Darius Live – Album Release & Red Carpet Experience

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Recording artist and producer Darius will be joined by Grammy, Stellar, Emmy, and Dove Award-winning artists for his album release and red carpet event on Saturday, January 11th, 2025. The affair is being presented in conjunction with Avenue Tampa, Inc. at Vū Tampa Bay, which is located at 2127 University Square Mall in Tampa, Florida.

Starting at 12 pm, Darius will be supported by his friends and colleagues: Kierra Sheard-Kelly, Jonathan Nelson, B. Slade, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, and others. Click here for tickets.

Rock Away Valentines Day Concert

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Harmony House, in collaboration with Jammins Events, presents the Rock Away Valentine’s Day Concert. This historic show is set for the day of love, Friday, February 14, at the world-class UBS Arena in Queens, New York.

For the first time ever, Grammy Award-winning, chart-topping artists Shaggy and Sean Paul will perform alongside the legendary king of lovers rock, Beres Hammond. Tickets for this highly-anticipated event will be available on both LiveNation.com and Ticketmaster.com.

Melkam Gena Ethiopian Christmas Benefit Concert

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Ethiopian Christmas is celebrated on the 7th of January; as such, some members of the Rastafarian faith will present an Ethiopian Christmas Benefit Concert on Tuesday, January 7th. Hosted by Denise Isis Miller, it will take place at Skyline Levels in Kingston, Jamaica, and will feature a lineup of roots artists and musicians.

Veteran reggae artists Mikey General and Sizzla Kalonji will headline. There will also be performances by Earl Chinna Smith, Isha Bel, Miriam Simone, T’Jean Bennett, Chakula, Kimmy Gold, Boom Dawn, Ras Takura, Keteis Oyonde, and others.

The show will start at 5 pm, and the entrance fee at the gate is J$3,000. However, early bird tickets are still available online for J$2,500.

King Remo Music Shares New Single By Ranking Joe “Robot”

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

King Remo Music is proud to announce its collaboration with Jamaican reggae legend Ranking Joe on the new single “Robot,” which premiered on Friday, January 3rd, 2025, across all major music platforms. Produced by Kutral Dub from Chile, this infectious track is sure to inspire listeners to engage in the playful robot dance before its conclusion. However, beneath the lively and catchy chorus lies a poignant message: Ranking Joe delivers a compelling warning regarding the potential ramifications of increasing automation in both the workplace and daily life.

Ranking Joe, an iconic figure in the early Jamaican dancehall scene, began his illustrious career at just 15 years old with his debut single “Gun Court,” recorded at Coxsone Dodd’s Studio One. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with esteemed producers such as Bunny Lee, Joe Gibbs, Henry “Jungo” Laws, Massive B, and Mungo’s Hi-Fi among others.

“Robot” serves as a precursor to the highly anticipated album “Reggae SoulJahs Worldwide Vol. 5,” set for release on January 10, 2025 by King Remo Music. This compilation will also showcase contributions from notable artists including Gappy Ranks, Sgt. Remo himself, Javier Alerta, Soulfiya & Gucci Boss, Tikaf, Nego Hights, Oskart, and Shak Manaly.

As one of the leading independent reggae labels in the United States based out of San Antonio, Texas, King Remo Music was founded by Sergio Ortiz—better known as reggae artist Sgt. Remo—who continues to champion authentic reggae music while fostering collaborations that resonate globally.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “ROBOT”

Professor Lupe Fiasco

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Hip-hop artist Lupe Fiasco will work as a visiting professor at Johns Hopkins University, Peabody Institute for the 2025 Fall season. He will teach rap as a part of the school’s new 4-year hip-hop degree program, which is being headed by professor and musical artist Wendel Patrick.

Unshakeable!

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Northeastern Conference Youth Ministries presents the 2025 NEC Youth & Young Adult Leadership Convention from January 17 through the 19th at the Marriott Hotel (243 Tresser Blvd.) in Stamford, Connecticut.

The conference will offer leadership training, networking opportunities, and an awesome worship experience. On Saturday, the 18th, the meeting will make way for the Unshakeable Concert starring Melvin Crispell III, Melaine Rochford, Linny Smith, and Jamia Jean-Pierre. Click here for additional information.

Christopher Martin For MP Floyd Green’s Party ‘We Still A Win’

Posted on January 3, 2025 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A lot of people may not know that Jamaica’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Mining, Floyd Green, who is also an attorney-at-law and member of Parliament for St. Elizabeth South Western, is a skilled selector.

Every year he combines his professional life as a politician with his love for music by hosting his birthday party and donating the proceeds to charity.

This year, his annual social gathering dubbed ‘We Still a Win’ will take place on Friday, January 10th, at the Barbary Hall Community Center. Reggae-dancehall singer and songwriter Christopher Martin will be performing live.