Santa Cruz’s Popular Live Music Venue ‘Moe’s Alley’ Now Under New Management (@MoesAlleysc)

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Moe’s Alley – located in Santa Cruz, California – is one of the most sought after live venues for touring artists. The location welcomes all genre of music, from roots reggae to hardcore hip-hop and everything in between. Unfortunately, after what has been a very trying year for persons within the music industry, the owners have decided to sell the club.

The good news however, is that the new owners, Lisa and Brian, have committed to keeping the music alive. They are now renovating the venue and will make a formal announcement once they are ready to reopen.

Reggae Artist Talmigila Shares Lead Single From His New Album “Wake Up”

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

“Wake Up” is the new reggae single from Florida based roots singer Talmigila. The very confrontational song is the artist’s honest and frank opinion on the state of the world, specifically as it relates to the covid-19 pandemic.

He got the idea to do the record about a year ago when it became clear that the corona virus was rampant globally. Once he was able to truly digest the news and after much deliberation, Talmigila penned the words: ‘long time this world it need a shake up – all wickedness it need fi break up – and all who a sleep said a time fi wake up – some people dem need fi shape up’; which became the chorus for “Wake Up.”

The track was produced by Talmigila for his own Banjo Simmonds Production record label. He said the reason for doing this tune is ‘he would like people to pay more attention to what is going on in the world and in their surroundings.’

“Wake Up” is the first single on Talmigila‘s new album “Rise.”

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN & DOWNLOAD “WAKE UP”

Bounty Killer & Christopher Martin Join Forces To Promote Peace

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On a new dancehall single titled “No Gun A Rise,” veteran deejay Bounty Killer and international singer Christopher Martin delivers a strong message repudiating gun violence in Jamaica.

In recent days, the island has experienced back to back weekends of multiple murders so this record is very timely and well needed. Click here or on the image above to check out the visuals for “No Gun A Rise“ and remember to support positive music by liking, commenting and sharing.

Everton Blender To Do Virtual Concert On Feb. 21st

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

It has just been brought to our attention that veteran reggae artist Everton Blender will be doing a virtual concert on February 21st. He will be supported by DJ Vybz Wayne of Red Line International Sound.

This event will stream live on Facebook; and the organizers are collecting donations to go towards DR. Primary School in Maringo Estate (Nairobi, Kenya).

Gramps Morgan Shows-Off The Beauty Of “Runaway Bay” In New Video (@grampsmorgan)

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In mid September Gramps Morgan, a member of the Grammy winning reggae group Morgan Heritage, released a single titled “Runaway Bay.” On the ska record he laments on how much he misses and loves the town, which is located in the Parish of St. Ann on the charming island of Jamaica.

Fast forward to 2021 and we find Gramps doing a follow up release of that song – this time an acoustic version – as well as releasing the official video. Click here or on the image above to check out the visuals that so accurately captures the stunning beauty of “Runaway Bay.”

Beres Hammond, Freddie McGregor & Marcia Griffiths Will Receive A Young, Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Award (@ygbawards)

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Wednesday, February 24th, Beres Hammond, Freddie McGregor, Marcia Griffiths, Beenie Man and Machel Montano, will all receive a 2021 Young, Gifted and Black Entrepreneurial Award; and will also be inducted into the Caribbean Music Entertainment ICON Hall of Fame.

They were all voted for by members of the public who felt they were deserving of these honors. The Young, Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards, which is held annually in Black History Month, is designed for peer-to-peer acknowledgement of talent, ambition and achievements toward the “Continued Pursuit of Success.”

New Reggae Video From Teflon “Rude Boy” (@TEFLON_JA)

Posted on January 30, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

About a week ago reggae-dancehall singjay Teflon released the official video for “Rude Boy,” a groovy reggae song produced by Tad’s Records. Click here or on the image above to watch it, and remember to like, comment and share.