Catch Chezidek At ‘Rub-A-Dub In The Sky’ On Jan. 10th

Posted on December 15, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On January 10th, Chezidek will be live in concert at Good Vibes Friday at Sky Bar (Seville Heights) in Priory, St. Ann. This is an 18 and older event that will also feature Cut Stone Sound, DJ Ashile, and Bosey Killa. The organizers are asking that all attendees come out to have a good time. No negative energy allowed!

Chezidek has been active on the music scene since the early 2000s. He rose to prominence as a result of his hit songs, “Call Pon Dem” (featured in Grand Theft Auto IV), “Can’t Hear Must Feel,” “Inna Di Road,” and “Leave De Trees.”.

I-Wayne Added To ‘Original Dancehall Thursdays’ On Dec. 19

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Rastafarian roots reggae singer I-Wayne will be performing at the December 19th staging of ‘Original Dancehall Thursdays.’ In addition to his hit songs “Living In Love,” “Can’t Satisfy Her,” etc. I-Wayne is also known for his captivating live shows.

The Lava Ground artist will share the stage with the likes of VC, Johnny Clarke, Mikey General, King Tidal, Sitara, Ras Oneilly, Torch, King Kamptha, and others. ‘Original Dancehall Thursdays’ is presented at Rebel T H.Q., 52 Dumbarton Avenue (off Eastwood Park Road), in Kingston, Jamaica.

Bounty To Perform At The Upcoming ‘Umbrella Evening Brunch’

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The king of Kingston, Bounty Killer, will headline the forthcoming Umbrella Evening Brunch on Saturday, December 28th, on the lawns of the National Indoor Center (National Stadium). This is an all-white early event that will start at 4:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m.

Bounty will be supported by Karim Hype, DJ Banka, Poppi, Fyahman, Vinchi, Fire Team, Wayne Ed, and Junior Killa. Tickets can be purchased on firstinlineja.com.

Buju & Beres’ Intimate Concert Set For Jan. 4th In St. Ann, JA

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The second staging of the Intimate Concert series is set for Saturday, January 4th, at Plantation Cove in Priory, St. Ann, Jamaica. Headlined by both Buju Banton and Beres Hammond, the show will also feature some of their friends and colleagues.

So far—and this is subject to change—they have announced that the aforementioned main acts will be joined by Romain Virgo, Marcia Griffiths, Wayne Wonder, Empress Ayeola, and Bugle. For additional information and links to tickets, visit intimatejamaica.com.

Evvie McKinney’s Story

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Singer Evvie McKinney first found a national audience as a contestant on the TV singing competition The Four: Battle for Stardom. She won the inaugural season in 2018.

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, she started singing as a preschooler and learned gospel music from her father, a gospel and blues singer. McKinney was already performing professionally across several genres when, as a 20-year-old, she joined the Fox series The Four.

Entering as a challenger on the fifth of six episodes in the first season, she performed for a panel of judges that included Sean Combs, DJ Khaled, Meghan Trainor, and Republic Records president Charlie Walk.

McKinney won a record contract with the label when she was crowned champion in February 2018, having delivered powerful, nuanced versions of songs made famous by the likes of Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, and Andra Day, as well as the Oscar-winning song “Glory” by Common and John Legend.

She subsequently released an EP, This Is Evvie McKinney, in 2019, followed by her debut album, Love, Evvie McKinney, in 2022. Now in 2024 Evvie is mesmerizing audiences with her unbelievable vocals. She has been one of the more captivating performers at Tommee Profitt‘s “The Birth of a King: Live in Concert” series.

Genesis PraiseFest 2025

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jamaica Youth for Christ presents the annual Genesis PraiseFest on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Center in Kingston. This is both an in-person and online event. General admission tickets are J$4,000 for everyone except kids under 12. They will be asked to pay only J$1,500, while VIP is J$10,000. Online pay-per-view is also available for US$50.

Genesis PraiseFest will feature performances by DJ Nicholas, Kevin Downswell, Sister Patt, Ryan Mark, Blessed Messenger (from Trinidad), Johnmark Wiggan, Goddy Goddy, Prince Saj, Rian Davis, Audia Spencer-Brown, and the Genesis Praise Squad.

Irie Pen Records presents The Season (Official Music Video)

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

It’s the happiest time of the year! And Hopeton Lindo is feeling the vibes with ‘The Season,’ a song that celebrates Christmas. A video for the song, directed by TuneMiami, has been released to share the singer’s joy with family and friends.

Mostly filmed in sunny South Florida and chilly New Hampshire, the visual captures Lindo spending quality time with loved ones. In one scene, he expresses his joy with a resplendent Yuletide tree as the perfect backdrop.

Lindo has savored Christmas since his childhood in Jamaica. He has fond memories growing up in a large family whose bond got even stronger as December approached.

He explains the objective of the video which is edited by Winston Price Films in Jamaica.

“The concept is to show family and friends coming together no matter the weather to give thanks and celebrate the season,” said Lindo.

‘The Season’ is one of five songs on ‘Feel It Christmas’, an EP produced by his Irie Pen Record label. It also features ‘My Wish For Christmas’ by Peter G, ‘I’ll Be Home For Christmas’ by Novel-T, ‘Some Day At Christmas’ by Empress Uneek and ‘A Different Christmas’ by Lindo and Anthony Redrose.