New Reggae Radio Show in Aarhus, Denmark (@jam_yard)

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jam Yard Promotion will be launching a new Reggae radio show on 98.7 fm in Aarhus, Denmark. The program will air this and every Thursday from 11am to 12pm GMT and will focus on Jamaican music, culture and lifestyle. The hosts, Henzel Clarke and DJ Dave Q who are both Jamaicans see this as an opportunity to spread an awareness of authentic Jamaican culture while simultaneously playing their part to help Aarhus become the European City of Culture for 2017.

When asked what listeners can expect from this radio show, Henzel Clarke had this to say, “On this program we go back to basic pay tribute to some of the pioneers and veterans that have paved the way. We will discuss current affairs and the latest news in the Reggae industry, updates about the latest and hottest events, concerts, festivals in Aarhus, Scandanavia and wider Europe. You can expect quality Reggae Music…Classic Music with absolutely no explicit or degrading lyrical content”

Denmark is fast becoming one of the more desired locations for Reggae artists touring Europe. Though the audience for the genre is more humble in size compared to Germany and Belgium, there is a growing underground scene for Reggae and even Dancehall lovers in Denmark. Copenhagen (the capital of Denmark) already has clubs and scenes dedicated to live music and every week there is at least one Reggae band playing at a venue there. 2015 will see Aarhus City hosting its first Reggae Festival. This is another Jam Yard initiative.

Dancehall artist CeeKaiH plans big bash in Linstead, St. Catherine (@Ceekaih)

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On January 31st, Royal Executive Club located at 18 Royal Avenue in Linstead, St. Catherine will be transformed into party central as Dancehall artist CeeKaiH (aka di alienbwoy) brings his birthday bash to the venue.

The event starts at 5pm and will be a continuous blast of energy with party music by Sun City Radio’s Sunjock Kevin Fras, Hotprime Entertainment’s DJ Dutty, DJs Extinguish & Killy (from Love Vibration), DJ Audley (of City Link Entertainment), and DJs Swizzle & 25 cent (of Mellotone ). In addition there will be live performances from Karamanti (the most lyrical female in Dancehall) who is fresh from her European tour, along with GT Taylor’s handpicked artiste for 2015, Villa Dutch, ANG’s J-Luga, Magnum King and Queen’s standout Day Injah, Tastee Talent Search runner up Katty, Clive Jr the son of the legendary Clive hunt, Khausion, Sentenal, Parka Jubilant, Riko Shade and the birthday boy CeeKaiH.

To top it off CeeKaiH has also arranged to have appearances by the dancing dynamite’s Ed Haadie Dancers, Overload Skankaz and 4 years reigning Linstead DHQ Monique. The event is sponsored by Future FM (New York), London Boardhouse Media Group, Fivestar Graphics, Royal Executive Club and Jamrock Herbal Roots Drink.

CRITICISE RIDDIM Review (@BlackKulcha)

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

As Reggae and Dancehall music continue to grow on the continent of Africa so too are African producers expanding their catalogue with new riddim driven releases. Criticise Riddim is produced by Black Kulcha Music which is owned and operated by Mark Darlington, a Ghanaian producer who is currently based in the UK. The project features a wide range of artists from Ghana, Malawi, UK and Jamaica. Criticise Riddim is a very relaxing, one drop Reggae compilation that you can have playing in the background on one of those laid back, take it easy days. Listen and enjoy all songs here: http://www.reverbnation.com/markdarlington/songs

Patti Labelle and Billy Ocean Team up for Valentine’s Weekend Concert (@MsPattiPatti @MrWongo)

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Sunday February 15th, 2015 the legendary multi Grammy Award winner Miss Patti Labelle and Grammy Award winner Billy Ocean will take stage at BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) in Brooklyn, NY for “Love, Need & Want You” concert.

Hosted by Radio 103.9’s own “La Loca” and presented by Jammins Entertainment, music lovers will be treated to a night to remember as Trinadadian born Billy Ocean known for his international “Caribbean Queen” hit, delights the audience from his arsenal of top hits. The incomparable Miss Patti distinctive voice will only be surpassed by her beauty and notorious wit and charm as she is known to warm the heart and soul of her audience by her anecdotes and timeless sound.

Befitting of Valentine’s weekend, “Love, Need & Want You” >embodies all of what love represents and in keeping with the sentiment, Parts of the proceeds will be donated to the AFUWI Scholarship Fund and Provident Clinical Society of Brooklyn.

For tickets call: (718) 636-4100 or http://www.BAM.org
For mre information, please call (718) 282-8041

About AFUWI: The American Foundation for The University of the West Indies is the principal link between the University of the West Indies, which is the leading educational institution in the Caribbean, and the many groups in the United States who value and support the University’s work.

The Foundation partners with the University Alumni, the Caribbean community in the United States, American Foundations and Corporations with Caribbean business interests or Caribbean markets to raise funds for projects, scholarships and academic programs on the University’s three campuses and thirteen University Centers. (http://www.afuwievents.org/afuwi)

Ms. Lauryn Hill’s Small Axe Acoustic Tour (@MsLaurynHill)

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The queen of hip-hop and R&B Ms. Lauryn Hill will be getting up close with fans on her Small Axe acoustic tour scheduled for February. The tour will see Ms. Hill stopping in Washington DC, Brooklyn and New York City. All dates and venue locations are listed below.

Die-hard fans will be able to purchase a VIP pass which allows them to meet and greet Ms. Hill as well as get a limited edition art poster designed by her, a souvenir tour laminate, and finally an opportunity for photo and autograph. Purchase tickets here www.mslaurynhill.com

SMALL AXE ACOUSTIC TOUR DATES & LOCATIONS

Feb. 13 – Washington, DC – Howard Theatre
Feb. 14 – Washington, DC – Howard Theatre
Feb. 17 – Brooklyn, NY – Rough Trade
Feb. 20 – New York, NY – Highline Ballroom
Feb. 23 – New York, NY – Highline Ballroom
Feb. 25 – New York, NY – Blue Note (early and late show)

Lady G getting “Nuff Respect”

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Lady G is one of the most respected female Dancehall acts in the industry. Her songs “Nuff Respect” and “Ease Off, Breeze Off” are prominent Dancehall songs from the 90’s that still get played at dances today.

Last year, independent label, Indie-Rootz Records invited Lady G to Montreal, Canada for a live show. The show had a great turn out bringing out crowds from young to old ready to feel the classic Dancehall vibes.

Since her visit, she has maintained a close relationship with label mates Brian Kotler and Bobby Pottinger and has collaborated on a few projects with the label. In October Indie-Rootz released Lady G’s song “Rock and Come In” featuring upcoming artist Shae Mill as a preview of their upcoming riddim “Royalty Dub Riddim” project.

The new single landed a write up in the Sunday Gleaner titled “Lady G is Back!”. In the article Carl Gilchrist makes a positive comment about the single, stating

“Lady G is heading back to the charts with a throwback track that threatens to exceed the career heights that she reached when she teamed up with Papa San in the ’80s for such hits as Legal Rights and Round Table Talk.”

With the positive feedback that Lady G, Shae Mill and Indie-Rootz Records all received for the record, they joined in Jamaica teaming up with Spanish Town’s Black Ink Studios to shoot the video. The video was filmed to have a 90’s feel, filmed in a outdoor setting at Crystal Sound Head Quarters in Marvelly, Kingston 20, Jamaica.

Royalty Dub Riddim released early November, Lady G’s song was joined by various artists from Canada and Jamaica including fellow foundation artists Patra, Luciano and Jimmy Riley. The riddim is composed with live instruments using foundation elements with a new-age twist constructing a perfect blend of both worlds.

LADY G – ROCK AND COME IN FT SHAE MILL (VIDEO TEASER / ROYAL DUB RIDDIM)

COCOA TEA, FREDDY JACKSON TO HEADLINE NYC CONCERT FOR 2015 (@FreddieJrnb @cocoatea13)

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Cocoa Tea has not graced a stage at a major concert in NY in several years. The veteran reggae singjay is rearing to unleash hits ‘Rocking Dolly,’ ‘Riker’s Island,’ ‘I Lost My Sonia,’ ‘Can’t Stop Cocoa Tea’ and ‘Good Life’ at this year’s ‘Ladies Ball,’ the first major reggae/R&B concert on the entertainment calendar in the NY area for 2015.

The event, slated to take place at the exquisite Resort World Casino ballroom in Queens, New York on Sunday, February 8 2015 will also feature R&B hit machine Freddy Jackson, Richie Stephens and Sanchez.

“With Valentines Day just a few weeks away, the time is perfect to present another intimate, up close and personal concert for the ladies” said event promoter Bobby Clarke.

In October, Jackson proved his star power, delivering one of the best performances at the ‘Soul In The Sun’ festival in Montego Bay. He is expected to have his way with the ladies again with ballads like ‘You Are My Lady,’ ‘Rock Me Tonight’ and ‘Tasty Love.’

Equally enrapturing will be Jamaica Music Ambassador Richie Stephens who enjoyed a stellar year in 2014 with ‘Everybody Dance.’ He is expected to own the stage with nostalgic anthems ‘My Girl Dis,’ ‘Come Give Me Your Love,’ ‘Winner’ and ‘Live Your Life.’

Sanchez, whose star shone the brightest at the inaugural ‘Ladies Ball’ last year, returns to ignite the stage with musical flames with favorites like ‘I Can’t Wait’, ‘Lonely Won’t Leave Me Alone’, ‘Here I Am’, ‘Missing You’ and ‘Chronic.’

Other performers include NY based KConeil and Lady Saw who will shed her hardcore persona for the more palatable Marion Hall.