República do Reggae 2024

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Latin America’s largest reggae festival, República do Reggae, is all set for November 30, 2024, at WET Salvador in Bahia, Brazil. Started in 2003, the organizers have always strived to book the biggest national and international reggae acts.

So far for this year they have confirmed Alpha Blondy, Steel Pulse, Clinton Fearon, Etana, Edson Gomes, Eek-A-Mouse, Tribo De Jah, Mato Seco, and Leoes De Israel. In addition to the live show, attendees will also have access to the dub tent, a craft fair, and the Little Republic Store.

Spragga Benz, Singer J & Others For ‘Red Out’ In Boston

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Saturday, November 2nd, Dynamite Promotion will present a dance and stage show called Red Out. It will be held at Kays Lounge (1125 Bluehill Avenue) in Dorchester, Boston’s largest and most diverse neighborhood.

Spragga Benz, Singer J, Xyclone, Briggy Benz, Alien, and Realest are all confirmed to perform live. Additional music will be provided by Dynamite Sound, Enterprise Squad, Ghetto Hype, and DJ Gas.

Everton Blender’s 70th Birthday Celebration

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Everton Blender‘s 70th birthday celebration is arguably one of the most anticipated reggae events happening in Miramar, Florida, this year. Presented by Blendem Productions, Everton‘s own imprint, the reggae-dancehall party, which is more like a festival, will be staged on Sunday, November 24 at the Miramar Readiness Center, located at 5001 Flamingo Road.

Everton Blender and his team are clearly pulling out all the stops, as they have invited some of the biggest names in the reggae-dancehall industry to partake. To that end, they have invited Spragga Benz, Agent Sasco, Bushman, Gyptian, Admiral Tibet, Louie Culture, Lutan Fyah, and many more established and emerging acts to perform live.

Furthermore, in addition to the live show, they will have several deejays and sound systems on hand to keep the music going. Copper Shot, Starbwoy International, King Courage, Island Vibes Sound, and DJ Mammas Boy are among the selectors on the lineup.

The scheduled running time is noon to 10:00 p.m. It should also be noted that Jamaica’s Consul General in Miami, Oliver Mair, and Commissioner Maxwell B. Chambers are Everton Blender‘s special guests. Tickets can be purchased online via caribtix.com.

Tamela Mann’s New Album “Live Breathe Fight” Is Out Now!

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

American gospel singer and actress Tamela Mann released her new album, “Live Breathe Fight,” via her own Tillyman Music Group on October 11, 2024. The uplifting, inspirational project has a total of eleven tracks and no notable features.

The official video for the lead single “Working For Me” was shared on Tamela‘s YouTube channel in early August. If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share. The new LP is available on all streaming platforms.

De La Soul Releases New Video “Oodles of O’s”

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Thirty-three years after it was first shared, De La Soul has finally released the official video for “Oodles of O’s.” The track is featured on their 1991 album, “De La Soul Is Dead.” If you have not yet seen the clip, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Da’Ville, Chico, Frankie Sly & Little John For Singer J’s Earthstrong In Florida

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Recording artist Singer J will be celebrating his birthday at an event called “Cya Stop Me Now” on Saturday, November 9th. It will be held at Klub Kutters, which is located at 215 SW 27th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The Scorpio Affair will also see the likes of Chico, Da’Ville, Frankie Sly, and Little John performing, with the viral king Foota Hype making an appearance. Mama Lawna and DJ Gadaffie will host, while Tek 9 Sound, Mamma’s Boy, and Sky Toppa will be on the ones and twos.

Richie Stephens Headlines Benefit Concert For Lt. Stitchie In Chicago

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

As reggae, dancehall, and gospel communities in Jamaica and overseas continue to send well wishes and make donations to Lt.Stitchie, some within those groups are going even further. For example, Richie Stephens, a longtime friend of The Dancehall Governor, is among those who, in addition to contributing to Stitchie‘s rehabilitation journey, is also headlining a concert from which all proceeds will go towards the Lieutenant Stitchie Foundation Fund.

The event, dubbed Richie for Stitchie, will be presented on Friday, November 29th, at Seven Star Lounge (2017 West Howard Street) in Chicago, Illinois. It will also feature the Indika Reggae Band and musical juggling by the world-immortal Stone Love Sound. Starting time is 8:00 p.m., and general admission tickets are US$30.00.

Lt. Stitchie has recently suffered a severe brain hemorrhage that initially made him unresponsive. However, his condition is improving. According to his wife Sophia Laing, “he’s hearing, his eyes are open, he responds to voices that he knows, and he is on the road to recovery.” That said, they are still seeking financial help to cover his medical expenses.

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