Olamidé’s New Album Will Be Released On June 14th (@Olamide)

Posted on May 18, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Nigerian artist Olamidé has shared audio and visuals for Rock, the first single from his forthcoming album, UY Scuti. The 10-track LP, Olamidé’s third new music project in just over a year, is set for release on June 14th through a partnership between his own YBNL Nation imprint and U.S. indie powerhouse, Empire.

The album finds Olamidé pulling inspiration from dancehall and reggae, as well as amapiano and alté, to create an intimate, highly personal soundtrack. Rising Nigerian beatmaker Eskeez handles the lion’s share of production on UY Scuti.

Have You Seen The Video For Capleton’s “Mama Lives”? (@capletonmusic)

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Mother’s Day (May 9th) Capleton uploaded the visuals for his 2020 hit single Mama Lives. The song, which was published last summer, was a tribute to his mother who passed away around that time.

Click here or on the image above to check out the video and remember to like, comment and share.

Black Thought, M1 & Sa-Roc All Confirmed For The Environmental Justice Summit This Thursday (@HipHopforChang3)

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Hip-Hop For Change will be hosting the fifth annual Environmental Justice Summit on Thursday, May 20th. The entire event will live stream via zoom and Facebook starting at 2PM PST.

In addition to the panel discussions and keynote speeches, there will also be live performances by Black Thought (from The Roots), M1 (from Dead Prez), Sa-Roc, Eastshore Highway and others.

The Roots’ “Do You Want More” Deluxe Edition To Be Released On June 25th (@theroots)

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On June 25th The Roots‘ major label debut, “Do You Want More,” will get the deluxe vinyl reissue treatment. It will be re-released in a limited 4LP set. The package comes complete with a booklet featuring never-before-seen photos and stories, all curated by Questlove.

Tekno Remakes “Enjoy” With Mafikizolo & Shares Visuals (@alhajitekno @MafikizoloSA)

Posted on May 15, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In November of last year, afro-pop artist Tekno released the single Enjoy via the Universal Music label. Much like most of his other records, it became an instant hit, so much so that it triggered a remix. The new version is done with South African musical duo Mafikizolo.

Both the song and video were shared at the beginning of May, and the video has already racked up well over half a million views on YouTube. Click here or on the image above to watch the clip and remember to like, comment and share.

Tina Turner, LL Cool J & Others Inducted In The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

Posted on May 15, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The 36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will take place on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at 8 p.m. ET at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio, will see its most diverse list of inductees in the history of the organization. This year’s inductees are:

Performer Category:
Tina Turner
Carole King
The Go-Go’s
JAY-Z
Foo Fighters
Todd Rundgren

Early Influence Award:
Kraftwerk
Charley Patton
Gil Scott-Heron

Musical Excellence Award:
LL Cool J
Billy Preston
Randy Rhoads

Ahmet Ertegun Award:
Clarence Avant

The live show will simulcast on SiriusXM’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Radio channel 310; and the full Induction Ceremony will air at a later date on HBO and stream on HBO Max.