Winner Circle “The Brown Bag Edition”

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Recording artist Honorebel will be launching Winner Circle: The Brown Bag Edition, an initiative created to empower the community through entertainment, on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. It will be staged at Flamingo Room Club (4900 Powerline Road) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from 6 to 10 pm.

Winner Circle The Brown Bag Edition is a monthly event that will cover all aspects of the entertainment industry. This includes fashion, film, art, real estate, fitness, beauty, culinary, etc. It will bring together professionals from diverse fields who will all share their experiences, insights, and expertise.

Confirmed panelists for the 19th are Etana, Singing Melody, Papa Keith (103.5 The Beat), Jon Fx, Troyton Rami, and moderator TC Flexx (Flexx TV).

Hezron Delivers Soulful Ballad For Black History Month “Kuja Nyumbani”

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In keeping with the annual Black History Month celebration, singer, songwriter, and guitarist Hezron, in collaboration with Tad’s Record, releases “Kuja Nyumbani.” Kuja Nyumbani is a Swahili phrase that translates to ‘come home’ in English. However, Hezron, being the unexceptionable creative that he is, added a twist to the name of his song by using the subtitle “I want to go Home.”

“Kuja Nyumbani” was first shared in 2022 on Hezron‘s “M.O.A.M. (Man On a Mission)” 17-track album. The decision to publish “Kuja Nyumbani” now is very timely, and it is reassuring to Black History enthusiasts, Pan-Africanists, etc., who have become concerned that the observance of Reggae Month in February has diminished the commemoration of the Black story, which is also done at this time of year.

Hezron is a deep thinker, skillful writer, and masterful vocalist. All three can be heard on this very strong, extremely powerful record. What’s more, in anticipation of the song being re-released to streaming platforms today, February 7th, 2025, Tad’s Record uploaded the official video to their YouTube channel a few days ago. The visual is just as compelling as the audio.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “KUJA NYUMBANI”

Veteran Guyanese Reggae Artist Winston Irie Shares His Faith In New Single “Unto Thee O’Lord”

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In the late 1970s, Winston Sumner, known publicly as Winston Irie, migrated from Guyana to Brooklyn, New York. Once in the U.S., he connected with like minded individuals and began sharing his love for music by way of live performances. His stint on the live circuit was followed by him recording and releasing various songs that have always, for the most part, been socially conscious or highly spiritual. His latest single, “Unto Thee O’Lord,” is arguably his most religious record to date; this is according to those who have heard it.

“Unto Thee O’Lord” is a reggae-ska tune that was produced by Bernard Joseph, who is affectionately referred to as IOBI, Derrick Barnett, and Winston Irie. It is literally a praise and worship track that highlights Winston‘s Ethiopian Orthodox faith. In fact, when asked what inspired the record, he said, “I was inspired by the Ethiopian Orthodox teachings of Psalms and Scriptures.”

Winston Irie has been actively involved in Apostolic Christianity for many years. He was drawn to this way of life by members of his family, teachings of the former Emperor of Ethiopia Haile Selassie I, Jamaican activist Marcus Mosiah Garvey, and Jamaican singer, songwriter, and guitarist Robert Nesta Marley.

“Unto Thee O’Lord” is a beautiful, melodious tune that can be streamed and downloaded on all major music platforms. It was shared on the 4/20 Records label.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “UNTO THEE O’LORD”

Gospel Celebration 2025

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Southeast Hope Assembly in Calgary, Alberta, continues to transform lives through Christ. They are inviting everyone to join them on Saturday, March 15, for ‘Gospel Celebration 2025,’ a praise and worship gathering on the church grounds.

It will be headlined by Marvia Providence, who will share the stage with the One Time Choir, Psalmist Rex Nwafe Jokwu, and Psalmist Roxann Gallimore Ivy. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

KOKA’s 75th Anniversary

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

KOKA, one of the longest broadcasting urban stations serving the Shreveport–Bossier City metropolitan area, will be celebrating their 75th anniversary on Monday, March 17, 2025. The festivities will be presented at Morning Star Baptist Church—5340 Jewella Avenue—in Shreveport.

An impressive list of artists and public figures will be on hand to support the network that has supported them. Confirmed are Byron Cage, Jokia, Martha Munizzi, Last Call, JaKalyn Carr, Semaje, Shelby 5, Lisa Knowles-Smith, and that is just to name a few. Get tickets here.

A Special Tribute To Walter Hawkins & The Love Alive Recordings

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Walter Lee Hawkins was such an influential figure in urban contemporary gospel music that even in 2025, many years after his passing, his message and work continue to have an impact. That said, there will be a ‘Special Tribute to Walter Hawkins & The Love Alive Recordings’ at Greater Imani Church (3824 Austin Peay Hwy) in Memphis, Tennessee, on Friday, March 28.

Pastor Shirley Caesar, Donnie McClurkin, Dorinda Clark-Cole, B. Slade, Lisa Knowles-Smith, Nakitta Foxx, Yolanda Marant, and Shontelle Norman-Beatty are all confirmed. Tickets are available on childrensing.net.

Get ‘Back To Love’ With Regina Belle & Freddie Jackson In The Bahamas

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Two rhythm-and-blues artists from the 1980s, Freddie Jackson and Regina Belle, will be headlining a concert called ‘Back to Love’ on Saturday, February 15, at The Amphitheatre (Nassau Cruise Port) in The Bahamas. This is an all-white event that is being presented by Alpha Sounds Promotion. Essence Band is also confirmed as the official supporting ensemble. Click here for tickets.