Tonya P Nominated For 3 Reggae North Music Awards

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Tonya P is considered reggae royalty in Canada. She is the daughter of beloved Jamaican promoter Clive ‘Kubba’ Pringle, who was the owner and operator of the popular MXIII Entertainment Complex in Negril before his passing. This was the home of Bob Marley Birthday Bash in Jamaica.

Following in her father’s footsteps, Tonya P fell in love with music and has been actively involved in the industry since the tender age of 14. In addition to being a singer and songwriter, she is also an accomplished producer and co-owner of Starliners Entertainment, an imprint she operates with her husband Mally Bless, who is a recording artist as well.

With all that she has done and continues to do, it is no surprise that Tonya P is nominated for 3 Reggae North Music Awards. The inaugural award show will be staged at The Rose Theatre (1 Theatre Lane) in Brampton, Ontario, on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Tonya is nominated for Top Female Vocalist of the Year, Top Reggae Song of the Year (female), and Songwriter of the Year.

As she prepares herself for the event, Tonya P and her team are busy promoting her recently released single, Rise. The song was published in early August, on the 9th, and it’s already enjoying favorable features and rotation on reggae platforms all over.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “RISE”

Catch The Roots, Digable Planets & Arrested Development At Wolf Trap This Weekend

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Roots, led by Questlove and Black Thought, will headline a major concert at the Filene Center (1551 Trap Road) in Vienna, Virginia this Saturday, August 31st.

The all hip-hop show will also feature Digable Planets with their chart-topping hits “Rebirth Like Slick (Cool Like Dat)” and “Where I’m From,” as well as Grammy-winning Arrested Development with their mega-hits “Tennessee,” “People Everyday,” and “Mr. Wendal.”

Bugle’s New Album “Apex” Is Out Now On All Music Platforms

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jamaican reggae-dancehall artist Bugle has just released the follow-up to his 2021 16-track record “Toxicity.” The new album, “Apex,” went live on streaming platforms last Friday, August 23rd, via Bugle’s own An9ted Entertainment and Evidence Music.

“Apex,” which also has sixteen tracks, features collaborations with Ras Shadai, Damian Marley, Buju Banton, Capleton, Rorystonelove, Tifa, Gihrl, Chaps, Barrington Levy, Military Man, and Maxi Priest. Click here to download “Apex” from your preferred digital music store.

MC Lyte Releases New Single “Thank You”

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

One of the pioneers of female rap, MC Lyte, has just released an inspirational single called Thank You. The record features Mary Mary and Muni Long, and is being labeled as gospel by some industry insiders, not because of Mary Mary but rather because of MC Lyte‘s overt and passionate praise and acknowledgement of God.

Hip-hop lovers, however, who are of the belief that Lyte may be dropping an album soon, consider Thank You one of the strongest of her recent releases. It went live on streaming platforms on August 23rd and is on the My Block Inc. imprint.

Geneva International Gospel Festival

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

After the success of last year’s inaugural Geneva International Gospel Festival, the organizers have decided to do it again. That said, they will be having the 2nd edition on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the Théâtre du Léman (Quai du Mont-Blanc 19) in Geneva, Switzerland.

Last year was all about one of the legends of gospel, Donald Lawrence. This year, Stellar Award winner Jonathan Nelson will perform along with Tobbi White, Tommi White, and the Sova Gospel Mass Choir. For additional information and links to tickets, visit genevagospelfestival.com.

Janet Jackson Announces Las Vegas Residency For The Upcoming Winter Season

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

American pop star Janet Jackson has announced that she will be doing a residency in Las Vegas in the upcoming winter season. It will commence on December 30, 2024, at the Resorts World Theatre and will remain in effect until February 15, 2025.

The Las Vegas Residency follows the Together Again U.S. summer shows performed earlier this year, as well as the upcoming U.K. and Europe concerts scheduled for this fall. Click here for tickets.

The Meditations Confirmed For Moe’s Alley On Sept. 27th

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jamaica’s legendary trio, The Meditations, is confirmed to perform at Moe’s Alley (1535 Commercial Way) in Santa Cruz, California, on Friday, September 27th. The spiritually conscious roots reggae group will be joined by local selector DJ Spleece as well as some special guests.

Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke, and Winston Watson, collectively known as The Meditations, recorded their first hit single “Woman is Like a Shadow” in 1974 at Channel One Recording Studio. They made their mark and sealed their place as reggae legends with the release of their first two albums, “Message From The Meditations” and “Wake Up.” Known the world over as Jamaica’s legendary harmony trio, The Meditations captured the hearts of reggae fans around the world.