Download Dean Fraser’s Yuletide Album “Nyabinghi Christmas”

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Mello, relaxing and refreshing are some of the words used to summarize what’s felt when listening to Dean Fraser’s 16-track album, Nyabingi Christmas. The pulsating sound of the African drums, coupled with the melodies played by the wind instruments – led by Jamaican saxophone guru Dean Fraser – is all anyone need this time of year.

The LP, which was produced by Fraser and Tad A. Dawkins Jnr., features some of our most treasured Christmas carols. Felice Navidad, Deck The Halls, Long Time Ago, Do You Hear What I Hear, The Little Drummer Boy, and I Wish You A Merry Christmas are some of the songs performed on this record.

Musicians that contributed to the project are: Kirk Bennett on drums; Congo Billy, Hector Lewis, Denver Smith and Kirk Bennett (nyabingi drums); Andrew ‘Stringy’ Marsh on piano; Mikey Fletcher (upright bass); Dario Morgan and Monty Lamont Savory on guitar; Zoe Brown (flute); Dwight Richards and Okeil McIntyre on trumpet; Everton Pessoa (trombone); and Dean Fraser on lead saxophone.

Nyabinghi Christmas is available on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music and all other streaming platforms courtesy of Tad’s Record Inc.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “NYABINGHI CHRISTMAS”

The “Who Is Jill Scott?” 20th Anniversary Tour Returns Next Year (@missjillscott)

Posted on December 6, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In early 2020 before covid-19 forced us indoors, American soul singer and songwriter Jill Scott was engaged in a nationwide tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of her album, Who Is Jill Scott?. Unfortunately, it was cut short, as containing the pandemic became the priority.

Now that the virus is behind us, Scott has announced that she will resume the tour in February, 2023. Below are the announced dates and location.

02-28 Augusta, GA – Bell Auditorium
03-02 Macon, GA – City Auditorium at Macon Centreplex
03-04 Columbia, SC – The Township Auditorium
03-07 Jacksonville, FL – Moran Theater
03-16 Philadelphia, PA – The Met
03-18 Philadelphia, PA – The Met
03-23 Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theatre
03-27 Newark, NJ – New Jersey Performing Arts Center
03-29 Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
03-31 Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
04-01 Cleveland, OH – MGM Northfield Park
04-23 Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
04-26 Memphis, TN – Orpheum Theatre
04-28 Chattanooga, TN – Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium
05-03 Savannah, GA – Johnny Mercer Theatre
05-05 Greensboro, NC – Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts
05-06 Atlanta, GA – Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park
05-11 Washington D.C.- The Theater at MGM National Harbor
05-14 Washington D.C. – The Theater at MGM National Harbor
06-22 Los Angeles, CA – The Hollywood Bowl

Professor Nuts Performing At Skankin22 This Saturday

Posted on December 6, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

This Saturday, December 10th, the one and only Professor Nuts will perform at Skankin22; a retro party centered around music from the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. It will be held at 22Jerk, the spacious indoor/outdoor restaurant located at 22 Barbican Road in Liguanea (Kingston, Jamaica).

Live entertainment aside, music will be provided by Arif Cooper and Krazy Kris; with Oral Tracey doing hosting duties.

Ginuwine, Hi-Five & Others Will Join Bobby Brown For The 90s R&B All Black Party In Baltimore

Posted on December 6, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, December 30th some of the biggest names in 90s rhythm and blues will converge at the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena – 1000 Hilltop Circle – in Baltimore, Maryland, for a classic All Black Party dubbed Ladies Night.

There will be performances by Bobby Brown, Dru Hill, Ginuwine, 112, Silk and Hi-Five. Key sponsors for this event are Magic 95.9FM and NYE Weekend. Get tickets here.

The R&B Music Experience Will Be In Louisiana This Week

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The R&B Music Experience continues this week, stopping next at the Brookshire Grocery Arena – 2000 Brookshire Arena Drive – in Bossier City, Louisiana, on Friday, December 9th. There will be performances by Monica, Bell Biv Devoe, Xscape, Tamar Braxton, 112 and Silk.

This event is scheduled to start at 8pm, and tickets can be purchased via ticketmaster.

Jah Vinci Booked For St. Catherine High School’s 2022 BBQ

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Friday, December 16, St. Catherine High School Alumni Association will host their 2022 barbecue on the school grounds – 35 St John’s Road – in Spanish Town, Jamaica. The fun-day will feature rides for the pupils, a music room, and a stage show with performances by Jah Vinci and other popular dancehall artists.

Entrance fee for students is $1,800 JMD; while adults are being asked to pay $2,500. This is an all day event that will begin in the morning at approximately 11am.

Gramps Morgan Shares New Video From His “Deeper” EP (@grampsmorgan)

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In September of this year, Gramps Morgan – a member of the international reggae group Morgan Heritage – released a six-track EP titled Deeper. The project can appropriately be classified as soul music fused with Caribbean rhythms, done in acoustic style.

At the end of November Gramps shared the official video for track #3, Butterfly. If you have not yet seen the visuals, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.