Anthony Hamilton, Kenny Lattimore & Others Confirmed For The 30th ‘Divas Simply Singing’ Telethon (@thesherylralph)

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

‘Divas Simply Singing‘ is one of the longest running annual HIV/AIDS benefit event held in the Los Angeles area. It was created by Sheryl Lee Ralph, who has lost a few friends to the virus.

The 30th annual ‘Divas Simply Singing,’ which is scheduled for December 5th, will broadcast on KTLA 5 News at 7:00 PM PT and will stream live online via divassimplysinging dot com. Some of the confirmed performers include: Jenifer Lewis, Leslie Odom, Stephanie Mills,Lalah Hathaway, Kenny Lattimore, Anthony Hamilton, The Clark Sisters,Oleta Adam, Thelma Houston, Jody Watley, Alex Newell, Gloria Gaynor and others.

Salaam Remi’s New Album “Black On Purpose” Is Out Now! (@SaLaAMReMi)

Posted on November 12, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

American producer Salaam Remi has released a seventeen-track (17) album titled “Black On Purpose.” The project is literally a melting pot of black musical sounds: hip-hop, funk, soul, dancehall etc.

As Salaam Remi is known for his association with some of biggest names in the music industry, the album features the who is who in urban music, namely: CeeLo Green, Black Thought, Common, Chronixx, Super Cat, Bilal, and that is just to name a few.

Click here to check out “Black On Purpose” via your preferred music platform.

Jill Scott Announces New Podcast (@missjillscott)

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In a newsletter sent out on November 11th, R&B singer Jill Scott told her subscribers that she will be partnering with iHeart Media for a new weekly podcast called “J.Ill.”

The show, which will be centered around everything that comes with surviving and thriving as a Black woman in today’s world, will be done with Laiya Stclair and Aja Graydon. The first episode will air on November 18th and will continue every Wednesday there after.

For additional information visit: MissJillScott dot com.

Registration Now Open For SXSW 2021 (@sxsw)

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

SXSW will be done virtually in 2021! That being said, the organizers are now accepting registration via sxsw dot com.

This event will feature: keynote speakers, conference sessions, music festival showcases, film festival screenings, worldwide networking, digital meetups and mentoring workshops; and this will all be taking place in an online setting.

For SXSW Online, one all-inclusive pass will cover the entire event, allowing attendees to take in programming and connect with others across the many industries that SXSW serves.

Nomcebo Zikode May Have Another Global Hit On Her Hands (@NomceboXola @OpenMicProdSA)

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Nomcebo Zikode, the singer that gave us the biggest song in 2020, “Jerusalema,” may have another global hit on her hands. “Xola Moya Wam,” which means ‘Sorry My Soul‘ in English, is her current single. It’s on her new album, with the same name, and it also features Master KG.

Click here to check out the official video for the song and remember to like, comment and share.

Whitney Houston & The Notorious B.I.G. Are Among The Newest Inductees Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

It’s official, The Notorious B.I.G. and Whitney Houston have been inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

The ceremony, which was broadcast on HBO on November 7th, 2020, featured guest appearances from: Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jennifer Hudson, Iggy Pop, Alicia Keys, Adam Levine, Chris Martin, Bruce Springsteen, Gwen Stefani, Charlize Theron, Nancy Wilson and a host of others. They all highlighted the importance and influence of the 2020 Inductees.

“Jerusalema” Did Not Need A Remix! (@NomceboXola @MasterKGsa)

Posted on November 9, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

No one can dispute the fact that “Jerusalema,” performed by South African singer and songwriter Nomcebo Zikode and produced by Master KG, is the biggest song for 2020. It has gotten, and continues to get, heavy rotation on all traditional and digital music platforms globally ever since it came out at the end of 2019.

After the massive success of the original version, Master KG invited popular Nigerian artist Burna Boy to join them on the remix. Although Burna Boy is a musical force this remix was not necessary as it did not add anything new to the record. The initial release was so powerful and captivating that any remake of it would have to go over and above, and this one just did not.

Check out both mixes for yourself and form your own opinion: Original vs. Remix.