Celebrate Jamaica’s ‘Emancipendence’ In Florida With Chaka Demus & Pliers

Posted on July 20, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The city of Miramar in Florida – which has a very large and vibrant Jamaican community – will be celebrating Jamaica’s Emancipation and Independence (Emancipendence) on Saturday, August 6th, 2022.

The free event will be held at Miramar Regional Park, located at 16801 Miramar Parkway, from 12 to 6 PM EDT.

There will be a farmer’s market, kids zone, cultural stage and live musical entertainment. Legendary Jamaican reggae duo Chaka Demus & Pliers will be performing alongside singers Gem Myers and King Banton.

Anita Baker Will Perform At Little Caesars In Detroit On July 22nd (@IAMANITABAKER)

Posted on July 19, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Eight-time Grammy® Award-winning superstar Anita Baker will perform a special one-night-only homecoming show at Little Caesars Arena (Detroit, MI) on Friday, July 22nd at 8pm.

Baker is coming off the heels of a 50+ coast-to-coast, standing-room only, record-breaking, series of sold-out shows. Her chart-topping catalog touches multiple generations, and her concerts have featured multiple special guests, including Stevie Wonder, Regina Belle, Lalah Hathaway, Kelly Rowland, Alicia Keys, Ledisi, India Arie, BeBe Winans, Emily King and more. Get tickets here.

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Summer Jam 2022 Features Plies, Goodie Mob, Jeezy & Others

Posted on July 19, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Tickets are going fast for what hip-hop lovers in the South are calling the hottest concert of the year. Summer Jam 2022 is scheduled for Friday, July 29th at The Orion Amphitheater –
701 Amphitheater Drive NW – in Huntsville, Alabama.

It will feature Boosie BadAzz, Jeezy, Plies, Goodie Mob and more, from 6:30pm until… All ages will be allowed to enter, but only twenty-one and older can drink. Get tickets here.

Catch Christopher Martin & Romain Virgo On Grace Jamaican Jerk Fest NY This Summer

Posted on July 18, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae crooners Christopher Martin and Romain Virgo are on the lineup of the Grace sponsored Jamaican Jerk Festival in New York on Sunday, July 31st. The men will join Protoje, Cristale, LaaLee, Nigy Boy and Lila Ike at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens from 12 to 8pm.

In addition to the live performances, the event will also have celebrity chefs, arts and craft, kids fun zone and much more. This year the organizers will be celebrating the festival’s 10th anniversary in New York, Jamaica’s 60th anniversary of independence and Grace Foods 100th anniversary.

Duane Stephenson Joins Bounty Killer & Others On The St. Thomas Jerk Fest

Posted on July 18, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 2022 St. Thomas Jerk Festival will take place on Sunday, July 31st at Lyssons Pavilion in Lyssons, St. Thomas (Jamaica). The all day family event will feature performances by several artists from different genres: Duane Stephenson (reggae), Bounty Killer and Ding Dong (dancehall) and two of the islands’ biggest gospel artists: Kukudoo and Kevin Downswell.

Paid patrons will have an opportunity to win a motorbike, as two will be given away as the gate prize. And tickets, which can be purchased from firstinlinejadotcom, are going for $2,000 (adults) and $1,000 (kids).

Hezron Talks “Man On A Mission” (@iamhezron @Tadsrecord)

Posted on July 17, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

As the release date for his new album – M.O.A.M. (Man on a Mission) – draws closer, Hezron is out and about actively promoting the project. He recently stopped at CVM Sunrise to talk to hosts Raymond Pryce and Isat Buchanan about the inspiration behind the third single, Save The Children.

While there he used the opportunity to clearly state exactly what his mission is, and why it is so important that he remains steadfast in its pursuit. If you have not yet seen the compelling interview, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

The Cowichan Reggae Society Will Host Anthony B In Duncan, BC On Aug. 19th

Posted on July 17, 2022 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Rastafarian reggae/dancehall artist Anthony B will be performing at Eagles Hall – 2965 Boys Road – in Duncan, British Columbia on Friday, August 19th. The event, which is being presented by The Cowichan Reggae Society, is an early show that will run from 7pm to midnight. Click here for tickets.