Tessanne Chin Rreleases Video For ‘Fire’ (@Tessanne)

Posted on August 16, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Powerhouse vocalist, Tessane Chin recently released the video for her latest hit single, Fire which has been blazing airwaves since its May 5 release. The video was premiered on Monday, August 10 on the popular internet site, YouTube and has since racked up over 10,000 views. The single, released on the Justice League Music Group Label, was featured as the soundtrack for the Jamaican songstress’ US ad debut for Clear Scalp and Hair in March. Since its release the single has gotten rave reviews with critics labeling it a modern twist of classic R&B.

The video can be viewed on Chin’s YouTube channel TessaneChinVEVO and features a classic rhythm and blues theme to match the original 1970s R&B sounding track. “It has a throw-back vibe which I think represents the feel of the song perfectly,” said director Nathan Patrick. Shot on location in Jamaica at the Terra Nova Hotel in Kingston, the video boasts scenes from the Regency Bar where Tessanne can be spotted giving a classic style ‘live’ performance. This scene more than anything illustrates the fun, empowering and soulful nature of the single, “It’s colorful and fun and brings attention to the music, it’s all about the music,” Patrick concluded.

Tessane Chin holds the single in high esteem as a mantra of empowerment and is confident that the video will help bring that message across.

“I want the video to represent the message of the song which to me is a modern day soulful power anthem without it being the typical boy girl scenario. Yes, I want it to be fun, but I also want to embrace the wonderful authority that comes from knowing yourself and your worth and owning your fierceness no matter who, what, where, when or how. Own your Fire,” said Chin.

Following her triumph in Season 5 of The Voice, Tessane Chin has been busy wooing fans with her powerful and dynamic vocals. Chin released her full-length album, Count On My Love in July 2014 on the Republic Records label and has not let up. Since then she has worked with top producers and writers including Supa-Dups, Rock City, Toby Gad, Claude Kelly and Grammy and Golden Globe Award winning songwriter, Diane Warren. Chin was also part of the White House special, Women of Soul Concert where she performed alongside legends such as Pati LaBelle and Aretha Franklin.

Along with the release of Fire, Chin has had a busy 2015 with several appearances including notable performances at the Daytime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles in April and the PBS National Memorial Day Program in Washington D.C. in May. The powerful vocalist also received raved reviews when she starred at the International Festival of Life, On July 4th at Union Park in Chicago, Illinois. The dynamic vocal songstress was again in for high praises as she headlined the Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival in Duluth, Minnesota before she closed out July with a performance at the Pan-American Games, on July 23rd at the Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto, Canada.

Ninja Crown “Talk Up” Signature T-Shirt Line by Cooyah Clothing (@NinjaCrown)

Posted on August 16, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

When world renowned sound system selector Ninja Crown teamed up with Cooyah Clothing for “TalkUp, his idea was simple and precise, to open honest dialogues and use his voice to make a difference.

The dj/radio host kicked off his campaign on his beloved island of Jamaica where part of the #TalkUp sales aim to benefit Kingston Public Hospital. Reaching out to the media, Ninja visited such platforms as NewsTalk, Hot 102FM, Fame FM, Hype TV to explain the mission of #TalkUp. Humbled by the experience, he visited Kingston Public Hospital and saw first hand the urgent needs list and assessed for himself what is needed by the hospital.

“My recent visit home, to Jamaica, was a productive one and an eye opener. Meeting with Dr Natlie Whylie of Kingston Public Hospital really made me see for myself that a lot is needed and I have a lot of work to do. But it can be done and will get done” stated Rohan “Ninja Crown” Henry

As Ninja is back on American soil, his mission continues, Talk Up about injustice, Talk Up about the need for the the less fortunate, Talk Up for the Voiceless. Talk Up! Order #TalkUp now on http://www.Cooyah.com or place order now at TalkUpTshirts@gmail.com

Likkle Lightning Six Songs Away From Completing His Album (@likklelightning)

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Everton Blender & Likkle Lightning

Likkle Lightning is in Jamaica working on the last six tracks needed to complete his debut album. Though they are a bit behind schedule, from a production view point, the artist and his team are still hopeful that the project will be ready for the initially announced release date of September 2015.

After reaching out to several mixing engineers and not being able to find the right one that compliments Lightning’s style, he has decided to go back to Tuff Gong which is where he did all his earlier production.

Kendrick Lamar Interviews Rap Legends N.W.A [video]

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Watch the full exclusive interview done for Billboard Magazine.

Jamaica’s Leader Of The Opposition, Andrew Holness, Connecting With The Streets (@AndrewHolnessJM @jlpjamaica)

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Andrew Holness & Bounty Killer at Allstar Thursdays

As Jamaica’s federal elections draws near the leader of the opposition, Mr. Andrew Holness has been very busy campaigning. Though Jamaicans are use to politicians surfacing in an election season, there seem to be a feeling of sincerity about Mr. Holness’ actions. He appears to be genuinely concerned about the downward direction the country is going, branding his party ‘Team Prosperity’ and stating that when in power they will grow the Jamaican economy which will mean better lives for all Jamaicans.

He has so far visited some of the poorest and most desolate regions on the island; and in what can only be interpreted as an effort to really connect with party loving Jamaicans, he has even showed up at dances held in the inner cities.

Janelle Monae Releases Powerful Song In Protest Of Racial Injustice (@JanelleMonae)

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

American R&B artist/activist Janelle Monae has released a powerful track called “Hell You Talmbout.” The song is both painful and powerful as it calls the names of just a few of the Black brothers and sisters who have lost their lives because of the color of their skin. Maybe in an attempt not to distract us from the purpose of the record, Janelle did not tell a story in the verses. Instead, she, along with others, simply yelled out the names of the victims.

While reading some of the feedback about the song we noticed a common concern; and that is, not enough artists are addressing these social issues via their music.