Catch Kes The Band, Nadia Batson & Others In Hollywood, Fl. On Oct. 14

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Monday, October 14, and in honor of Miami Carnival, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (1 Lucky Street) in Hollywood, Florida, will welcome soca music at their DAER Dayclub/Nightclub. The event, dubbed Sexy ‘N’ White, will commence at 6:00 p.m. and is expected to run well into the following morning.

Attendees will be treated to performances by Kes The Band, Raymond Ramnarine, Nadia Batson, Johnny King, Ainsley King, and others. The live acts will be supported by several top-tier international DJs. Click here for tickets.

Miami Carnival’s One Fete Is Back!

Posted on September 7, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

It’s that time of year again! One Fete, Miami Carnival’s biggest live music event, is set for Saturday, October 12th, at the Miami Dade County Fair & Expo Center located at 10901 Coral Way.

Performing live are Kes The Band, Nadia Batson, Raymond Ramnarine & DilENadan, Mical Teja, Farmer Nappy, Wadicks, Dev, and others. Limited early bird tickets, which are going for US$60 (general) and US$80 (VIP), are available via Eventbrite.

Riddim In The Sun

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Coney Art Walls (3050 Stillwell Avenue) in Brooklyn, New York, will be pulsating with good music, people, and vibes on Saturday, August 31st, as some of the hottest Caribbean rhythms will be on rotation.

The event, dubbed Riddim in the Sun, is one of the most anticipated concerts scheduled for Labor Day Saturday in Brooklyn. There will be live performances by Bunji Garlin, Nailah Blackman, Cavemen, and more. Early bird tickets are still available and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Caribbean Culture Will Be On Display In NY On Sept. 1st

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The culinary, artistic, musical, and social elements that are representative of people from the Caribbean will be on full display at the forthcoming Oracabessa Caribbean Music Festival on Sunday, September 1st, at Roy Wilkins Park (Merrick Boulevard) in Queens, New York.

Patrons will groove to the sounds of reggae, soca, dancehall, and more from the likes of Marcia Griffiths, Edwin Yearwood, Lady G, Mr. Easy, Terry Linen, Louie Culture, Patrice Roberts, and others. Tickets, which are currently going for US$55.20, can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Brooklyn’s Soca Fest Goes Down On August 30th

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

One of the biggest soca events happening on Labor Day weekend in New York is Soca Fest! It will take place on Friday, August 30th, at the Brooklyn Museum (200 Eastern Parkway) from 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. the following morning.

The lineup of soca and reggae artists includes Nomcebo Zikode, Patrice Roberts, Mical Teja, Jadel, Farmer Nappy, Christopher Martin, Nigy Boy, Pumpa, Raymond Ramnarine, Tallpree, Mr. Killa, Terror D Governor, and A Team Band. Click here for tickets.

Catch Fab 5 At The Jambana One World Festival This Monday

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Fab 5, Jamaica’s busiest show band, will be performing at the Jambana One World Festival this Monday, August 5th, at Chinguacousy Park in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. The event will run from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. local time, and it is free to the public.

The Fabulous Five Inc. is a reggae and soca ensemble formed in Jamaica in the late 1960s. Over a 45-year career, they have released more than twenty albums, had many number 1 hits, and were the featured musicians on Johnny Nash‘s platinum album, I Can See Clearly Now.

Furthermore, they were voted the top band for three consecutive years by Swing Magazine, have won over 30 major awards in Jamaica, and this is in addition to international awards.

The Original Big People Party In NYC

Posted on July 25, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Marvelous Entertainment, Hits and Jams Ent., and GeeDee Promotions will bring one of Guyana’s most favorable events, the Big People Party, to New York City. They are assuring potential patrons that the NYC affair will have the same vibes that the Guyana event is known for.

It is scheduled for Labor Day weekend, Saturday, August 31st, at Industry City (220 36th Street) in Brooklyn. In addition to the musical jugglings of Big Papa, Rheney Spice, Bevon, and Ronnie, there will also be live performances by Glen Washington, Supa Ray, Super Terry, Murphy, and Busta. Click here to buy tickets.