If You Are Into Hip-Hop We Highly Recommend That You Watch Black Thought’s Tiny Desk Home Concert (@blackthought @nprmusic)

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On April 9th, NPR Music published Black Thought‘s Tiny Desk (Home) Concert and it was met with nothing but positive reviews.

Black Thought – who is one of the founding members of the legendary Roots Crew – used the opportunity to premiere three new songs. In his performance he shows why he is among hip-hop’s elite by displaying immaculate story telling skills, lyrical depth and microphone mastery.

If you have not yet seen the video, click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Last Week Talib Kweli Released The “People’s Party” Music Video (@TalibKweli)

Posted on April 13, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

People’s Party is a weekly interview show hosted by hip-hop artist Talib Kweli and comedian Jasmin Leigh; it features a new special guest from the entertainment industry each week. The audio podcast is available on both Apple and Spotify.

The song, “People’s Party,” which is a collaboration between Talib Kweli and Boots Riley, was released last week along with the supporting visuals. Click here or on the image above to watch the video and remember to like, comment and share.

Stephen Marley, Wiz Khalifa & Other Top-tier Artists Confirmed For Virtual 420 Celebration (@weedmaps @stephenmarley)

Posted on April 13, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

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Weedmaps is gearing up to present what is being called ‘The World’s Biggest Virtual 420 Celebration’ on Monday, April 20th. It will stream live via weedmapsdotcom/420 from 12:00 to 05:00 PM (PDT).

Hosted by The Smokers Club, the event will feature: Wiz khalifa, Stephen Marley, Tycho DJ Set, Dave East, Cam’ron, Alchemist, Tony Hinchcliffe, Chaunte Wayans, Kitty Cash and many more top-tier artists and selectors.

Why We Are Reluctant To Post Events Scheduled For May & June Of This Year

Posted on April 12, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

We have been getting a lot of requests from event promoters, primarily in the United States, asking us to do a write up about their show that’s scheduled for early summer. The idea, we believe, is to get the word out to potential patrons, letting them know that the program is still on despite covid-19.

Normally we wouldn’t mind posting about such events, but when we see what is happening in parts of the U.S., it is hard to imagine that these shows will still go on uninterrupted.

As a company, we here at Maria Jackson Magazine are very careful to publish only accurate and authentic information. As such we are reluctant, at least for now, to post about any offline event set for May and early June.

GRAMMY Museum Will Be Streaming Never-Before-Released Digital Content Of Hip-Hop Artist Common (@common @GRAMMYMuseum)

Posted on April 9, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

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The GRAMMY Museum has announced the next round of never-before-released free digital content from their archive, while the Museum in Los Angeles is closed in light of COVID-19.

The Museum’s Public Programs digital series features intimate sit-down interviews with artists and musicians in its 200-seat Clive Davis Theater. On Monday, April 13th they will stream the time spent with hip-hop artist Common. Click here to watch.

Ice Cube Announces The Release Of Never Before Seen Live Performances (@icecube)

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A few days ago hip-hop legend Ice Cube sent out a newsletter to his fans and supporters announcing that he will be sharing new concert clips weekly throughout the quarantine period.

In order to get a front row seat to these shows persons are encouraged to subscribe to his YouTube channel, which is where the clips will be shared.

Canadian Music Week Pushed Back To September (@CMW_Week)

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

2-Chainz The organizers of the annual Canadian Music Week has announced that the event has been postponed until September, 2020. It was initially scheduled to take place from May 19-23 in downtown Toronto. The new tentative dates are Sept. 8-13, 2020. See statement below.

“Due to the continuing spread of the novel COVID-19 virus we believe it is our social responsibility to postpone the upcoming Canadian Music Week 2020 Conference and Expo. In light of the recent growing number of event cancellations, Public Health Canada statements, and various provincial gathering bans, we concluded this was the right decision. The health and safety of our speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, visitors, and staff is our number one priority. We have managed to find an alternative date at a later time period at the same venue (Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel). The NEW dates for Canadian Music Week will be September 8–13, 2020.”

Here is the new CMW 2020 tentative schedule:

Monday Sept 7th – Labour Day Holiday
Tuesday Sept 8th – Load-in and travel day
Wednesday Sept 9th – Day 1 – Music Conference
Radio Conference + Radio and Audio Awards Luncheon
Thursday Sept 10th – Day 2 – Music Conference
Radio Conference and Music and Broadcast Awards Gala
Friday Sept 11th – Day 3 – Music Conference
September 8th – 13th – Music Festival