Rhoda Isabella Will Be At “Levites In Praise” (@rhoda_isabella)

Posted on June 8, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

First Church Of The Open Bible, located at the corner of Water Lane and Dome Street in Montego Bay, Jamaica, will welcome gospel sensation Rhoda Isabella to their stage on Saturday, June 24th. The Sterling Gospel Music Awards winner is the headlining act for Levites In Praise.

Levites In Praise is a major gospel concert that will also feature Yvonne Cowen, Danae Simms, Shaundre Cowan, Christina Kerr-Cleghorn, and Adoracion, with MC Sanjay Morris. Ticket outlets are Sam Sharpe Teacher’s College and Full Coverage Music Store.

Tarrus Riley & Gyptian Among Artists Confirmed For “Scotland Freedom Day Concert”

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

On Monday, June 19th, Scotland DMV Entertainment and Minds in Motions Child Care will join forces to present the Scotland Freedom Day Concert. It will take place at Howard County Fairgrounds – 2210 Fairgrounds Road – in West Friendship, Maryland, and will feature a blend of Caribbean and American urban music.

The all-star cast of confirmed performers are: the legendary Wyclef Jean, Mr. Singy-Singy aka Tarrus Riley, the versatile vocalist Gyptian, the dynamic Patrice Roberts, and the energetic Ricardo Drue. Click here for tickets and additional information.

Wu-Tang & Nas’ “NY State Of Mind Tour” Heading To The UK

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Nas and Wu-Tang Clan are in Europe for the ‘N.Y. State of Mind Tour’, which kicked off on May 9th in Auckland, New Zealand. The men have a total of ten shows scheduled on this EU run; after which they will will head to the UK.

That said, on June 12th and 13th they will be at the OVO Hydro, in Glasgow and The O2 in London, respectively. These are the two last shows on the international leg of the tour. It will be followed by several dates in North America.

CMW Celebrates 50 Years Of Hip-Hop With The Lox

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Canadian Music Week will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop with an electrifying concert from East coast legends The Lox on June 9th at Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 190 Princes Blvd – in Toronto, Ontario. Canadian hip-hop legend Kardinal Offishall is also on the lineup.

That morning the CMW Music Summit will also host “The Lox x Steve Lobel: Making Moves, Building Empires, and Paving the Way for Hip-Hop Culture” at the Westin Harbour Castle, where Sheek Louch, Styles P, and Jadakiss will share candid stories, insights, and perspectives on their careers and legacy, offering an intimate and inspiring look into the world of hip-hop. Tickets are available now at admitone-dot-com.

King Shango Is Performing At IFOL (@capletonmusic)

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) is all set for July 1st to 4th at Washington Park – East 55th Street & South Cottage Grove Avenue – in Chicago, Illinois.

The reggae fireman Capleton, legendary R&B/funk band Heatwave, Haitian top dance party star Roody Roodboy, and several other reggae, afrobeat, and world music acts are on the lineup for this year. Vendor booths & early tickets are now on sale via IFOL website.

Turbulence To Headline Kenya’s One Love Culture Fest (@Turbulence876)

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

International recording artist Turbulence, who has been performing all over the world since the end of the covid-19 restrictions, is now on route to Kenya for their 2023 One Love Culture Festival.

The event, which was created to bring peace and social awareness to the community, will take place at the Mamboleo Show Ground on Mamboleo Road in Kisumu, Nyanza Province. Turbulence will be supported by several local acts, namely: Black Omolo, Apesi, Shamir, Nile Dawta, Binti Afrika, and Lavosti; with MC Jatugo at the helm.

Kevin Downswell Will Perform In Winter Garden Later This Month

Posted on June 4, 2023 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The Ark of Jesus Christ Deliverance Ministries is having a major gospel concert on Saturday, June 24th; and they’ve asked international recording artist Kevin Downswell to be the headlining act.

Downswell will be supported by TJ Bristol, Greg Delanie, Tracy Archibald, Patrina Mckenzie, Marlon Christy and Tabrika ‘Tabby’ Francis. The address is 850 S. Park Avenue, in Winter Garden, Florida, and there is a $50 entrance fee.