Working at ESSENCE, you never know who you might see at the office, but this week, country songstress Mickey Guyton stopped by amidst a busy...

Before Kelly Rowland became a global superstar, she was simply another Houstonian who cherished the comforting dishes of her favorite local haunt. In those early...

Malaika Jabali always knew she wanted to use her voice and her legal skills to question societal norms that stood against marginalized voices. As a...

Sephora announced the new initiative Sephora Sounds for upcoming artists exposing them to the importance of brand visibility. The program highlights over 55 emerging artists...

Ayesha Curry, Founder and CEO of lifestyle brand Sweet July, announced today the launch of her first-ever skincare line – Sweet July Skin. As an extension...

Although this is Muni Long’s first Essence Festival performance on the main stage, she’s no stranger to the Black joy the weekend event provides. “It’s...

Essence Festival just got bigger and better with the new mobile app sweepstakes, where you can win free evening concert tickets. To enter this sweepstake,...

Providing access and opportunities for Black business owners is more critical than ever. The New Voices Foundation, a sister company of ESSENCE Ventures, remains committed...

The Brooklyn Academy of Music transformed into a star-studded purple carpet moment for BAM’s 2023 Gala on Wednesday night. This year, the multi-arts center honored...