Why We Are Reluctant To Post Events Scheduled For May & June Of This Year

Posted on April 12, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

We have been getting a lot of requests from event promoters, primarily in the United States, asking us to do a write up about their show that’s scheduled for early summer. The idea, we believe, is to get the word out to potential patrons, letting them know that the program is still on despite covid-19.

Normally we wouldn’t mind posting about such events, but when we see what is happening in parts of the U.S., it is hard to imagine that these shows will still go on uninterrupted.

As a company, we here at Maria Jackson Magazine are very careful to publish only accurate and authentic information. As such we are reluctant, at least for now, to post about any offline event set for May and early June.

Ice Cube Announces The Release Of Never Before Seen Live Performances (@icecube)

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A few days ago hip-hop legend Ice Cube sent out a newsletter to his fans and supporters announcing that he will be sharing new concert clips weekly throughout the quarantine period.

In order to get a front row seat to these shows persons are encouraged to subscribe to his YouTube channel, which is where the clips will be shared.

Brian McKnight Shares New Video “Nobody” (@ItsBMcKnight)

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

At the end of March, American soul singer, Brian McKnight, released the visuals for his new single “Nobody.” The song, which is dedicated to his wife who is also in the video, was published on the SoNo Recording Group label on March 13th.

Click here or on the image above to watch the video, and remember to like, comment and share.

Canadian Music Week Pushed Back To September (@CMW_Week)

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

2-Chainz The organizers of the annual Canadian Music Week has announced that the event has been postponed until September, 2020. It was initially scheduled to take place from May 19-23 in downtown Toronto. The new tentative dates are Sept. 8-13, 2020. See statement below.

“Due to the continuing spread of the novel COVID-19 virus we believe it is our social responsibility to postpone the upcoming Canadian Music Week 2020 Conference and Expo. In light of the recent growing number of event cancellations, Public Health Canada statements, and various provincial gathering bans, we concluded this was the right decision. The health and safety of our speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, visitors, and staff is our number one priority. We have managed to find an alternative date at a later time period at the same venue (Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel). The NEW dates for Canadian Music Week will be September 8–13, 2020.”

Here is the new CMW 2020 tentative schedule:

Monday Sept 7th – Labour Day Holiday
Tuesday Sept 8th – Load-in and travel day
Wednesday Sept 9th – Day 1 – Music Conference
Radio Conference + Radio and Audio Awards Luncheon
Thursday Sept 10th – Day 2 – Music Conference
Radio Conference and Music and Broadcast Awards Gala
Friday Sept 11th – Day 3 – Music Conference
September 8th – 13th – Music Festival

Trolls World Tour, Which Features Mary J. Blige, Will Be Available On April 10th

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Trolls World Tour, the 2020 American animated musical film, will be available (at home) on demand this Friday, April 10th.

The DreamWorks animation, which is a sequel to the 2016 film Trolls, has an all-star cast. The film stars: Mary J. Blige, Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, James Corden, Kunal Nayyar, Ozzy Osbourne, and Rachel Bloom.

Soul Music Legend Bill Withers Dead At 81

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

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81 year old American soul music legend, Bill Withers, passed away on March 30th, from heart complications. Withers was best known for his soulful hits: “Lean On Me,” Ain’t No Sunshine” and “Lovely Day.”

The songwriter and musician died in Los Angeles leaving everyone completely heartbroken. Ironically, his song “Lean On Me” has become an anthem for those on the front line of the corona virus pandemic.