New Edition, Lauryn Hill & Others Recognized As Trailblazers In The Industry

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame (BMEWOF) held their second induction ceremony for Black entertainers and trailblazers in downtown Atlanta in mid February.

They have inducted the following entertainers to the walk of fame: Donald Lawrence (Gospel Male), Yolanda Adams (Gospel Female), Bebe and Cece Winans (Gospel Group), Snoop Dogg (Hip Hop Male), Ms. Lauryn Hill (Hip Hop Female), New Edition (Mainstream Male Group), Mary J. Blige (Mainstream Female) and Tyler Perry (Mainstream Mogul).

All the aforementioned were honored with the unveiling of their plaques along the sidewalk on Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in front of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Have You Seen KB & Nobigdyl’s Video For Their Mega Hit “King Jesus” (@nobigdyl @KB_HGA)

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

At the beginning of February hip-hop artists KB and Nobigdyl got together and dropped a dope single called King Jesus. The song, which is on the Provident Label Group (a division of Sony Music) immediately began getting heavy rotation.

They ended the month by releasing the official video, which is just as hard as the song itself. If you have not yet seen it, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Clinton Fearon Will Join Ron Artis II On The Honolulu Guitar Festival

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

As a confirmed act on the Honolulu Guitar Festival, singer-songwriter Ron Artis II will perform songs from his recently released album, “Purpose.” The show will also feature other elite guitarist: Eric Gales, Dan ‘Lebo’ Lebowitz and veteran Jamaican performer Clinton Fearon.

Honolulu Guitar Festival will take place on Saturday, April 30th at the Hawaii Theatre – 1130 Bethel Street – in Honolulu. Tickets and additional information are available here.

Trip Lee’s “The End” Is Out Now! (@TripLee @reachrecords)

Posted on March 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The long awaited album from Texas MC Trip Lee is finally here. Reach Records dropped the fifteen-track gospel-rap record, titled The End, on Friday, March 4th, 2022.

Trip Lee, who is also an author and preacher had stepped away from music for a while; however, this project is proof positive that he is 100% back. Click here to stream and download The End from your preferred music platform.

KRS-One Takes Us Back In Time With “Can You Dance” (@IAmKRSOne)

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The hip-hop teacher KRS-One just shared another video from his new album “I M A M C R U 1 2.” In the visuals for Can you Dance Kris takes us back in time by going over some of the popular hip-hop dance moves from the 80s and early 90s.

The very entertaining clip was directed by Ankh-Cestor Films. In addition to a bunch of dancers doing their thing, there was also a cameo appearance by the human beat box Doug E Fresh. Check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Watch The Official Video For Queen Naija & Big Sean’s “Hate Our Love”

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

At the beginning of February Capitol Records released Hate Our Love, a R&B tune performed by Queen Naija and Big Sean. As soon as it came out the song became an instant hit that continues to receive heavy radio rotation worldwide.

The official video followed in mid February, and has so far racked up over three million views. If you have not yet seen it, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Lupe Fiasco To Perform Live In The UK After Ten-Year Hiatus (@LupeFiasco)

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Hip-hop star Lupe Fiasco will make his long awaited return to the UK, performing live for the first time in 10 years!

He has three confirmed shows: O2 Academy in Bristol on March 3rd, O2 Forum Kentish Town in London on March 4th and O2 Ritz in Manchester on March 6th.

He will be joined by UK legend, Lowkey. Get additional info here.