Mr. Vegas Expresses Optimism for 2025 With New Single

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Internationally renowned reggae and dancehall artist Mr. Vegas has commenced the new year by releasing his inspiring single, “Alive (Year 2025),” which became available on streaming platforms today, January 24, 2025, through MV Music. This track conveys a poignant message of gratitude, resilience, and optimism, encouraging listeners to embrace life and look towards the future with confidence.

“Alive (Year 2025)” masterfully combines Mr. Vegas’ distinctive dancehall style with an empowering theme, establishing it as an ideal anthem to inaugurate a hopeful year. He extends an invitation to his audience to adopt a mindset of perseverance and positivity, focusing on both personal and collective growth throughout 2025.

Since Mr. Vegas‘ breakthrough in 1997 with hits such as “Nike Air” and the subsequent success of “Heads High,” he has consistently maintained his stature within the industry. Over the years, he has continued to produce meticulously crafted singles, securing his position as one of the most reliable and sought-after figures in the reggae-dancehall genre. “Alive (Year 2025)” further cements his title as a hitmaker!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “ALIVE (YEAR 2025)”

Super Bowl Soulful Celebration 2025

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The live taping for the 26th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration will take place on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at the Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans, Louisiana, starting at 7:30 pm.

Bill Bellamy and Rocsi Diaz will host, with performances by Yolanda Adams, Lucky Daye, the Isley Brothers, Tori Kelly, Muni Long, Jonathan McReynolds, Big Freedia, Master P, Trombone Shorty, and the NFL Players Choir.

Additionally, Michael Strahan will be honored with the Lifetime of Inspiration Award, Cameron Jordan with the Community Award, and Jared Verse with the Rising Star Award. Click here for tickets.

New Visual From The King Will Come

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Fast-rising American multi-denominational worship collective The King Will Come continues to captivate us with their imaginative music style. Their latest is a refreshing, inspirational rap track called “Welcome,” released on January 12, 2025, with bars by Tamy Stevens and Oswin Benjamin.

They followed up a few days later, on the 17th, with the official video. If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Spend An Evening With PJ Morton In Nashville

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

At the end of November 2024, award-winning singer-songwriter PJ Morton released his memoir, Saturday Night, Sunday Morning. The book is about the pressure he felt to create his own sound while growing up in his father’s church performing gospel music.

Next month, on February 17th, Morton will be at the Fisher Center (Belmont University) in Nashville, Tennessee, where he will share some insights on the book and possibly perform. Click here for tickets.

DJR Unleash Global Chart (24/1/25)

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

#1. I Believe – Imar Shepherd & Sizzla – 24-7 Production

#2. Win Over – Prophecy – Benz Red Square Connections

#3. Just The Way You Are – Milton Blake –

#4. Warning – SIR (Da Love Philosyfa) – DJR Unleash Pro.

#5. Promise – Bugle – An9nted & Evidence Music

The above chart airs on Disc-Jock Redeem‘s Positive Vibrations radio show on Saturdays at 6:00 p.m. (CST) on BoBo 89.1 FM in the Cayman Islands, and is rebroadcast on One Harmony Radio in London, UK on Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. (CST), 10:00 p.m. (BST).

Montreux Jazz Festival Miami 2025

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

After a successful inaugural event, the Montreux Jazz Festival Miami will be back in full force on February 28th, March 1st, and March 2nd, 2025. This year, five-time Grammy Award-winning and Academy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and composer Jon Batiste is responsible for curating the entire programming.

That said, the lineup includes Jon Batiste, Chaka Khan, Janelle Monáe, WILLOW, Cimafunk, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Paquito D’Rivera, Alfredo Rodriguez, Pedrito Martinez, Ibrahim Maalouf, Robe L Ninho, Yissy Garcia, and Wampi. It will be staged at The Hangar in Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida.

George Nooks To Perform At Bourbon Beach Hotel In Negril On Feb. 1st

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

One of the first major events for Reggae Month 2025 is a George Nooks concert at the Bourbon Beach Hotel on Norman Manley Blvd. in Negril, Jamaica. Nooks will be joined by the Hiyah Grade and Roots Outlaw Bands as well as Prince J.

The event, which is being presented by Reggae Energy, will be held on Saturday, February 1st. It will start at 8 pm, and tickets on the day of the show will be US$30 or J$4,500.