Una Morgan, Morgan Heritage’s 1st Lady, Releases Statement Regarding Her Health

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Amid the historic Catch A Fire tour uniting Reggae’s legendary families Morgan Heritage, Marleys (Damian Marley, Stephen Marley), and Riley’s (Tarrus Riley), tragedy struck the royal siblings when Morgan Heritage’s 1st lady Una Morgan fell deathly ill.

Una Morgan, the accomplished daughter of veteran reggae crooner Denroy Morgan left the tour due to an emergency illness and was admitted in the hospital as her organs shut down and went into cardiac arrest. Although she had been suffering from a pre-existing thyroid disease. The silent killer caused congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation which is an abnormal heart rhythm. After a week in hospital, Una’s health deteriorated and the soulful singer had a cardiac arrest and flat-lined.

Speculations and concerns on Una’s health have prompted the soulful singer to release the following statement; “To my friends and fans around the world who have been asking where is Una, I want to say first praises be upon the most high in Zion for the second chance he has given me at life. Every day since my release from the hospital tears have filled my eyes and my heart thinking what life would have been like for my children, family and friends if it was really my time. To all please, please do not take for granted or ignore what your spirit and body is trying to tell you. They will never lead you wrong. I want to say to those who knew of my condition thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers, and to those who are just now hearing, just know that I am blessed and healing everyday.“

Likkle Lightning Pushes Back Album Release To Early 2016 (@likklelightning)

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Likkle Lightning and his management team have decided to postpone the release of his first studio album. The initial release date was set for September, 2015, but due to production challenges the album was further delayed to October. They are now announcing that it will not be ready until early 2016. One of the reasons for the change in date is Likkle Lightning’s now, hectic schedule.

As the end of year holiday season approaches, Likkle Lightning finds himself with a packed schedule which includes several shows across the United States; the first of which will take place in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, on Friday, November 13^th.Media houses in the U.S. that would like to interview Likkle Lightning may contact MJE via email at mariajacksonent@gmail.com to make all the necessary arrangements.

MJ MAGAZINE SEEKS CONTRIBUTORS

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Black Music magazine seeks contributors for Black music of all genres: Hip-hop, Reggae, Soca, Jazz, R&B, Dancehall etc. Applicant must be willing to submit a minimum of five original stories with accompanying images each week.

This is a voluntary position ideal for ardent music enthusiasts.
Your location is not important.
Press passes will be available for certain events in your region.
There is a possibility to make commission on adverts placed in the magazine.

If this sounds interesting to you send an email to mjmagazine27@gmail.com

MJ Magazine is an online magazine that promotes positive black music while telling the stories of the people behind it: www.mjmagazine.org

MUSIC STALWARTS & CONTRIBUTORS TO ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY HONORED IN NYC

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill executive Omar Hawthorne (l) presenting ‘Distinguished Alumnus Award’ to Reggae Ambassadors Third World co-founder Michael “Ibo” Cooper.

Several music stalwarts and contributors to the entertainment industry including Miss Pat Chin, founder of VP Records; Jazz Great Monty Alexander; Michael “Ibo” Cooper and Ian & Roger Lewis were recently honored by the Jamaica College Old Boys Association, NY (JCOBANY) at their Silver Anniversary Awards Gala in Queens, New York at the posh LaGuardia Plaza Hotel.

Ian and Roger Lewis, co-founders of Grammy Award winning Inner Circle, best known their crossover hit ‘Bad Boys,’ the theme song of the long running Fox TV reality series Cops were honored with the ‘Distinguished Alumnus Award.’ Bad Boys was a #1 Billboard hit song that has sold over 7 million copies worldwide.

Ibo Cooper, co-founder of Reggae Ambassadors Third World and Monty Alexander, who has built a career exploring and bridging the worlds of American Jazz, popular song and the music of Jamaica were also the recipients of ‘Distinguished Alumnus Awards.’

Miss Pat Chin, who helped to create a reggae empire at VP Records and contributed to the careers of countless Jamaican superstars including Shabba Ranks, Sean Paul, Maxi Priest, Gyptian, Beenieman, Lady Saw, Mavado, Lady Saw and others was presented with the ‘Community Leadership Award,’ while Stephen Hill, co-founder and CEO of Caribbean International Network (CIN TV), which offers a full slate of programs including news, sports, drama and music shows in the tri-state area was presented with the ‘Trailblazer Award.’

The crowd was entertained by Ibo Cooper, who along with cello musician Gjilberta Lucaj, did a special musical tribute to former Deputy Prime Minister of Jamaica and JC Alumnus Seymour “Foggy” Mullings, who passed away in 2013. Foggy, as he was called in music circles, was not just an exemplary politician but was a pianist and a classical jazz musician who in the 1960’s, frequently performed with other jazz groups of the day including Wilton Gaynair All Stars which featured the legendary Don Drummond.

Among those attending the sold out event were Keynote speaker Hon. Lisa Hanna; Consulate General of Jamaica, New York Herman LaMont; Michael McDonald, President of the JCOBANY; Board Member Dr Dwight Williams and Randy & Chris Chin, executives of VP Records.

Jamaicans Angry With The PNP’s Love Of Poverty And Prisons (@AndrewHolnessJM @PSimpsonMiller)

Posted on October 10, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

After British Prime Minister, David Cameron’s resent visit to Jamaica, where he offered the government millions to assist with the construction of a prison, Jamaicans at home and abroad have expressed anger at Prime Minister Simpson-Miller’s response. As oppose to overtly rejecting the offer (knowing that the funds being presented can be used in a much more effective manner) the PM seems to be embracing his suggestion. Her actions, or lack thereof, have left Jamaicans questioning her love and commitment to the development of the Jamaican people.

Jamaicans have taken to social media to say how disappointed they are in Mrs. Simpson-Miller’s handling of the situation. Many are connecting her refusal to reject the prison deal with statements she made earlier about her love for the poor.

As general elections draws near on the island, the leader of the opposition, Andrew Holness, has made it clear that if his party forms the next government, they will immediately say no to the prison offer made by David Cameron.

Karamanti To Perform In Vienna, Austria On October 30th

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Dancehall artist Karamanti will make her debut appearance in Vienna, Austria on Friday, October 30^th. She will join Nigerian Reggae artist Teddy Ziggy at Tembo Bar Club for a show called ‘Stand United’ (which is also the title of their collaboration released last year; see link to the official video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DemfCyJdxSo).

Vienna will be the first stop on Karamanti’s 2015 European tour, which is scheduled to run from October 28^th through December 20^th. So far she has confirmed appearances in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Czech Republic, with dates in Italy and Budapest a strong possibility, as negotiations with promoters in both regions are in progress. The tour is being hosted by Jam Link Intl. and coordinated by Karamanti’s record label, Blakkwuman22 Music (for bookings send an email to bookings@karamantimusic.com).

Karamanti is currently in Ontario shooting scenes for her soon to be released music video for the single, ‘don’t give up.’ The song is a part of the ‘Missing Piece Riddim’ compilation by Rhome Records which also features Khago and Teflon. Persons may stream the song via Karamanti’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgEadqbgf-0 and DJs can send an email to mariajacksonent@gmail.com for the mp3.

PUMA ANNOUNCES ENDORSEMENT DEAL WITH JAMAICAN TRACK STAR ASAFA POWELL (@officialasafa @PUMA)

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On September 30th PUMA announced a new endorsement deal with Jamaican sprinter, Asafa Powell. The former 100m world record holder who holds the record for the most sub 10 second 100m sprints having dipped below that mark 93 times, joins the Global Sports Brand’s growing portfolio of athletes preparing for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio De Janeiro. In addition to World’s Fastest Man Usain Bolt, this roster has recently been bolstered by key additions including NCAA 100m Champion Jenna Prandini, Australian sprint hurdler Michelle Jenneke and French 800m runner Pierra-Ambroise Bosse.

Asafa Powell will become an important ambassador for the PUMA brand in an Olympic year and beyond. He will feature in both global marketing activations promoting Running Training product lines and brand campaigns in the lead up to to the 2016 Olympics. This partnership will also see PUMA working with Powell to design a ‘Sub-10 King’ line of sportswear and spikes.

Speaking about the new partnership with PUMA, Asafa Powell said, “PUMA has played a huge role in Jamaican Track & Field throughout my career – supporting the high school programme that fosters young athletes, partnering with the JAAA and JOA and elite athletes such as Usain. It’s a brand I’ve been very familiar with throughout my career and their longstanding commitment to Jamaican athletics is key as we continue to build and work to maintain our recent successes. They understand Jamaican culture, history, people and also the sport that this country loves, and I am very happy to be working with them.”

Pascal Rolling, PUMA’s Head of Sports Marketing for Running commented, “Having Asafa as part of our team here at PUMA is great news for us. He has played such an important role in Jamaican track and field for more than a decade, demonstrating a consistently high level of performance throughout his sprinting career which is a great testament to a great man. He inspires those around him, is an excellent role model and will bring great value to PUMA in the years ahead.”

Asafa Powell has run the most sub 10 second 100M sprints in the history of track and field. The Commonwealth, World Championship and Olympic medalist has dipped below the 10-second mark 94 times and was the first Jamaican to win the IAAF Sportsman of the Year. Powell, who clocked the first sub 10 second time of the 2015 track season, was the first Jamaican to ever hold the world record for the 100m dash, with times of 9.77 and 9.74.