Usher, J. Cole, Drake & Burna Boy Named Headliners For Dreamville Fest 2023 (@Dreamvillefest)

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The dates, location and lineup are set for the 2023 staging of J. Cole‘s Dreamville Festival. It will be held at the Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 1st and Sunday, April 2nd.

The two-day event will see a wide range of performers from various genres. On Saturday they will feature Lil Durk, Ari Lennox, City Girls, Sean Paul, Earthgang, Jessie Reyez, Key Glock, SiR, Lute, Omen and Marqus Clae; with Usher as the headlining act.

While on day two, J.Cole and Drake – the headliners – will be supported by Summer Walker, J.I.D, Glorilla, BAS, Waka Flocka Flame, Mario, Ayra Starr, Baby Tate, Cozz, Jordan Ward and Reuben Vincent.

Additionally, African star Burna Boy is the festival’s special guest artist. He will perform on Sunday. Get additional information here.

The ‘R&B Music Experience’ Will Be Back In Chicago On April 14th

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, April 14th, Global Events Production will present the second edition of the R&B Music Experience at the Wintrust Arena – 200 East Cermak Road – in Chicago, Illinois.

Patrons will be treated to performances by rhythm-and-blues legends Xscape, Brian McKnight, El Debarge, 112, Silk and H-Town; with confirmed host DJ Aone at the controls. Tickets are available on ticketmaster.

I-Wayne Confirmed For ‘Crimson Red’ On March 11th

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Block Aye’s Crimson Red returns this weekend, on Saturday, March 11th, starting at 8pm, on their lawn at the University of the West Indies (Kingston). They have tapped international recording artist I-Wayne to perform, and promises that it will be bigger and better than their other events.

Ikaya Claims “Self Defense” In Domestic Abuse Brawl (@IkayaOfficial @Pandemicrecord1)

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Kadian Blair, more popularly known as Ikaya, has instigated a robust discussion about domestic abuse and what should be the appropriate response to an unfaithful partner. The talks began shortly after her new single – Self Defense – began making the rounds last month.

On the controversial track, Ikaya tells the tale of a woman who claimed Self Defense after killing her cheating companion, a man who – in addition to committing adultery – had abused her repeatedly throughout most of their relationship. Responses to the record – and its underlying message – have been mixed; with some people in support of Ikaya‘s position, and others opposing it.

In addition to being a very interesting and thought-provoking story, Self Defense is also a superb song. It was well written, and was performed immaculately by the Waterhouse native.

Featured on the Things & Time Riddim, which was produced by Pandemic Records, Self Defense was officially released in January, 2023. Other artists on the compilation are: Chronic Law, Takeova, Jah Lama, Little Hero, Frass Khalifa and Xip Boss.

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‘Rock Steady’ With Tarrus Riley, Pressure Busspipe & Duane Stephenson On Mar.25th In The USVI

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

All in One Promotions, in conjunction with the USVI Department of Tourism-Division of Festivals, is inviting all reggae lovers and partygoers to their world-class event dubbed Rocking Steady. It promises to be a night of incredible music performed by legendary artists: Tarrus Riley, Pressure Busspipe and Duane Stephenson.

Rocking Steady will be held at the Crown Bay Center in St. Thomas, USVI, on Saturday 25th March, from 8pm until 2am the following day. General admission on the day of the show is $75; however, advance tickets are still available for $60.

Catch Bounty Killer In Clarendon On April 7th

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, April 7th, dancehall artist Bounty Killer will perform at Cubes Party JA. The event is to take place at the Versatile Complex in May Pen, Clarendon. Music will be provided by Stone Love Sound, DJ Cancer, No Limit International, and Niney Badness; with Wayne Spice confirmed as host. Click here for tickets.

My MM Productions’ Positive Transfusion EP Takes The Top Spot In South Florida

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Love Uprising by JC Lodge is currently #1, while Wayne Armond‘s New Babylon enters the top ten, on the South Florida Reggae Charts compiled by Clinton Lindsay. To boot, the Positive Transfusion EP, on which the aforementioned songs are featured, is #2 on the album charts!

JC Lodge‘s primary placement should not surprise anyone who has heard the song, and has been following its rapid advancement on reggae playlists all over the world. Lodge is a living legend with mega hits like Someone Loves You Honey, Telephone Love and other chart topping songs under her belt. And based on its trajectory, Love Uprising is on track to achieve a similar status.

Likewise, New Babylon, performed by Wayne Armond – the consummate songwriter and composer from the famed reggae band Chalice – is undoubtedly one of the most compelling reggae songs out right now. In a riveting manner it questions the current state of our youths, our music, and our overall way of life. According to Armond, this is the ‘New Babylon.’

The other songs on the Positive Transfusion EP are: War a Gwaan by Luciano, Mama You Worthy by Pinchers, Gonna Be Alright by Carlton Coffie and Don’t Trust Dem by Stevie Malekuu.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “POSITIVE TRANSFUSION” EP