 26.

See below dates and locations. Click here for tickets.

07 October
Hampton Coliseum
Hampton, VA

08 October
Spectrum Center
Charlotte, NC

09 October
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena
Baltimore, MD

14 October
Schottenstein Center
Columbus, OH

15 October
Little Caesars Arena
Detroit, MI

16 October
KFC Yum Center
Louisville, KY

22 October
Wintrust Arena
Chicago, IL

23 October
Chaifetz Arena
St. Louis, MO

27 October
Texas Trust CU Theater @ Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie (Dallas), TX

28 October
Smoothie King Center
New Orleans, LA

29 October
Smart Financial Centre
Houston, TX