DC World Reggae Fest Welcomes Etana, Beenie Man & Others On August 20

Posted on August 14, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2022 DC World Reggae Festival is all set for Saturday, August 20th at RFK Festival Grounds – 2500 Independence Ave SE – in Washington, DC. With the theme “Let there be Peace on Earth,” the Caribbean cultured event aims to promote diversity and unity through music among the relatable diasporas.

All the variations of Island music will be on display: roots-reggae, lovers-rock, dub, ska, soca, calypso, dancehall and kompa, among others. There will be performances by Nkula, Etana, Rupee, Beenie Man, Beres Hammond, Tiwa Savage and more.

The live music will be complimented by a variety of Caribbean, American and international dishes, a kids zone, local arts and crafts and several other family friendly features. Starting time is 12noon. Get tickets here.

Turbulence, Teflon & Tydal Proclaim Their Love For Reggae With Houston Concert

Posted on August 14, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Yard1 Promote will be hosting reggae artists Turbulence, Teflon & Tydal Kamau at Hush Lounge – 6501 Chimney Road – in Houston, Texas on Friday, August 26th. Entrance to the We Love Reggae concert is $15 USD before 11pm and more after. Get tickets here.

53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Nominees Announced

Posted on August 13, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Gospel Music Association has announced the nominees for the 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards. Top nominations include songwriter and producer Jeff Pardo with nine (9) nominations, Matthew West and Maverick City Music with seven (7) nominations each, six (6) nominations for Anne Wilson, Ben Glover, FOR KING + COUNTRY, Jeff Sojka, Jonathan Smith and Phil Wickham; and five (5) for Brandon Lake, CeCe Winans, Chandler Moore, Chris Brown, Jonathan Jay, and Steven Furtick. Voted on by the GMA Professional Membership, this year’s nominees were chosen from over 2,087 submitted entries.

Nominees were announced in an artist-hosted livestream event featuring Jimmie Allen, Erica Campbell, Evan Craft, Sonya Isaacs, Brandon Lake, Trip Lee, Chris Tomlin, and Tye Tribbett. The announcement premiered live on the GMA Dove Awards YouTube and Facebook pages. Read the complete list of nominees here.

Voting for the final winners will run August 18th through August 25th. The GMA Dove Awards are happening live and in person in Nashville, TN, October 18th, 2022. A limited number of tickets are still available. This year’s broadcast will air exclusively on TBN and the TBN app, Friday, October 21st, 2022 at 8:00p.m. ET and 10:00p.m. ET, with an encore presentation on October 28th, 2022 at 8:00p.m. ET and 10:00p.m. ET.

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Gospel Touchdown Grand Finale Is This Sunday! Jodian Pantry Among Performers (@jodianCPantry @patmore_paul)

Posted on August 13, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Gospel Touchdown – Season 3 will come to an end this Sunday, August 14, with finalists Adira Truthe, Jhadae Masters, Donica-Dennis Chambers, Yoshiko Clarke and Syvonia Lewis. The inspirational competition started with three judges: Jodian Pantry, Judith Gayle and Johnmark Wiggan; each selecting four singers from well over a hundred. The contestants are vying for a chance to win approximately $200,000 JMD in cash and prizes.

the consummation of season three will take place at Celebration Church – 1e Portmore Skating Rink – in St. Catherine (Jamaica). Producer Ragjhon Brown is opening up the finals to the public and it is absolutely free! That said, much like all the other episodes, this too will stream live online via Gospel Touchdown’s Facebook page, Instagram Live and YouTube channel. Starting time is 7pm.

Online viewers and in-person attendees will be treated to a special performance from the judges, as well as other established gospel ministers. Jodian Pantry, who’s currently one of the most in demand gospel singers in Jamaica, will not only be performing, but she will also be cheering on her team members Adira Truthe and Donica-Dennis Chambers.

Join Mr. Lexx, Alozade & Chico At “90s Badness”

Posted on August 13, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Sunday, August 21, the KJP Entertainment Center at 77 Mountain View Avenue in Kingston will be all about badness; specifically 90s Badness. That is the name of the event that will feature live performances by 90s dancehall artists Mr. Lexx, Alozade and Chico.

The free event will also have jugglings by DJ Flames, Pittyless and Mikey Propa. This is one retro party you don’t want to miss.

Watch Lecrae’s New Video “Spread The Opps” (@lecrae)

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

A few days ago – on August 5th – hip-hop artist Lecrae shared a new song and video titled Spread The Opps. The new record comes courtesy of the Reach Records imprint. According to the inspirational rapper, “Spread the Opps is basically the soundtrack for 1st Kings 18:36-39.”

If you have not yet heard the song or seen the visuals, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Slick Rick, Wayne Wonder, Shinehead On The Lineup For VPs “Dancehall Meets Hip-Hop 90s Style”

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Saturday, August 13, legendary label VP Records will present Dancehall Meets Hip-Hop 90s Style; a live concert featuring some of the best dancehall and hip-hop artists from the 1990s. Location is Summer Stage, Central Park on the Rumsey Playfield in Manhattan, New York.

This show will have live performances by Slick Rick, Wayne Wonder, Shinehead, Red Fox and Lady G. DJs Jazzy Joyce and Peter Panic will set the mood with a mix of classic hip-hop and reggae tunes; while DJ Ralph McDaniels of Video Music Box and New York radio legend Dahved Levy will carry out the hosting duties. This event is free to the public.