Capella Music Festival (Cayman Islands)

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 4th edition of the Capella Music Festival will be staged on Saturday, March 29th at Festival Green (Camana Bay) in Grand Cayman. Capella showcases diverse musical genres, with some of its past performers being Wyclef Jean, Charli XCX, Damian Marley, Beres Hammond, Michael Bolton, Kes the Band, and more.

The 2025 edition will continue in that same vein. This year’s lineup includes Clean Bandit, Gramps Morgan, Ky-Mani Marley, Alaine, Nailah Blackman, and DJ Puffy. For additional information and links to tickets, visit capellamusicfestival.com.

Alpha Blondy & Capleton Collaborate On New Single “Cold Fire”

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

“Cold Fire,” the new record from Ivorian reggae singer Alpha Blondy featuring Jamaican dancehall giant Capleton, is nothing short of music mastery. Released on February 21, 2025, both men combine their respective styles to create a pulsating song with an equally strong message to Africans at home and abroad.

They further mesmerize their fans by delivering a captivating video that was shot in Africa and Jamaica. Click here or on the image above to check out the visual, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Alaine Drops New Music Video “Never Fail”

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A few days ago, Alaine shared the official video for her new single, “Never Fail,” which is featured on the Breakaway Riddim. Breakaway Riddim is a six-track reggae compilation that was released at the end of January by One General Music.

“Never Fail” is a reggae-gospel tune that reminds listeners that God will never fail them. If you have not yet seen the visual, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Dionne Warwick Will Be In Jamaica For ‘Timeless’ Concert

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Saturday, March 29th, American singer, actress, and TV host Dionne Warwick will be live in concert at Plantation Cove in St. Ann, Jamaica. Jamaica’s First Lady of Jazz, Dr. Myrna Hague-Bradshaw, better known as Myrna Hague, is also on the program, as well as reggae legends Marcia Griffiths and Duane Stephenson.

This event is being presented by Coveside Concerts. Digital early bird tickets are available now on coveside.aitix.com, and physical passes can be purchased at Fesco Service Stations.

Novel-T’s Remake Of “Tough Like A Diamond” Becoming A Fan Favorite

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Novel-T and her team have shared the remake of “Tough Like a Diamond,” a record that was first released as a single years ago but has since been updated by musicians Derrick Barnett, Howard Perry Ricketts, and Michael “Mikey Bassie” Henry.

Although “Tough Like a Diamond” is one of Novel-T‘s biggest songs to date, changes were made to the original rhythm-and-blues-sounding version, converting it to a full reggae record. It is now more upbeat and rhythmic, especially to reggae lovers. What’s more, the theme of never giving up or backing down seems more pronounced on the remix; as such, the song is still an anthem for women all over.

“Tough Like a Diamond” is featured on Novel-T‘s latest album, “Survivor,” which was shared last summer. In addition to “Tough Like a Diamond,” the project also has ten equally captivating tracks, which all showcase Novel-T‘s vocal prowess. “Survivor” is available on all Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, and all other streaming platforms.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “SURVIVOR”

Jo Mersa Marley Birthday Celebration

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Saturday, March 8th, members of the Marley family will gather at the Bob Marley Museum (56 Hope Road) in Kingston, Jamaica, to celebrate the life (birthday) of Jo Mersa Marley, Stephen Marley‘s son and the grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley.

The Marley Brothers—Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani, and Damian—will be featured, as well as some of the younger Marley kids. Doors will open at 8pm local time, and there is an entrance fee of J$5,000. Click here to buy tickets.

Dancehall Artist Keywee Is Ready!

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Emerging dancehall artist Keywee, who is based in Portmore, St. Catherine, is ready to take his career to the next level. The deejay inked a production and management deal with Seven Gate Record—a Canadian music label—in 2019. Since then, he has released several singles and music videos with the imprint and has even been invited to perform in Canada on two separate occasions.

Keywee‘s music is raw, hardcore dancehall with lyrics that are, for the most part, focused on the ladies. His biggest songs to date are “Melanin Pop” (August 2020), “Clean Like Skeleton” (December 2020), and “Nuh Use to Gyal” (January 2021). All three were produced and published by Seven Gate Record, and visuals were done for “Clean Like Skeleton” and “Nuh Use to Gyal.”

After years of putting in the work and paying his dues, Keywee is eager to have his music heard by a wider audience. The crew at Seven Gate is in agreement, and to that end, they have kicked off 2025 by resharing some of Keywee‘s previous releases while simultaneously working on new tracks that will be shared this year.