Tamela Mann’s Story

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Tamela Jean Mann is a singer, songwriter, and actress. She started her career with the gospel group Kirk Franklin and the Family, and was featured on several tracks: Now Behold the Lamb, Lean on Me, etc. She began her solo career by releasing the album Gotta Keep Movin in 2005, followed by The Master Plan in 2009.

Her third studio album, Best Days, reached No. 1 on the Billboard Gospel Albums Chart, and was certified Gold by the RIAA. The lead single Take Me to the King was a commercial success, earning her a Grammy nomination for Best Gospel/Contemporary Christian Music Performance. And her fourth studio album, One Way (2016), also reached No. 1 on the Billboard Gospel Albums Chart; with the single God Provides winning the Grammy Award for Best Gospel Performance/Song in 2017.

As an actress Mann has worked in multiple Tyler Perry productions. She appeared in Diary of a Mad Black Woman, Meet the Browns, Madea Goes to Jail, Madea’s Big Happy Family, and A Madea Homecoming. On television, she starred in the TBS sitcom Meet the Browns from 2009 to 2011, and in 2020 began starring in the BET sitcom Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living. She also starred and produced Bounce TV sitcom Mann & Wife (2015–17).

Along with her Grammy Award, Mann has earned many other accolades and honors, including multiple NAACP Image Awards, a Billboard Music Award, and a BET Award. In 2022, she was inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame. She has received a total of nine No. 1 on Billboard’s Gospel Airplay Singles Chart.

Zally Returns With New EP “Am Reggae” (@ZallyBuff)

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Recording artist Zally, the man with the unique raspy voice, is back with a brand new EP called Am Reggae. Released in late May, the independent project has a total of seven tracks and no features. Most importantly, it’s a well produced rhythmic record that’s filled with pragmatic messages about life.

When asked what inspired the EP, Zally said the following: “inspiration came from everything that’s going on in the world and around I, too much injustices, inequalities not to mention hate. Each song bring a different vibes, Am Reggae tells it all.”

Prior to Am Reggae going live on streaming platforms, Zally and his team in Florida shared the official video for the title track. Filmed in Largo and St. Petersburg, the beautiful visuals shows a dapper Zally performing the song in various locations while hanging with his son Zyan.

“Well am always recording new music, now is the time for some real reggae music no auto tunes. Plus I wanna bring forward original music. Too much copy cat, they all sound the same.” The preceding is a statement from Zally.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN “AM REGGAE”

Fantasia & Ricco Barrino Release The Official Video For “Lets Dance”

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Approximately one month ago, R&B singer and songwriter Ricco Barrino – who is also the brother of pop star Fantasia – released a modern love song called Lets Dance. The track is published on his own imprint, and is done in collaboration with Fantasia.

The pair are closing off the month of June by sharing the official video, which they uploaded to Fantasia‘s YouTube channel a few hours ago. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Ky-Mani Marley & Luciano Will Headline The IRAL Music & Arts Fest In Canada

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The International Reggae Afro Latin Music & Arts Festival (IRAL) returns to the Hill Top Resort in Grand Beach, Manitoba on July 14th. The three-day fest will wrap up on the 16th, and will feature a mix of Reggae, Latin and Afro performers.

Reggae legends Ky-Mani Marley and Luciano are this year’s headliners. They will be supported by De La Rosa, Jay D, Natalya, Trish, Tugstar, Samba Fusion, Ezoman, Fresh IE, Jah Cutta, and that is just to name a few.

This is a family event that will have lots of activities for young and old, as well as food, arts and craft, and so much more. Tickets are available on Hill Top Resort’s website.

Capleton Issues Warning About Petty Thieves “Watch Out Fi Dem”! (@Pandemicrecord1 @capletonmusic)

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Capleton is one of the most consistent artists in reggae-dancehall. He arrived on the scene in the late 1980s and began delivering hits from the very beginning: Bumbo Red, #1 Pon The Look Good Chart, No Lotion Man etc.

Fast forward to 2023, and the man affectionately referred to as King Shango is still at it! Capleton‘s latest single is Watch Out Fi Dem, a song in which he warns about the upsurge of petty thieves in society. Based on the references made on this record, one can only assume that it was inspired, at least in-part, by the recent yeng yeng bike robberies in Jamaica.

As he has consistently done throughout his career, the Grammy nominated deejay again tackles a very serious issue; but does so in a manner that makes it not just palatable to listeners who may otherwise reject such a message, but also entertaining.

Recorded on the Passion Fruit Riddim, Watch Out Fi Dem is produced by Pandemic Records & Entertainment LLC. The Passion Fruit rhythm-driven compilation also features Yahdeen Essence, Ras Kronik and Sizzla Kalonji. It is available on Apple Music, Amazon, Spotify and all other music platforms worldwide.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN “WATCH OUT FI DEM”

KCRW Festival Kicks Off With Reggae Night XXI

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

This year, the 2023 KCRW Festival is shaking things up a bit by starting with Reggae Night XXI. The legendary party enters its third decade on Sunday, July 23rd with sets from Beres Hammond, Steel Pulse, and Third World.

The event will take place at the Hollywood Bowl, which is located at 2301 N Highland Avenue, in Los Angeles, California; and this season’s edition is being presented in partnership with the LA Phil.

The Roots Will Be At College Street Music Hall On July 30

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Hip-hop super group, The Roots, will perform live at College Street Music Hall (238 College Street) in New Haven, Connecticut, on Sunday, July 30. This is an all-ages event that’s scheduled to start at 8:30 p.m., and the entrance fee ranges from $45 to $99.

The Roots is one of the most influential and impactful hip-hop collectives of all time. Founded by Tariq ‘Black Thought’ Trotter and Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson, the three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning multiplatinum group went from rapping on Philadelphia street corners all the way to gigs at The White House, a longtime stint as the house band on The Tonight Show, and creating their own annual festival: The Roots Picnic.