Jambana One World Festival Returns to Celebrate Emancipation Day

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Jambana One World Festival will take place on August 3, 2026, at Brampton Sports Park, located at 7575 Kennedy Road South. Presented by TD, the free event runs from 1 PM to 8:30 PM and celebrates Emancipation Day with a lineup of reggae, soca, and Caribbean music.

This year’s festival features performances by Glen Washington, Exco Levi & High Priest, Joshua Lucas, Kairo McLean, Pan Masters, Tonya P, The Future Collective, and Yendi. The event will be hosted by Master T and Tanya Mullings.

In addition to live music, attendees can look forward to vendors, family-friendly activities, and a taste of Caribbean cuisine. The festival is supported by the City of Brampton and House of Kuumba.

For more information, visit jambana.com.

Kevin Downswell to Host Pre-Album Launch Worship Experience in Portmore

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Award-winning Jamaican gospel artist Kevin Downswell will present a special Pre-Album Launch Worship Experience on Sunday, July 19, at 6:00 p.m. at Portmore New Testament Church of God in St. Catherine. The event forms part of the church’s 50th Anniversary Jubilee Celebration.

The evening will give attendees an exclusive preview of music from Downswell‘s forthcoming album, ahead of its official release. Click here for tickets and additional information.

Maxi Priest Joins Boogietown 2026 Lineup

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

International reggae recording artist Maxi Priest is among the celebrated performers confirmed for Boogietown, taking place on Saturday, July 11, at Apps Court Farm in Surrey, England. Renowned for his smooth blend of reggae and R&B, the British-Jamaican singer adds a strong reggae presence to a lineup that also includes Gloria Gaynor, Shalamar, Gabrielle, Soul II Soul and Boney M.

With thousands of music fans expected to attend, Boogietown will showcase an eclectic mix of disco, soul, funk, reggae and dance music, providing Maxi Priest with another major platform to perform some of the timeless hits that have made him one of reggae’s most enduring international ambassadors. Get additional information here: boogietown.co.uk.

Motorcity All White Gospel Fest Returns to Detroit This August

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

C2 Productions has announced the upcoming Motorcity All White Gospel Fest, scheduled for Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the historic Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, 2600 Atwater Street in Detroit. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with the show beginning at 6:00 p.m.

The festival will feature an outstanding lineup of gospel artists, headlined by Donald Lawrence & The Company and Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers. Also scheduled to perform are Jonathan McReynolds, Detroit’s own Dr. Toni Booker & Booker Productions, Le’Andria Johnson, Denise Tichenor, Mali Music, and Semaje. A special performance by The Best of the Shekinah Glory Lead Singers—featuring Valencia Lacey, Desmond Pringle, and Kim Stratton—will also be part of the evening.

Presented in partnership with the JM Group, Glasses Dark, EAE Selah, and The Business Vault, and powered by SDGAM Holdings Group, Inc., the event encourages all patrons to honor its signature “All White” theme by wearing white attire. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.

Goapele Brings “Closer” 25th Anniversary Tour to Keystone Korner Baltimore for July 4th Weekend

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Baltimore’s Keystone Korner will host Goapele for a two-night, four-show engagement over Independence Day weekend, with performances Saturday, July 4 at 6 PM and 9 PM, and Sunday, July 5 at 5 PM and 8 PM.

The shows are part of Goapele‘s “Closer” 25th Anniversary Tour, marking a quarter-century since the release of her debut studio album, “Closer,” from 2001.

Keystone Korner, located at 1350 Lancaster Street, is one of Baltimore’s premier music venues. Tickets and additional information are available at keystonekornerbaltimore.com.

New Dates Added to Kenny Lattimore’s Summer/Fall Tour

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

R&B icon Kenny Lattimore, known for classics like “Never Too Busy” and “For You,” continues his live run this summer and fall, with tickets on sale now via KennyLattimore.com.

Upcoming stops include:
7/11 – Cambridge, MD
7/27 – Charlotte, NC
7/31 – Pittsburgh, PA
8/2 – New York City, NY
8/15 – Cincinnati, OH
8/21 – Nashville, TN
8/25–26 – St. Louis, MO
8/27 – Boston, MA
8/29 – Chicago, IL
9/6 – San Diego, CA
9/20 – Cape Town, South Africa

Gospel Industry Coalition Announces “Night of Worship” Concert for GIC 2026

Posted on July 2, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Gospel Industry Coalition, in partnership with EvoWorld Entertainment, will present a free “Night of Worship” concert as part of GIC 2026, a Stellar Awards-sanctioned event.

The concert takes place on Thursday, August 13, at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM, at Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, located at 727 W Trade St, Charlotte, NC. Admission is free and open to the public.

The lineup features Men of Prayze, Bre Holly & Faithful, Darrel Petties & Take 2, Blest by Four, and DJ Allen & Righteous. The evening will also include a special presentation by Lisa Knowles-Smith, CEO of EvoWorld.

Organizers describe the concert as an opportunity for “powerful voices and gifted psalmists” to unite in celebration of faith.