Warrior King’s 2017 Summer Tour (@Warriorking9)

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Warrior King

Warrior King is returning from a spectacular, sold out performance at the Afro-Phingstein Festival in Winterthur, Switzerland.

The Rootz Warrior artiste will be on tour this summer with dates in Europe which include Reggae Jam, Reggae in Wulf, LB27 and Island Vibes Festival in July. He also has dates on the West Coast which include Reggae on the River in August, with more to be announced soon.

Warrior King released his latest album, “The Rootz Warrior” in April 2016. Another project he’s currently promoting is a Reggae / Hip-Hop collaboration with Bermudian duo Ill-Logical Linguistics.

Anyone wanting to work with Warrior King should contact The Rootz Warrior Productions office at 1(876)834-2889 / 1(401)660-5306 or via email at: rootzwarriormusic@gmail.com

New Reggae Video: Sophia Brown – Love Zone (@sophiabrownsb)

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae singer Sophia Brown who has used her stirring voice to mesmerize fans over the years is turning up the heat with her sizzling new single ‘Love Zone.’

The seductive song and video which is laced with sexual innuendos is sure to set hearts palpitating. While she did not court controversy, as Ishawna did in her controversial ‘Equal Rights’ song, Brown definitely sexed it up with what is easily her most provocative song to date.

Brown makes her intention clear in the opening salvo of ‘Love Zone’ declaring, “Ma body been calling. A you me been wanting. Something have fe happen. Me nah wait too long. I am in my love zone. Tell me when yuh coming along. I got sex on my mind.”

‘Love Zone’ is the second single from the soon to be released album ‘Change’ that includes the previously released lead single ‘Only Jamaica.’ The video for Love Zone was recently shot at a guest house in Kingston. It will be edited and serviced to cable channels later this month.

The video shoot for ‘Love Zone’ was directed by 13th Tribe Productions; styling done by Raquel Gooden, Fenton Simpson, Denique Green with makeup by Dana ‘Gail’ Williams.

‘Change’ was released on May 26 on the Musicmecka Record label and is being distributed by Zojak World Wide. A launch party was also held on May 24 at the Kingston 11 Bar & Grill in Kingston. The album was produced by Bucktown Productions, Kool Runningz & Indie Roots from Canada; Cabba Sounds Productions and Sophia Brown.

Click here or on image above to watch video.

Busy Signal Confirmed for Groovin’ In The Park 2017 – June 25, Queens, NY (@busysignal_turf)

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

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Swirling rumors that Jamaican dancehall heart throb Busy Signal, born Glendale Gordon had his US work permit reinstated and is traveling to New York to perform at Groovin’ In The Park, is triggering a rare media frenzy in entertainment circles. As it happens, Groovin Inc founder & CEO Chris Roberts is confirming that the rumors are true and Busy Signal will in fact be delivering his first official performance on US soil at the premier reggae and R&B sizzler on Sunday June 25 at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, NY.

Joining Busy at Groovin’ In The Park will be R&B hit maker R Kelly who will deliver his first outdoor performance in NYC in almost a decade. Groovin’ In The Park will also feature reggae /rocksteady icons Freddie McGregor, Ken Boothe, U Roy and Leroy Sibbles with Lloyd Parks and We The People Band supported by an orchestra with the sweet sounds of violins, violas, cellos and a harp, plus the Lenox Hill Rd Baptist choir. The 17-man orchestral ensemble will be directed by Michael ‘Ibo’ Cooper, former member of the critically acclaimed Third World band and music educator/ lecturer at the Edna Manley School of the Visual and Performing Arts in Kingston, Jamaica. Tarrus Riley, one of the most accomplished of the second generation of Jamaica roots reggae singers, is also confirmed as a performer.

Jah Cure delivers the new video for ‘Telephone Love’ (@TheRealJahCure)

Posted on June 4, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Shot in the tropical island of Antigua, ‘Telephone Love’ is the first new single since his Grammy nominated and critically acclaimed album “The Cure.”

Directed by Justin “Jus Bus” Nation and Anderson “ATA” Andrew, the stunning visual includes drone shots of the lush Antiguan landscape while Jah Cure rides the open roads with his lady interest and an antique telephone in hand. Without taking himself too seriously, he playfully dances in front of a classic British red telephone booth while singing along to the smooth melodic rhythm that the song remits.

Click here or on the image above to watch the video.

Reggae Singer, Richie Stephens, To Be Honored At The 30th Annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul (R&B) Music Awards

Posted on June 3, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

After being honored with a Pop award recently at the 34th annual ASCAP Pop Music Awards in Hollywood, singer Richie Stephens got more good news that he will be honored at 30th annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul (R&B) Music Awards on Thursday, June 22nd at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA. The award is for his contribution to Rhianna’s ‘Work,’ which was among the top ASCAP songs on the 2016 year-end charts.

Prior to departing for Los Angeles for the Rhythm & Soul (R&B) Music Awards, Stephens will make a brief stop in New York on Friday, June 16 to launch his new Steely & Clevie produced album titled ‘Luv-A-Dub Style’ at the Milk River Restaurant in Brooklyn. Joining Stephens at the launch will be Ed Robinson; DJ Sister Nancy who is featured on one track; Platinum Kids, DJ Roy and Dub Master Chris from Irie Jam Radio. The 14 track disc, which is being distributed by VP Record, contain songs like ‘Feel Good All Over;’ ‘All Night Long’ featuring U Brown; ‘Love Her Up’ with Sister Nancy; ‘Come Back To Bed’ and ‘Rain From The Sky.’

Chronixx Joins Nas & Ms Lauryn Hill On North American Tour (@ChronixxMusic)

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Hip-hop artist Nas and RnB singer Lauryn Hill recently announced a joint tour slated for this Fall. The first show will be on September 7th in Chicago, after which, the tour will then criss-cross the country before wrapping up in Vancouver, Canada on October 11th.

Roots reggae singer Chronixx will serve as the opener for 11 of the 17 shows, while comedian Hannibal Buress will warm up the crowd at the other six gigs.

TOUR DATES & LOCATIONS:

* Thu, Sep 7, Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island Chicago

* Fri, Sep 8, Freedom Hill Amphitheatre Sterling Heights, MI

* Sun, Sep 10, Budweiser StageToronto, ON

* Tue, Sep 12, Blue Hills Bank Pavilion Boston, MA

* Thu, Sep 14, BB&T Pavilion Camden, NJ

* Fri, Sep 15, Jiffy Lube Live Bristow, VA

* Wed, Sep 20, Red Hat Amphitheatre. Raleigh, NC

* Fri, Sep 22, Bayfront Park Ampitheatre. Miami, FL

* Sat, Sep 23, Daily’s Place Jacksonville, FL

* Wed, Sep 27, Smart Financial Centre at Sugar LandSugar Land, TX

* Thu, Sep 28, Irving Music Factory Irving, TX

* Sat, Sep 30, Austin 360 Amphitheater Austin, TX

* Tue, Oct 3, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater San Diego, CA

* Thu, Oct 5, Hollywood Bowl Los Angeles, CA

* Sat, Oct 7, Shoreline Amphitheatre Mountain View, CA

* Mon, Oct 9, WaMu Theater Seattle, WA

* Wed, Oct 11, Pacific Coliseum Hastings Park, BC Canada

Oliver Samuels, Anthony Malvo, Johnny P & Tiger Head To Lithonia, GA. For Father’s Day (@mikeysparkle @amalvo)

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

From Left: Anthony Malvo, Johnny P, Tiger & Oliver Samuels

Mikey Sparkle Production presents the 4th Annual Father’s Day Family Fun Day at Lithonia Prk (2515 Park Drive) in Lithonia, Georgia on Sunday, June 18th.

This year’s event will see some of Jamaica’s most respected entertainers, namely: Oliver Samuels (comedian), Anthony Malvo, Johnny P and Tiger (all veteran recording artists in their own right) gracing the stage. Music will be provided by several local DJs/selectors.

In addition to the musical entertainment, there will also be: face painting, bounce-a-bout, jump rope and lots more, aimed at keeping the kids and young peopled engaged.

For additional information, such as start time, ticket locations etc. persons are being asked to call 770-895-8549.