Donell Jones & Ginuwine Set for London Concert at Troxy

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Recording artists Donell Jones and Ginuwine will take the stage at Troxy on Friday, July 24, 2026. The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. at the iconic venue, which is located at 490 Commercial Road in London, Great Britain.

Known for their extensive catalogs of chart-topping hits, both artists have played a significant role in shaping contemporary R&B. The highly anticipated concert will give fans the opportunity to experience classic favorites performed live, celebrating two of the genre’s most recognizable voices. Get tickets here.

Ricky Dillard & New G’s to Celebrate 38th Anniversary with Pop-Up Concert in Milwaukee

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Gospel music icon Ricky Dillard, alongside his choir New G‘s, will bring his 38th Anniversary Pop-Up Concert to Milwaukee on July 26th at 5:00 PM, with doors opening at 4:30 PM. The concert will be held at Greater New Birth Church, located at 8237 W. Silver Spring Drive, under the leadership of Bishop RJ Burt, Sr. and Pastor Patricia Burt.

Tickets are available now, with General Admission priced at $25 and VIP access at $38. Attendees can secure their spots by visiting Eventbrite..

SMAC Conference Returns to Birmingham on August 5–8

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Singers & Musicians Arts Conference (SMAC) returns this year from August 5–8 at Tabernacle of Praise Ministries in Center Point, Alabama. The official host hotel for the conference is the Hilton Birmingham at UAB, conveniently located at 808 20th Street South in Birmingham.

The four-day conference opens Wednesday with an Empowerment Luncheon, followed by SMAC Bootcamp on Thursday, and closes Friday with the SMAC Showcase and “A Song Is Born” segment.

This year’s lineup includes SMAC President Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole as Wednesday’s featured speaker, along with Bishop E. Dewey Smith as Thursday’s speaker and Faith Evans as the luncheon’s keynote speaker. Additional guests include Jacky Clark-Chisholm, Ben Tankard, musical guest Melvin Crispell III, and musical group The Group Fire.

Registration is open now at www.DorindaClarkCole.com.

British Virgin Islands Gears Up for the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The British Virgin Islands is preparing to host the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival from July 25 through August 11, 2026. Commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Africans in the British Virgin Islands, the annual event brings together residents and visitors for more than two weeks of music, heritage, pageantry, food, and community festivities.

This year’s festival boasts a strong lineup of Caribbean talent, with confirmed performances from reggae, dancehall, and soca stars Beres Hammond, Popcaan, Sizzla, 450, Rock City (R. City), Problem Child, Patrice Roberts and Nadia Batson, in addition to numerous local and regional artists who will appear throughout the celebration.

Beyond the nightly concerts at Festival Village, attendees can look forward to a full slate of signature events, including the Miss BVI Pageant, Gospel Fest, Calypso Monarch, Soca Monarch, Fungi Fest, the Rise and Shine Tramp, cultural showcases, food fairs, and the colorful parades.

Emancifest 19 Returns to Sligoville Stadium with Free Two-Day Celebration

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

St. Catherine will play host to Emancifest 19, a two-day celebration of culture, gospel, reggae, rides, games, and family entertainment, set for July 31 and August 1, 2026, at Sligoville Stadium.

The event will be presented under the patronage of Member of Parliament Natalie Neita Garvey, continuing a tradition of community-centered Emancipation celebrations in the parish.

This year’s lineup features a strong roster of gospel and reggae talent, including Marcia Griffiths, Capleton, Tanya Stephens, Warrior King, Yaksta, Prodigal Son, Kevin Downswell, Sister Pat, Jodian Pantry, Perry In Christ, Jabez, Sativa D Black 1, and the Grace Thrillers.

Beyond the music, patrons can look forward to over 30 rides and games, making the festival a family-friendly destination for all ages. Admission is free.

Toronto JerkFest 2026 Marks 25th Anniversary

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Toronto JerkFest will celebrate its 25th anniversary from August 7 to 9 at Centennial Park in Etobicoke, Ontario. The weekend will bring together Caribbean cuisine, live entertainment, cultural showcases, family-friendly activities and premium hospitality services as organizers mark a quarter-century of the festival.

This year’s music lineup includes Jamaican recording artists Lukie D, Mr. Lexx, Spice and 450, as well as Trinidadian soca artist Patrice Roberts. Presented by TD, it runs Friday through Sunday, with 450 performing on August 7 and the rest of the headliners taking the stage on August 8 and 9.

Catch Machel Montano at Central Park This August

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Soca superstar Machel Montano is set to light up Central Park in New York with two nights of live performances on August 8th and 9th, both kicking off at 6 PM, as part of his “This Is The Encore” tour. The two-day event promises an electric atmosphere, with opening night on August 8th featuring a live performance by Full Blown.

Organizers are reporting strong demand for tickets, with Saturday’s show (August 8th) nearly sold out and Sunday’s date (August 9th) now the primary focus for fans hoping to attend. A limited number of tickets remain available for both dates. Fans looking to secure their spot can purchase tickets through the following links: