Marcia Griffiths signs with Donsome Booking Agency (@RIDDIMDONMEDIA)

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Veteran reggae songstress Marcia Griffiths recently signed an exclusive booking deal with the New York based Donsome Booking Agency.

The company which has secured bookings for many local and international artistes, is well known throughout the music industry for its professionalism and commitment to its clients.

In a media release, Marcia who was a part of Bob Marley’s backing vocal trio The I-Threes and who recently celebrate 54 years in the music industry, explained why she chose to work with the agency.

‘Donsome Booking Agency is well known in the music fraternity for their meticulous work and how they collaborate with their artistes and guide them in a professional manner to elevate their musical career. So, because of their track record I decided to acquire their services to represent me,’ said Griffiths.

The booking agency is headed by Adrian ‘Donsome’ Hanson. Griffiths is confident that her association with the company will elevate and enhance her career.

She spoke about new projects that her fans can look forward to.

‘Presently I am in the studio preparing and recording my new single that will be released in a few weeks, so my fans, can look out for it,’ said Griffiths whose latest single Too Good at Goodbyes is currently riding the South Florida and Foundation Radio Network Reggae charts.

Hanson who is ecstatic about working with Griffiths, shared some of his plans for her career.

‘The plan is to take the Queen of Reggae to the zenith path of her musical career and rejuvenate and expand her fan base across the world, so her faithful fans will once again have the opportunity to see her on tour in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, North America and the Caribbean.’

Lt. Stitchie Will Be A Guest On Jamaica’s #1 Entertainment TV Show, Onstage, This Saturday (@kingstitchie @OnstageTV)

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Stitchie1 Earlier today Lt. Stitchie did an interview with Winford Williams for the popular entertainment program, Onstage. The artist was invited on the show to premiere his newly released music video, “undisputed.”

Once the video was aired, the men got in a heated discussion about Christianity and the Rastafarian faith. The reasoning was centered around the current crime rate on the island and the role both religions are playing to either contribute to, or reduce it. The conversation got deep and intense as both men were very passionate about their points of view.

We are encouraging you to tune into Onstage on CVM TV this Saturday, January 27^th at 9:00 PM to check it out.

Zally Unveils Cover Of His Upcoming EP (@ZallyBuff)

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

ZALLY CD100_Out_PrntOptionFINISH Florida based reggae artist Zally has just shared the official cover for his upcoming EP entitled, “Call on Jah.” The project, which is on the C-Hawk Productions label, will be available to the public on Thursday, February 1^st.

In keeping with the lyrical contents on the record, the CD cover shows a powerful picture of Zally displaying a neck-piece and badges from the Rastafarian faith. One look on the picture and persons should know to expect music that is conscious, though provoking and transformational.

The first single from the EP was released on December 20^th and can be streamed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0f2xfp8-8DU. For more information about Zally, visit his official website at: https://zallybuff.com.

Morgan Heritage’s Golden CBD Water to Host Pre-GRAMMY Party in New York City! (@morganheritage)

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Morgan Heritage’s company, Golden CBD Water, will host a pre-GRAMMY event in honor of their 2018 nomination. Notables from all facets of the Caribbean diaspora will intertwine, mix and mingle with mainstream media, sports figures, politicians and business figures to not only celebrate Morgan Heritage’s achievements, but to honor all nominees and reggae as a whole.

The Golden GRAMMY Party will be hosted by media personality Dahved Levy from WBLS and famed comedian Majah Hype, the pre-GRAMMY party will feature special performances by Jemere Morgan and K’Coneil, with music provided by DJ Norie of Power 105, Massive B, DJ Roy and UK’s DJ Splackavelli. With an anticipated red carpet which will boasts a gamut of stars, the pre-GRAMMY party will take place on January 26th at Suite 36 located at 16 W36th st, New York. Admission $150 Pre-Sale, $250 at door with a number of limited tables are available at www.fanlink.to/goldengrammyparty

New Reggae Release: Eek A Mouse – Modern Day Slavery

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Junglist Music presents internationally renowned reggae artist Eek A Mouse with “Modern Day Slavery.” The single, which tackles a very serious issue, is laid out to an intricate reggae sound and is a must have for reggae music collectors.

“Modern Day Slavery” is distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital, and is available on all major digital platforms http://smarturl.it/ekkamouseslavery.

Bugle Secures Major Distribution Deal (@BugleAn9ted)

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

bugle-1024x681 Fresh from a scintillating performance at the 25th anniversary of Rebel Salute held at the Grizzly’s Plantation Cove in Priory, St. Ann. An9ted Entertainment recording artiste Bugle is definitely experiencing a major career upsurge in recent times.

The singer who recently secured an international movie deal which sees him exclusively providing music for the soundtrack of the upcoming film ‘The Mango Girl’ and a single on another 2018 film ‘The Blue Mauritius’ both produced by U.S Media tycoons D Street Pictures, has once again landed another major deal. This time for his latest album ‘Be Yourself‘.

The deal, brokered with an international distribution company will see Bugle repackaging his current album for redistribution across several major markets, some not easily accessible by the Reggae and Dancehall genre.

Wormbass – Biography (@Wormbass20)

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

WormBass, is a renowned, yet humble musician whose repertoire includes playing, producing, and writing with and for a list of who’s who in this business. He has played countless bass lines in recording studios and on stages across the globe with some of the biggest names in Reggae.

Thus having earned his place in Reggae music history, WormBass feels that at this point in his career, it’s time to change the plan. “I have things I want to say, things I want people to know that the bass just couldn’t say, so singing is a must. I’m not new in this; I’m just continuing the journey and expanding my horizons.”

His recent feature on Canada’s largest online news site, The Star.com, in an article entitled Jamaicans love their music and it’s music to love is only the beginning for WormBass.

“My debut album, Control, is a gift from me to the world. It’s about truths, rights, justice, and love. It’s dealing with the truth, the album is the truth.”

The collection of songs on Control is filled with poetic lyrics, social commentaries and themes of revolution, all penned by WormBass. Accompanying him on the project are some of Jamaica’s best known musicians alongside others who are getting their first break. Such is the case for Davin Thomas who makes his debut on keys and earns production credits on the album.

“Jamaica my born land, me love it…” begins the album’s first single, Bring Back the Paradise, a fast paced, reggae infused dance track, laced with a throbbing bass line. The song calls for a return of the positive Jamaican ways of old. “The paradise I’m speaking of is the joy in the simple things like childhood games, respect for elders; passing an elder and not greeting them was unacceptable when I was a youth. Today it’s the norm. I’m talking about the days before guns and video games were plaguing our youth. These are things we must change,” laments Wormbass, born Delroy Nevin.

“We’re living in fear and in denial, we’re denying ourselves of the true paradise we have in Jamaica. Let’s bring back the paradise. It’s on a dance beat, but it is a very serious song, we don’t want it to be a pressure, we want it to be a joy, we want you to dance too while you’re listening to it, bring that fun; we want people to understand without stressing them. Let’s go out and start dancing with one another. Let’s start having some fun again. We didn’t want it to sound sad.” The song, a co-production with Michael McDonald, began appearing on playlists in North America in the first quarter of 2011.

The single’s release led to performances at the prestigious, Thursday Night Live at Christopher’s Jazz Café inside the Quad Night Club in New Kingston; Jamcka Music Fest, a collaboration of artists from Jamaica and Canada performing to raise funds for schools; and an Emancipation Day Concert at the hotel Swept Away, in Negril.

The final quarter of this year will see the release of WormBass’ next cut from Control, entitled The Plan which was co-arranged with keyboardist Davin Thomas, and features the Global Battle of the Bands’ winning drummer, Jubba White (Dubtonic Kru), guitarist Ian “Beezy” Coleman (Ziggy Marley), and on brass: Samuel Grant, Romeo Gray and Everton Gayle. Like the rest of the album, the music on this one is as rich as its universal messages. Expect to hear more!