Richie Spice delivered at Unplugged (@1RichieSpice @RIDDIMDONMEDIA)

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

unnamed Friday, June 24 saw the inaugural staging of Riddim-Don Magazine’s Unplugged held at Mingles Nightclub in the Bronx. The event drew out a fair-sized crowd and those who came out did not regret as Richie Spice set about the business of pleasing his fans.

Song after song, he gave them their money’s worth as he went through his repertoire sometimes rapping with them, other times taking them down memory lane as he touched on some of his songs of yesteryear such as Grooving My Girl and Earth A Run Red.He then made his way to later releases all the time maintaining the connection with his fans.

The only thing that prevented the night from ending on a sweet note was a promise that was not fulfilled; which was Richie Spice getting “one on one” time with his fans. Instead his time was monopolized by the media which used the opportunity to get their questions in – denying his fans that chance.

Promoter of the event, Adrian ‘Donsome’ Hanson, in apologizing, said for the next Unplugged event which will be seeing Bugle in action on Friday, July 29 he will ensure that the mistake will not be repeated.
‘We are taking the decision to bar the media and even if they come it will be as observer…fans will be given priorities in getting up close and personal to the artiste…after all they are the reason for all of this,” he said.

Peppery to perform live at Mothers Against Violence Concert in Manchester, UK (@pepperyworld)

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae/Dancehall artist Peppery is among those selected to deliver powerful messages via music to the expected patrons at the Mothers Against Violence concert tomorrow, Saturday, July 9th, in Manchester, UK. The event which is dubbed ‘I Matter U Matter’ will see artists, poets, speakers etc. come together to promote an anti-violence campaign. It is being held at Picccadilly Gardens in Manchester from 1 to 7pm (UK time).

Having recently released a slew of songs, which are all getting good rotation worldwide, Peppery is expected to deliver an energetic, entertaining and informative set. Persons may download some of the songs he will be performing here: http://tinyurl.com/jxqaur3

Tickets Now On Sale For The 2016 Aarhus Reggae Festival

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

00-ARF Jam Link Intl. the association behind the Aarhus Reggae Festival, in collaboration with Voxhall, the venue the fest is being held at, has announced ticket prices for the 2016 staging of the event.

Though they are still in the process of confirming acts for both shows, Jam Link made public, last week, the different price points for entering and enjoying this year’s festival. As was done last year, the organizers will once again have a dancehall night (to be held on September 23^rd) and a reggae night (to be held on September 24^th). So far they have shared that Danish dancehall artist Pharfar will be one of the performers on the 23^rd while the One Love Marley Band, based in Aarhus, will be one of the bands playing on the 24^th.

Entry for dancehall night is 90Kr while reggae night is 165Kr. Tickets can be purchased via the following link right now.

Dancehall Night: http://fondenvoxhall.dk/koncerter/aarhus-reggae-festival-live-dancehall/

Reggae Night: http://fondenvoxhall.dk/koncerter/aarhus-reggae-festival-preserving-reggae/

Nat & Elo Promotions Now Accepting Bookings For Karamanti In France

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

2016 Karamanti France Tour Karamanti will be performing in France for the first time this coming September. Her appearance in that country is a part of her 2016 Euro tour, titled, Music With Substance Tour, made possible by Jam Link International. She will be doing a series of interviews and live shows in and around Paris from September 1st through to the 20th.

In addition to her presentations in France, Karamanti is also expected to play in Germany and Denmark. Unlike her previous European appearances, the Music With Substance Tour will be a predominantly Reggae tour with only a few dancehall tracks added to the show list. Patrons can expect to hear songs like “natty nah grow” which seems to be a favorite by Reggae lovers in France (https://youtube.com/watch?v=ROlCZu-4wMg); “Domestic Abuse,” “Gye Nyame” and even “right now” which was recorded for Phamily Productions back in 2011.

Persons wanting to work with Karamanti while she is in France may use the contact info on the attached poster. Another option is to send an email to her label at blakkwuman22@gmail.com.

Click the following link to download some of the songs Karamanti will be performing on the Music With Substance Tour: http://tinyurl.com/j8byedh

UK Based Reggae Artist, Peppery, Shoots Video For His Latest Single, “Everybody” (@pepperyworld)

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

UK Based Reggae Artist, Peppery, Shoots Video For His Latest Single, “Everybody” Britain based Reggae/Dancehall artist Peppery has just wrapped up the shoot for his latest release, “everybody.” Recorded on the Just Believe Riddim from Blakkwuman22 Music and ODB Records, “everybody” is one of those songs that speak out against the selfish tendencies of persons, particularly within the entertainment industry, who covets their colleague’s achievements. As oppose to directly addressing those acting in a jealous manner however, Peppery, in his wisdom, decided to encourage the ones who are on the receiving end of this type of behavior.

In his song he says:
Hataz a pree you but a no you one
Dem no like you because you buy di new van
Some a dem wi grudge you for a few grand
A Gideon, put your boot on…

In an effort to capture the message of the track, Peppery created a studio scene which shows a fellow artist acting abominably towards him because of his recent musical accomplishments. Additional scenes include a conversation between him and his label mate, in which he is counseling his mate on the importance of staying strong amidst the haters.

Although all his scenes were captured in Manchester, UK, a few additional shots will be taken in Jamaica before editing begins. The song “everybody” can be downloaded here: http://tinyurl.com/z45ulye

The album “Conversations” by Ky-Mani Marley & Gentleman is now on iTunes (@MaestroMarley @gentlemanmusic)

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Music can be a great form of conversation, a giving and taking. Ideally it fosters deeper connection and communication between two musicians. The value of such a conversation lies in mutual recognition and appreciation – with the quality dependent on how much one is willing to share with the other. And this is one reason why the title of the album by GENTLEMAN and KY-MANI MARLEY says so much in its simplicity: “Conversations” is more than a collaboration, more than a combination.

The pair have shared a lot together – all 14 tracks on the album are audibly influenced by personal dialogue, tracing the interaction of ideas and feelings. Like all good talks, the “Conversations” by GENTLEMAN and KY-MANI MARLEY are an invitation to listen and explore. Purcahse on iTunes

Raging Fyah Delivers Powerful Performance In Jamaica Before Heading To Europe (@Ragingfyah)

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Raging Fyah Live On June 25th, Reggae band Raging Fyah, took the stage to a sold out crowd of eager patrons at Skyline Levels in Jamaica and delivered a memorable performance of songs from their 3rd studio album “Everlasting.”

By all accounts and rave reviews the band dominated the stage and had the crowd singing along to the sweet reggae sounds of the billboard charting album with the title track “Everlasting,” as well as “Getting Dread,” “Dash Wata,” “Ready for Love,” “Raggamuffin,” among other captivating songs.

As the band readies to head to Europe (July 1st, Feuhlingen, Germany, July 3rd Brussels, Belgium, July 8th, Zurich, Switzerland and July 9th, Płock, Poland) and their 19 dates U.S Tour, the reviews for “Everlasting” are pouring in and fans are excited.