Cellus Hamilton Shares 2nd Video From His Album “His Songbook For The Journey” (@CellusHamilton)

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Atlanta rapper Cellus Hamilton has just shared the second single from his album – His Songbook For The Journey – released in May of this year. The track, titled Mt. Zion, is a collaboration done with New York lyricist Trubl3.

All the songs on the record were created with authentic ancient instruments and tell detailed stories from Hamilton’s life. Mt. Zion was created using a ram’s horn; it captures the melody of an African landscape set in Old Testament times.

Click here or on the image above to check out the stunning visuals, which were directed by Paul Ashch.

The Upcoming Rock My Soul Festival Celebrates Achievements Of Black Female Artists

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Rock My Soul Festival celebrates both historical and present-day collaborations between supportive women artists. Curated by soprano Julia Bullock and featuring performances by Chaka Khan, Rhiannon Giddens, J’Nai Bridges, Meshell Ndegeocello and many more, Rock My Soul shines a light on the power of creative community.

Concerts will be staged at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, as well as The Ford Amphitheater and REDCAT between October 30 to November 22, 2022. Get additional information here.

Celebrate The 25th Anniversary of “The 18th Letter” With Rakim

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 18th Letter – which was released on November 4th in 1997 via Universal Records – is the debut solo album by one of the greatest MCs of all time: Rakim. It features production by DJ Clark Kent, Pete Rock, Father Shaheed, Nick Wiz and DJ Premier. The 18th Letter debuted at number four on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, and was certified Gold in America.

In honor of The 18th Letter‘s 25th anniversary, Rakim will be doing a ten-city tour starting on October 15th. See full schedule below.

Oct. 15
Charleston, SC
Jenkins Institute

Oct. 27
Manhattan, NY
S.O.B.’s

Oct. 28
Cleveland, OH
House of Blues Cleveland

Oct. 29
Rochester, NY
Water Street Music Hall

Nov. 3
Harrisburg, PA
XL Live

Nov. 4
Baltimore, MD
Rams Head Live!

Nov. 5
Norfolk, VA
The Norva

Nov. 18
New Haven, CT
College Street Music Hall

Nov. 19
Newark, NJ
New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Caribbean Culture Fest 2022 Is This Weekend In Miramar, FL

Posted on October 9, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Organizers of the 2022 Caribbean Culture Fest are busy making their final preparations for the big event this weekend. The two-day festival, centered around Afro-Caribbean culture, will take place on October 15th and 16th at Miramar Regional Park in Miramar, Florida.

This is an all ages, family affair, that will have several performing artists of Caribbean and African descent. Featured artists include: Destra Garcia, Mr. Killa, Pheelz, Kenny Haiti, Nu Look and many more. Get tickets here.

Spend An Evening of Elegance With Beres Hammond, Dean Fraser, Monty Alexander & Brooke Alford

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jammins Events will host four performers who are at the very top of their field – Beres Hammond (vocalist), Monty Alexander (pianist), Dean Fraser (saxophonist) and Brooke Alford (violinist) – for an Evening of Elegance at the NYCB Theatre at Westbury, located at 960 Brush Hollow Road in Westbury, New York.

The up close and personal performances will take place on Saturday, October 29th, starting at 8pm. Tickets are available on livenation-dot-com; and proceeds from this event will be donated to the AFUWI Scholarship Fund.

Rakim Will Perform At The Upcoming Sneaker Party In Atlanta

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

I Know You Got Sole sneaker party, presented by James Evans and Just Brunch Breakfast Bar, goes down on October 16th from 4 to 10pm at Republic Lounge – 990 Brady Avenue – in Atlanta, Georgia.

Legendary MC Rakim will perform live, with support from DJ Flemingo and DJ Mars; while the one and only Ed Lover will hold down hosting duties. Get additional information here.

Ginuwine On The Lineup For The 9th Annual Throwback Sizzling Jam

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Greater Educational Milestones (GEMs) will present the 9th Annual Throwback Sizzling Jam with performances by Dru Hill, Ginuwine, Silk, Changing Faces and Syleena Johnson. It will be hosted by funny man Scruncho on Friday, October 21 at The Amp (Craig Ranch) – 628 Craig Ranch Road – in North Las Vegas, Nevada.

Tickets for this event start at $65 for general admission, and can go up to $95 based on seating. Proceeds will benefit the Greater Educational Milestones’ scholarship program. Get tickets here.