Jackie Hill Perry Signs With Reach Records

Posted on June 15, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Bestselling author, teacher, poet, and emcee Jackie Hill Perry has inked a deal with one of the biggest gospel-rap labels in the business, Reach Records. The announcement was made on June 13, and the team, headed by Lecrae, has already dropped her debut single.

The new track, aptly titled First Draft, went live on streaming platforms on the 14. However, the official video was uploaded to Jackie‘s YouTube channel the day before. Click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Chuck Fenda Will Headline The Derby Caribbean Carnival On July 21st

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The annual Derby Caribbean Carnival, one of the city’s liveliest events, is set to return on July 21st. Hosted by the Derby West Indian Community Association (DWICA), with support from the Arts Council England, this jamboree is not just a celebration for Antillians, but it also fosters unity and togetherness among residents of all backgrounds.

The parade will start at 1:00 p.m. It will go through the city centre, up St Peter’s Street, Babington Lane, Normanton Road, Pear Tree Road, Portland Street, Osmaston Park Road, and Moor Lane, before arriving at Osmaston Park.

Once at the park, there will be a major stage show with performances by both local and national acts. Jamaican reggae artist Chuck Fenda is the headliner.

Sunwave Music Festival

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The forthcoming Sunwave Music Festival, scheduled for Saturday, July 27th at the historic Dell Music Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is all about bringing Caribbean vibes to the city of brotherly love.

This year’s lineup includes the man who rose to stardom with the global megahit Jerusalema, Master KG; the queen of the talking drum, ARA; Bob Marley‘s grandson and an accomplished artist in his own right, Skip Marley; and platinum recording artist Kranium. It will be hosted by Flippa Moggela. Click here for tickets.

New Release “God We Love Riddim”

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The newly launched UK-based music imprint Cleanzing Light Records has just released a three-track reggae-gospel compilation called God We Love Riddim. It features songs performed by Shadrach, Lytie Powell, Royal Diadem, and Joshua Kesler.

Established as a gospel music promotional platform by producer and visionary Richard Chen, Cleanzing Light is focused on more than just the rudiments of a record label; the plan is to spread the word via the music.

Karamanti’s First Album “Dancehall Retaliates” Remastered

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

“Dancehall Retaliates,” Karamanti’s first full-length studio album released in 2013, has been remastered and is now back online

Songs presented on this album were instrumental in introducing the global reggae-dancehall community to Karamanti! The project led to her being nominated for the best female solo artist in 2013 by the Dancehall Industry Awards (in the UK). Additionally, the official video for “Rise,” a song featured on “Dancehall Retaliates,” was nominated for best dancehall video for 2013. To top it off, Reggae France included “Dancehall Retaliates” in the WINS REGGAE AWARDS, in the category for Dancehall Album of the year for 2013.

Both the original and remastered versions of “Dancehall Retaliates” were released by Blakkwuman22 Music. Most of the tracks were produced by Ricardo ‘Red Boom’ Reid and Shamarie ‘Digital Sham’ Bogle.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “DANCEHALL RETALIATES – REMASTERED”

Ky-Mani Marley Performs In Toulouse, France On July 10th

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Wednesday, July 10th, Ky-Mani Marley and Réunionese recording artist Sika Rlion will perform individual sets at Le Bikini, a popular live music venue in Ramonville-Saint-Agne, Toulouse, France.

This is an early show that’s schedule to begin at 7:30 p.m. local time. Tickets, which are going for €26.70, can be purchased on the venue’s website.

Exco Levi Confirmed For Aarhus Reggae Fest 2024

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Wayne Ford Levy, more popularly known as Exco Levi, will be bringing his spirit-filled music to the Aarhus Reggae Festival stage on September 28, 2024.

Exco Levi is a Jamaica-born Canada-based reggae artist who has won 5 Juno Awards since the start of his career in the mid 2000’s. The Junos are presented by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences to recognize outstanding achievements in Canada’s music industry. In other words, this is Canada’s equivalent to the internationally recognized Grammy Awards held in the United States of America. The preceding statement should put in context the stature of Exco Levi, especially within the Canadian musical landscape.

Although the lineup is not yet finalized, the organizers of the 2024 Aarhus Reggae Festival have confirmed that Exco Levi is among the performers. And as this is the first presentation since the pandemic, the festivities will be held at Volume Village (Thomas Koppels Gade 201) in Aarhus, Denmark.

The link to purchase discounted early bird tickets is now live on the venue’s website.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS