Macka B To Headline The 2022 Seasplash Festival (@mackab)

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

This year is the 20th edition of the Seasplash Festival, one of the longest-running independent festivals in Croatia. To mark the occasion, they have booked Macka B – Jamaican reggae artist, performer and activist with a career spanning thirty years – as one of the main headliners.

Although Macka B is regarded as one of Britain’s most influential dancehall DJs, patrons will be treated to various musical styles: reggae, dub, drum & bass, dancehall, jungle, ska and electronic music.

The three-day Seasplash Festival kicks off on July 14th and runs until the 17th in the beautiful city of Martinska near Šibenik (Croatia). Get tickets and additional information here.

Chezidek Partners With Little Lion Sound On New Single “Champion”

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

At the end of May Rastafarian singer Chezidek joined forces with Little Lion Sound for the dubplate-style single, Champion. A few days after the audio went live on streaming platforms, the official video was release.

The visuals, which were captured in both Geneva and Jamaica, can be viewed on Evidence Music’s YouTube channel.

The Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival Will Feature Tarrus Riley, Gyptian & Others

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Rain or shine, the Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival goes down at Bayfront Festival Park at 5th Avenue West and Railroad Street in Duluth, Minnesota on July 16, 2022.

The celebration of world music will feature a wide array of artists, including Afro B, Gyptian, Tarrus Riley, Ce’Cile, and others. Additional music will be provided by Carolyne Naomi, Indika, Sound of Fujun and Nerry. Get tickets here.

Dancehall Legend Yellowman Booked For Shank Hall In Milwaukee

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Next month the original dancehall king, Yellowman, will be performing at Shank Hall – 1434 North Farwell Ave – in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His supporting music will be provided by the one and only Sagittarius Band.

Date and time is Wednesday, July 6th at 8pm. This is a twenty-one and older event, with a general admission fee of $20 USD. Get tickets here.

Linval Thompson Sings For The Poor “Help Them Jah Jah” (@bigfeetrecords)

Posted on June 11, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Big Feet Records is sharing its latest single – Help Them Jah Jah, performed by veteran reggae singer/producer, Linval Thompson.

The well-timed release is now available on all streaming platforms. It is considered timely because of its lyrical content, which is basically a plea made on behalf of the poor and downtrodden. On the record, Linval works as an intercessor, singing: “help them Jah Jah come help them now, don’t let them suffer no more.”

The entire team at Big Feet Records is confident that the song will resonate with listeners, especially taking into consideration the current state of the global economy. Food prices have increased, the cost of oil continues to go up, and as is always the case, it is the poor that are most impacted.

Message aside, Help Them Jah Jah is a soothing, melodious reggae song. Linval Thompson‘s lead vocals were harmonized by veteran backing vocalist Nikki Burt. The label’s CEO and owner, Josh Harris – who is also an accomplished musician – played both bass and keyboard. Drums were done by Santa Davis, while Jallanzo added the guitar. The mixing engineer was Umberto Echo and it was mastered by Earle Holder.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “HELP THEM JAH JAH”

Clinton Fearon Will Play At The Star Theatre In Portland On June 17 (@clintonfearon)

Posted on June 11, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae singer/guitarist Clinton Fearon will be heading back to Portland on Friday, June 17th. He will be playing at The Star Theatre, which is located at 13 NW 6th Avenue (Portland, Oregon).

Fearon will be supported by his own Boogie Brown Band; with Collection of Lone Souljahs (Coloso) opening the show. Get additional info and tickets here.

Lovers Leap Launches ‘Lighthouse Series’ With Romain Virgo (@RealRomainVirgo)

Posted on June 11, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Lovers Leap – a romantic lounge and restaurant located in Lower Southfield, St. Elizabeth – is launching a new series called Lighthouse. It kicks off on Saturday, July 2nd with an up-close and personal performance from Romain Virgo.

The lovers-rock specialist is expected to do his hits: I Am Rich In Love, Taking You Home, Star Across The Sky, Soul Provider and all the others. General admission is $3,500 JMD.