Premier Gospel Awards 2024

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Powered by Compassion UK, the 2024 Premier Gospel Awards will be presented on Saturday, September 21st at the Royal Festival Hall (Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road) in London, United Kingdom. It will start at 7:00 p.m. local time, and is expected to run for approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

This year’s hosts are David Gyasi, Cassandra Maria, and Ibe Giantkiller. And some of the acts that will be at the event are Victory Boyd, Rebecca Linton, Minister Taf, Kemi, Melodees of Heaven, and Clive Brown & Urban Sounds. Get additional information here.

Rajah Dalla Shares New Dancehall Single “It’s OK”

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Watzh You Frenz Records presents “It’s OK,” a new dancehall single penned and performed by independent recording artist and producer Rajah Dalla, who is also co-founder of the aforementioned imprint. “It’s OK” is a love song in which Rajah Dalla expresses his feelings for the lady in his life. It was released on September 1, 2024, and can be streamed and downloaded from all music platforms.

Checkout The Untold Story Of The Cimarons In The New Film “Harder Than The Rock”

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A lot of people may not know the story of British reggae band the Cimarons, despite the fact that they’ve been active since the late 1960s. Thankfully, a new documentary called “Harder Than The Rock,” which was directed by Mark Warmington, will change that.

As of October 3rd, 2024, it will be released in theaters across the UK with at least 40 confirmed screenings. For information on when and where to watch “Harder Than The Rock,” visit harderthantherock.com.

BroGee Annual White Affair Returns On Sept. 27th

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Radio personality and public figure Richard Gordon, more popularly known as BroGee, will resume the presentation of his annual White Affair and Birthday Celebration on Friday, September 27th, 2024. It will be held at the Woodbine Banquet & Convention Hall (30 Vice Regent Boulevard) in Toronto, Ontario.

This will be an evening filled with the best Caribbean gospel, jazz, inspirational, classical, and soul music. There will be performances by Donnette Thompson Hall, 2nd Chance, and Latoya HD. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Funk & Soul Music Legend Frankie Beverly Has Died

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, the music industry lost a gifted soul as it was reported that Frankie Beverly, founder of the legendary funk and soul band Maze, passed away. He was only 77 years young. The sad news was shared on social media by the Beverly Family. See the full post below.

“Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience. During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way. This period for is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honor the memory of our beloved Howard Stanley Beverly known to the world as Frankie Beverly.

He lived his life with pure soul as one would say, and for us, no one did it better. He lived for his music, family and friends.

Love one another as he would want that for us all.

Howard Stanley Beverly aka Frankie Beverly

12/6/46 – 9/10/24
The Beverly Family”

The Sterling Gospel Music Awards – Jamaica

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2024 staging of Jamaica’s Sterling Gospel Music Awards is set for Saturday, October 5th, at Emmanuel Apostolic Church (12 Slipe Road) in Kingston. It’s scheduled to start at 5:00 p.m. with a red carpet entrance and will end at 10:00 p.m. local time.

Confirmed presenters are Sherwin Gardner, Junior Tucker, Jodian Pantry, Genesis Praise Squad, Audia Spencer-Brown, and Gilead Collective. Early bird tickets are currently going for J$5000; it will be J$6000 at the gate.

CLICK HERE TO CAST YOUR VOTE

Reggae Recordings May No Longer Be Honored At The JUNO’s

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A lot of Canadian reggae artists and producers are very concerned after learning that the JUNO Awards, which is Canada’s equivalent to the Grammys held in the United States, are planning to eliminate the Reggae Recording category.

It should be noted that they’re also planning to remove three other categories: Children’s Album, Christian/Gospel Album, and International Album of the year. When asked why they have taken this position, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences says the decision is part of a “broader set of updates” yet to be announced.

Canada has a robust reggae industry filled with artists, producers, promoters, and others. Since 1985, the JUNO’s have recognized and honored Reggae Recordings.