Mr Eazi Shares First Single & Video From His Debut Album

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Afro star Mr Eazi has just shared Legalize, the first single from his forthcoming debut album, and one of his most personal tracks to date.

Produced by an international team of Michael Brun (Haiti/USA), E Kelly (Nigeria) and Nonso Amadi (Nigeria/Canada), Legalize and its accompanying video, celebrate Eazi’s love for his fiancée, the Nigerian actress Temi Otedola. The couple were engaged in April when Mr Eazi proposed while shooting the video in Venice, Italy.

That city’s famously romantic canals, bridges and architectural gems form the backdrop of the luxe Legalize video, directed by Italy’s Federico Mazzarisi. Notable landmarks used in the making of the clip include the Ca’ Sagredo Hotel and the Punta Della Dogana and Palazzo Grimani museums.

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K. Michelle, Eric Bellinger Confirmed For “The Feel Mo’Betta R&B Block Party”

Posted on June 11, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Saturday, June 18th from 11am to 6pm, thousands will gather to commemorate Juneteenth at 1330 Fillmore Street in San Francisco’s historic Fillmore District!

The Feel Mo’Betta R&B Block Party will star soul singers Pleasure P, K Michelle, Eric Bellinger, Keith Washington and many more. Although this is a free event, the organizers would still like guests to RSVP.

Watch Trip Lee’s “The End” Director’s Cut (@TripLee)

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Trip Lee has just uploaded the director’s cut for three videos from his latest album, The End. The ten-minute video, presented as a medley, is for: Supernatural, Stone and Right Out The Gate.

According to his team, the visuals were designed to tell the story of Trip Lee‘s long anticipated comeback, his journey, and the intention behind each project.

If you have not yet seen the clip, check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.

Davido’s ‘We Rise By Lifting Others Tour’ Kicks Off In Brooklyn On June 16

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Nigerian pop star Davido will be kicking off his ‘We Rise By Lifting Others Tour’ on Thursday, June 16 at Lena Horne Bandshell – 9th Street & Prospect Park West – in Brooklyn, New York. This is a ticketed benefit concert to support BRIC’s free programming.

The tour will continue on June 16th at HISTORY in Toronto, then on the 17th at Boston’s House of Blues. On the 23rd he will head to Chicago at the Aragon Ballroom, before wrapping up on the 25th at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles.

Digable Planets Has Back-To-Back Dates At The Lodge Room This Month (@digableplanets)

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Digable Planets, the trio known for their significant contribution to both jazz-rap and alternative hip-hop, will be playing at the Lodge Room on Tuesday, June 28th and Wednesday, June 29th.

On Tuesday they have two shows: one at 8pm and a later set at 11pm. The earlier show is already sold out, with tickets going fast for the others. The independent live music venue – Lodge Room – is located at 104 North Avenue 56 2nd floor, in Los Angeles, California.

Ne-Yo, Brandy, Jadakiss & More For “Club Quarantine – LA”

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

D-Nice‘s Club Quarantine Tour will stop in Los Angeles at the Crypto dotcom arena on Saturday, June 25th. This edition will feature a mix of hip-hop, RnB, gospel, pop and Caribbean music.

Confirmed performers are Ne-Yo, Brandy, Nelly, Jadakiss, Mary Mary, Machel Montano, El Debarge, Lil’Mo, and that is just to name a few. It will be hosted by Kenny Burns. Get more info here.

Celebrate Juneteenth With Anthony Hamilton, The Roots & Other Black Celebrities

Posted on June 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Live Nation Urban, in collaboration with LA Phil, present Juneteenth – A Global Celebration for Freedom. The festivities will take place on Sunday, June 19th at Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California.

Juneteenth is the observation of the end of slavery in the United States and as such, the event will feature several top-tier black entertainers. Anthony Hamilton, Earth, Wind & Fire, Michelle Williams, The Roots, Robert Glasper and Killer Mike are just some of the public figures that will be in attendance.

The show will broadcast exclusively on all CNN platforms, starting at 8pm ET. That said, persons planning to be at the event can get tickets directly from Hollywood Bowl’s website.