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For Black Music Month And Beyond, Possibility Paves The Future

As Black Music Month came to a close, SiriusXM, Pandora, and Cricket Wireless team up to foster Black youth’s curiosity through music and creation.  On...

10 Books That Showcase The Beauty, History, And Cultural Legacy Of New Orleans

Cross-pollinated ancestry, live jazz, delicious food, ornate mansions, the French Quarter, Congo Square, Mardi Gras, and even Hurricane “Katrina” are just a few of the...

Victoria Monét’s Electrifying Performance At The Essence Festival of Culture

On Sunday night, New Orleans’ Caesar’s Superdome was the epicenter of excitement as thousands of fans gathered for the Essence Festival of Culture. This annual...

Janet Jackson Talks Why She Loves New Orleans So Much

The 2024 Essence Festival is here, and music icon Janet Jackson has expressed her deep affection for the host city, New Orleans. Jackson, who is...

Janet Jackson Talks Why She Loves New Orleans So Much

The 2024 Essence Festival is here, and music icon Janet Jackson has expressed her deep affection for the host city, New Orleans. Jackson, who is...

Reality TV Stars Big Freedia, Yandy Smith Harris, And Toya Johnson Rushing Get ‘Real’ About Life In Front Of The Camera And What Happens Behind-The-Scenes

Reality television has become a guilty pleasure for people worldwide. From Run’s House to The Real Housewives of Atlanta, fans love to learn more about...

Sacred Spaces: These Design Experts Share How Curating Spaces Has Impacted Their Lives In The Best Way

Moderated by our very own ESSENCE columnist Metanoya Z. Webb, attendees witness an engaging conversation with Saint Lucian chef Nina Compton, founder and Principal of...

Pinky Cole, Derrick Hayes, Celebrity Friends And More Collaborate To Bring The Next Multi-Million Dollar Business To Life

Every day, big business ideas that impact the world are created. There are thousands of trailblazers and innovators who come up with effective solutions to...

DNC Announces Return To ESSENCE Festival Of Culture With Major Black Voter Engagement Initiative   

As part of its continued efforts to engage Black voters, the Democratic Party has announced its participation in the ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New...

A Seat At “The Table” Was A No-Barriers Experience

Under the starlit skies of Toluca Lake, culinary arts and music unfolded at “The Table,” an exclusive experiential dining event hosted by Mercedes-Benz and Alicia...