Barbados Jazz Excursion & Golf Weekend

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Escape to Barbados for the Jazz Excursion & Golf Weekend on October 12th through 15th at the newly renovated Sam Lord’s Castle – A Wyndham Grand Resort. The organizers are promising that this will be the Caribbean’s most sizzling getaway!

You will be treated to the incredible talents of Regina Belle, Peabo Bryson, Chris Spencer, celebrity DJ Flex Alexander, and an impressive lineup of artists and golf celebrities, including New York Knick’s John Starks. Visit their website for additional information, and to reserve your spot.

Junior Kelly, Richie Spice, Queen Ifrica & More For Reggae Fest In Philly

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2023 Philadelphia International Reggae Festival is set for Saturday, September 2nd at the Taj Mahal Philly Event Center, which is located at 2613 Hunting Park Avenue.

It’s scheduled to start at 9pm (local time), and will feature performances by Richie Spice, Junior Kelly, Queen Ifrica, Da Wolf, and several other reggae acts. Tickets can be purchased from eventbrite.

Black Pumas Shares Lead Single From Their Upcoming Album

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

American soul band Black Pumas has just released the lead single from their upcoming album – Chronicles of a Diamond – which will be released on October 27th.

The track, titled More Than A Love Song, and its official video, are out now on all music platforms. Click here or on the image above to check out the visuals, and remember to like, comment and share.

New Medley Video From Oshane Mais

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Emerging gospel artist Oshane Mais has just shared his first official music video. It’s for Rock Medley, and it features one of the most powerful voices in Jamaica’s gospel music, Petra Kaye.

The visuals were uploaded to Oshane‘s YouTube channel on Friday, August 18. 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.

Jon Batiste’s New Album “World Music Radio” Is Out Now

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter, composer and bandleader, Jon Batiste, is back with a new twenty-one track LP called World Music Radio. Released on August 18th via Verve Label Group – a division of UMG Recordings Inc. – the album is a conglomerate of genres.

As diverse as the sounds are on this record, so too are the artists that are featured. There are collaborations with JID, Native Soul, Kenny G, Lil Wayne, Leigh-Anne, Heroes, Michael Batiste, Jon Bellion, Fireboy DML, Rita Payés, NewJeans and Camilo.

Wormbass Shares Visuals For His Single “Liberation”

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Veteran bass player and recording artist Wormbass has just released the official video for his song Liberation. The clip, which is being described as both striking and stunning, was directed by the Jamaica based film crew, Inkaz Studioz. Under the direction of Wormbass, they created visuals that perfectly captures the essence of the song, and is indeed liberating to watch (pun intended).

Liberation is one of six tracks featured on the Survive Riddim published in late March by Blakkwuman22 Music. The EP also features reggae legend Mikey General, vocalist Earl Smith Jr. – who is the son of famed guitarist Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith – and lyricist, songwriter and producer Karamanti, who is also the CEO and owner of Blakkwuman22 Music.

The video for Liberation can be viewed on Wormbass‘ YouTube channel, while the Survive Riddim can be streamed and downloaded from iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and all other music platforms.

CLICK HERE TO STREAM & DOWNLOAD “SURVIVE RIDDIM”

Feel The “Wrath” Of Samory I, Kabaka Pyramid & Capleton

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

One of the most unique roots vocalist out of Jamaica, Samory I, has joined forces with two militant musical soldiers – Kabaka Pyramid and Capleton – for his new single, Wrath.

Released on August 18th via Easy Star Records, under license from Overstand Entertainment, the track seems to be centered around the inexplicable anger of our youths, and the unfortunate ways they’re dealing with it.

Click here or on the image above to check out Wrath‘s official video, and remember to like, comment and share.