Brother Gary’s Birthday Celebration!

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Bro Gary will present his Gospel Birthday Celebration on Sunday, August 25th, at New Hope Family Worship Center (817 Livonia Avenue) in Brooklyn, New York. This is a four-hour event that will run from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. EDT.

As a popular radio personality and public figure, Brother Gary will bring together a diverse group of performers. Confirmed are inspirational reggae artist Gramps Morgan, gospel acts Jonathan Nelson, Kevin Downswell, and Prodigal Son, comedians Pretty Boy Floyd and Fancy Cat, and selectors Billy Slaughter and Glamour Wayne. Click here for tickets.

Kings In Action

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

SDMC Entertainment Inc. presents Kings in Action, a reggae concert headlined by the one-and-only Luciano. It will be held at Club Amazura in Jamaica, New York, on Friday, September 6th. The starting time is 9:00 p.m.

Even though Luciano is the main act, other artists are also on the program, namely Lil Twitch and Khalia. All performers will be supported by Derrick Barnett and his band of musicians. Kings in Action will be hosted by Davhed Levy, and Road International will provide the juggling.

General admission for this event is US$60, but early bird tickets are currently going for US$40 via All Events and Eventbrite.

Hallelujah 95.5 FM’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Concert

Posted on July 30, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Mississippi’s Hallelujah FM radio is celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, and they are marking the occasion with a major concert on Saturday, August 17th.

That said, they have invited John P. Kee, Dorinda Clark Cole, Melvin Williams, Benjamin Cone III, Worship, and Darrel Petties & Take 2 to join them at the New Horizon Church (1750 Ellis Avenue) in Jackson. Click here for tickets.

VP Records 45th Anniversary Celebration – A Tribute to Peetah Morgan

Posted on July 30, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Since the late 1970s, VP Records has been instrumental in getting reggae, dancehall, and soca music on platforms usually reserved for mainstream genres. This year, the New York-based record label and distribution company celebrates its 45th anniversary.

One of the events on their agenda is the Peetah Morgan tribute concert, scheduled for Saturday, August 10th, at Central Park in Manhattan. It will feature performances by Morgan Heritage and friends. This show is also a part of the Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage free outdoor festivals.

Kevin Downswell Releases Visuals For “My Year”

Posted on July 29, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Kevin Downswell, the man with many titles, with the most recognized being that of Believer, has just released the official video for his single My Year. The inspirational reggae song was first shared in April 2024 under his own Downswell Records.

If you have not yet seen the visuals, which were uploaded to his YouTube channel a few days ago (on July 24th), click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Howard Gumbo Presents Sohnai’s Summer Soirée With Bobby V.

Posted on July 29, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Howard Gumbo’s Sohnai’s Summer Soirée is a night filled with delicious food, lively music, and great company. It’s an in-person event that will be held at 1019 Del Paso Blvd. in Sacramento, California, on August 24th, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. local time.

It will feature performances by R&B singer Bobby V, as well as several local artists: Aldin, Sohnai, Yumz Awkword, The Turffeinz, and others. Comedian Hannibal Thompson will host, and tickets are available via Eventbrite.

Ernie Smith, Ed Robinson & Others For ‘Jamaica Emancipendence Ole time Fair’

Posted on July 29, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The city of Miramar will present an Ole Time Fair on Saturday, August 3rd, in honor of Jamaica’s Emancipation and Independence. It’s a free event that will be at the Miramar Amphitheatre at Miramar Regional Park in Florida. It will start at 3:00 p.m. and end at 11:00 p.m.

As this is a live music, entertainment, and cultural showcase, it will feature performances by Ernie Smith, Ed Robinson, Richie Spice, Super Cat, and Gramps Morgan. They will also have a kids zone and a farmers market.