Join The Biggest Soca Artists From The Caribbean At Culture Fete In Orlando

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

One of the most anticipated soca events for the month of May is Culture Fete, a live two-day concert scheduled for Memorial Day weekend – Friday, May 26th and Saturday, May 27th – at Central Florida Fairgrounds (4603 West Colonial Drive) in Orlando.

The remarkable lineup includes some of the biggest soca artists from the Caribbean: A-Team Band, Patrice Roberts, Nailah Blackman, Timeka Marshall, Farmer Nappy, Skinny Fabulous, Lyrikal, Ricardo Drue, Voice The Artist, Viking Ding Dong, Motto, and more. Get tickets here.

Luciano, Tony Rebel Confirmed For Reggae Culture Fest!

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Jammins Events has announced the highly anticipated Reggae Culture Fest, featuring world-renowned reggae artists Luciano and Tony Rebel, as well as emerging act Yaksta.

This exclusive concert series will take place on two dates, with the first show scheduled for Friday, June 9th, at College Street Music Hall in New Haven, Connecticut, and the second on Saturday, June 10th, at the NJ Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey. Both concerts will commence at 7pm.

Little Hero Drops New Video “Badman Round Here” (@Pandemicrecord1)

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Last November, while Jamaica was struggling with an inexplicable high murder rate, recording artist Little Hero – in partnership with Pandemic Records – released Badman Round Here, a song penned to accentuate the issue. Regretfully, although violent crimes have since decreased in some parishes, the reality is that it is an ongoing problem.

To that end, Hero and the team at Pandemic Records have just shared the official video for Badman Round Here. Directed by RGM Production, the stunning visuals brings Little Hero‘s words to life with exactitude.

The publishing of the visuals further cements the relationship between Pandemic and the God Alone singer. Collectively they’ve already gotten a #1 song: World Right Now, released in October, 2021. Furthermore, both brands have previously announced that they are working on an album that should be delivered before the end of this year.

Everton Blender, Duane Stephenson Will Perform In Orlando On June 17th

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Orlando based imprint, Open Doors, will be celebrating their first anniversary on Saturday, June 17th. As such, they’re partnering with Mirror Ink Production to commemorate the occasion with a massive stage-show and dance.

Some very notable reggae and dancehall stars will be performing, namely: Everton Blender, Kiprich, Duane Stephenson and Future Fambo. Several emerging artists and selectors are also on the lineup.

Carlene Davis, George Nooks To Perform At Labor Day Gospel Concert In Ochi

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

It’s that time of year again! On Tuesday, May 23rd, Jamaicans will pause for the annual Labor Day celebrations. This is a holiday that’s dedicated to the achievements of workers across the island.

For 2023, St. Michaels Funeral Home will mark the occasion with a Labor Day Gospel Concert at the Ocho Rios Primary School in St. Ann. They have invited Kukudoo, Carlene Davis, George Nooks, Goddy Goddy and Venecia Nicholson to join them in honoring the nation’s workers.

Mikey General Shoots Video For His Single “Up & At Them” (@Blakkwuman22)

Posted on May 13, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Two weeks ago, legendary reggae artist Mikey General – in collaboration with Blakkwuman22 Music – got together to shoot the official video for his single, Up & At Them. The song is featured on the Survive Riddim, released on March 21st via the aforementioned imprint.

Clips for the video were captured at Exodus Recording Studio (off Red Hills Road), as well as in the Ackee Walk district, an area that was instrumental to Mikey General‘s career, in the early years. The music video, which was shot by Maria Jackson 27, is currently being edited, and will be officially published in a few days.

In addition to Mikey General, the Survive Riddim also features songs by veteran bass player and singer Wormbass, vocalist Earl Smith Jr. – who is the son of famed guitarist Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith – and lyricist, songwriter and producer Karamanti (the CEO and owner of Blakkwuman22 Music).

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “SURVIVE RIDDIM”

Sean Paul, Patrice Roberts, Busta Rhymes & Elephant Man Booked For “Out Of This World Music Fest”

Posted on May 13, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Saturday, June 3rd, Renegade Mas will present the Out Of This World Music Festival at Camana Bay (Festival Green) in George Town, Cayman Islands. This is a major event that will feature live performances by trending hip-hop, dancehall and soca artists.

The headliners are Sean Paul, Patrice Roberts, Busta Rhymes and Elephant Man; who will all be supported by Renegade, Don Hot, Silent Matic, Joshie Vybz, Georgie Duarte and Max Kazakov. Get tickets here.