Tastee Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Free Concert at Emancipation Park

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Tastee will mark its 60th anniversary with a free concert on August 28 from 7PM to 11PM at Emancipation Park. The event will feature a star-studded lineup of Jamaican music legends and contemporary stars.

Dancehall lyricist Agent Sasco will headline the concert, joined by Richie Stephens, Nadine Sutherland, Alaine, Tony Rebel, Carey Sayles, Dean Fraser, Sister Pat, Abijah, and Dwight Richards, with organizers promising special guest artistes.

The evening will also feature giveaways and surprises for patrons, and admission is free to the public.

Founded in 1966, Tastee has grown from a single bakery to one of Jamaica’s most recognized food brands. The anniversary concert is part of its diamond jubilee celebrations.

Tropicalfete Presents Its 5th Annual Caribbean Pop-Up Carnival In Times Square

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Tropicalfete, Inc., with the generous support of official event sponsor NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, proudly announces its 5th Annual Caribbean Pop-Up Carnival in Times Square. The celebration takes place on Sunday, August 30, at 1:00 PM along Broadway (between West 46th and West 47th Streets). Attendees are invited to wear carnival costumes, wave their national flags, and celebrate the rich diversity of Caribbean culture.

Hosted by Vibes Man Redman and Katherine Charles, Esq., the event features an exciting lineup of acclaimed performers, headlined by legendary Billboard chart-topping soca artist Rupee. The schedule will also include a performance by Mapy, “The Violin Queen.” Born on Réunion Island, raised in Paris and now based in Brooklyn.

Carnival masquerade traditions from all over the Caribbean representing traditional, folkloric, ole (satirical), and pretty mas will also be highlighted.

The Meditations Bring Legendary Roots Reggae to Berkeley

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Legendary Jamaican roots reggae vocal harmony group The Meditations will perform live at The Freight in Berkeley, California, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Formed in Jamaica in late 1974, The Meditations have established themselves as an enduring force in roots reggae music.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with the show beginning at 8:00 p.m. The Freight is located at 2020 Addison Street in Berkeley.

General admission tickets are $30 plus $9 in fees, for a total of $39. Youth ages 21 and under and students with valid student identification can purchase tickets for $15 plus $9 in fees, totaling $24. Tickets are available through The Freight’s website.

Brooklyn Labor Day Blocko Mania Returns Bigger for 2026

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The annual Brooklyn Labor Day celebration is set to get bigger with the return of Blocko Mania, scheduled for Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM at the Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11238.

This year’s event will feature live performances from a powerhouse Soca lineup. Confirmed artists include Blaka Dan, Edwin Yearwood, Iwer George, Rikki Jai, Jadel, and Anika Berry, along with a Special Guest to be announced. Organizers note that many more artists are to be added.

The event is presented by Gemini Production in association with Caribbean Power Jam.

Tickets are currently available at an early bird price of $50, with prices set to increase after. Ticket sales end on September 2nd. Tickets can be purchased at www.geminiproduction.com and at local outlets.

Catch Next at Stage Red Fontana on August 30

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Stage Red Fontana, a live entertainment venue located at 8463 Sierra Ave in Fontana, California, has announced that R&B group NEXT is confirmed, and will perform on August 30, 2026.

NEXT rose to prominence in the late 1990s with their debut album Rated Next, but their breakthrough came with the 1998 smash hit “Too Close,” which topped both the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts. The song’s infectious groove, smooth harmonies and provocative lyrics helped establish NEXT as one of the defining R&B groups of the era.

For links to tickets and additional information, visit www.stageredfontana.com.

Gospel Artist to Watch: Paulade

Posted on August 23, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Paulade, the stage name of UK-based singer-songwriter and producer Paul Adewunmi, is a Christian recording artist whose music blends contemporary R&B, soul, and gospel jazz. Known for his faith-centered songwriting, Paulade uses his music to explore themes of worship, grace, spiritual restoration, surrender, and God’s love.

His growing catalog includes “Worthy,” “Restore,” “Yeshua,” “all about You,” and the 2025 Pavilion EP. In August 2026, he released “JESUS!”, a soulful gospel offering that further reflects his commitment to creating music rooted in faith and worship. As a songwriter and producer, Paulade takes an active role in shaping his sound, combining contemporary production with honest Christian messaging.

Mantle Revival: Fire & Glory

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Mantle Revival: Fire & Glory will bring two days of worship, preaching and ministry to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on September 11–12, 2026. The New York gathering is presented by Joshua Giles Ministries.

The event will feature an extensive lineup of ministers, worship leaders and gospel artists, including Travis Greene, Ryan LeStrange, LaToya Brewngton, Aretha Wilson, Neil C. Ellis, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Naomi Raine, Jay Todd, Courtney Crosson and David Wilford. Joshua Giles will serve as host and speaker.

Billed under the theme “Fire & Glory,” the gathering is expected to combine powerful preaching, worship, prayer and ministry, continuing the vision behind the Mantle movement, which seeks to equip and inspire believers to walk boldly in their God-given purpose. Register here.