Killer Mike Will Host “Live To The Beat” On Feb. 25th

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Rock The Bells is partnering with the CDC Foundation to produce Live To The Beat, a pop-up event that merges health and wellness with hip-hop culture. The objective is to create an experience that helps to provide simple and accessible ways for members of the black community to take care of their hearts and lower the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), all while having a great time!

Killer Mike will be hosting the event alongside Big Tigger, who will be on the turntables keeping everyone moving. Toya Johnson and Lauren Williams will be leading workout and hip-hop yoga classes. And the amazing Chef Za from Zaza’s Kitchen will be providing an onsite food demo with small bites!

There will be various activities to participate in. RSVP here.

Catch Anthony Hamilton & K Michelle At The Lyric Loung In Baltimore Next Week (@lyricbaltimore)

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, February 24th, both Anthony Hamilton and K Michelle will be live in concert at The Lyric Lounge – 140 West Mt. Royal Avenue – in Baltimore, Maryland. Both performers will be supported by DJ Quick Silva and host Persia Nicole.

Starting time is 8pm, and tickets are available on the venue’s website.

Talib Kweli Drops 1st Single From His Forthcoming Album ‘Liberation 2’

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

One of the hardest working men in hip-hop – Talib Kweli – is at it again. He just released the lead single from Liberation 2, his upcoming LP with Madlib. The track, titled After These Messages, is a collaboration with emerging MC Amani, who is also Kweli‘s son.

Liberation 2, which will be released in March of this year is a follow up to Liberation, Talib and Madlib‘s first collaborative album. Click here or on the image above to check out the official video for After These Messages.

Nneka Announces EU & UK Tour Dates

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Nigerian singer-songwriter Nneka has announced dates and locations for her upcoming tour. Centered in Europe, with one stop in England, the tour will see the politically charged lyricist heading out on the road in early March. All confirmed shows are listed below.

Mar 08
Tama, Poznan, Poland

Mar 09
Stary Maneż, Gdansk, Poland

Mar 10
Praga Centrum, Warsaw, Poland

Mar 12
Palác Akropolis, Prague, Czech Republic

Mar 14
Fabrik, Hamburg, Germany

Mar 15
Faust, Hannover, Germany

Mar 16
Gretchen, Berlin, Germany

Mar 18
Alte Feuerwache, Mannheim, Germany

Mar 19
Ampere, Munich, Germany

Mar 21
Salzhaus, Winterthur, Switzerland

Mar 22
Kulturkirche, Cologne, Germany

Mar 24
De Roma, Borgerhout, Belgium

Mar 25
Melkweg, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Mar 26
Islington Assembly Hall, London, UK

Macy Gray Will Be At The Bergen Performing Arts Center This Friday!

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

R&B and soul singer Macy Gray will be live in concert at the Bergen Performing Arts Center – 30 N. Van Brunt Street – in Englewood, New Jersey, this Friday, February 10th. Showtime is 8pm, and tickets can be purchased on ticketmaster-dot-com.

DLO3 Will Be At The Lodge Room On Feb. 22nd (@dlo3music)

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

American soul-jazz group Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, also known as DLO3, will perform at the Lodge Room – 104 N Ave 56 2nd floor – in Los Angeles, California, on Wednesday, February 22nd.

The event, which is being presented by Artsdontsleep, is a part of the Jazz is Dead series. This is an all ages show that’s scheduled to begin at 7pm. General admission is only $20.

Tickets To John Legend’s Wolf Trap Shows Go On Sale On Feb. 17th

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, June 2nd and Saturday, June 3rd, singer, songwriter, pianist, and record producer, John Legend, will perform at Wolf Trap (Filene Center) in Vienna, Virginia. Because of his EGOT status – winner of at least one Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award – it goes without saying that tickets for these shows will sell fast.

That being said, Wolf Trap has announced that they will go on sale on Friday, February 17th at 10am. Additional information and access to passes are available on their website.