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Shelby Stewart
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How Xavier University Of Louisiana Became A Pillar Of Black History Month’s 100-Year Legacy
The early 20th century marks the inception of Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s Black History Month, with Xavier University of Louisiana, the nation’s only Catholic Historically…
Jazz & Heritage Festival Is A Journey Through The Soul Of New Orleans
Imagine this — Fantasia, Chris Stapleton, and Big Freedia all enter a bar in New Orleans. The trio may seem unlikely, however, in the Big…
Faith And Football Came Together At The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration
Amidst the frenzy surrounding the Super Bowl, there’s an undercurrent of excitement that flows through the week-long festivities, extending beyond the main event itself. One…
Rock Soul Productions Announces Collaborations With Industry Icons
Rock Soul Productions, the entertainment company led by CEO Fantasia Barrino Taylor and President Yvonne McNair, has unveiled a series of high-profile partnerships with some…
5 Reasons We Love Monica McNutt
Monica McNutt is a gem. The basketball analyst and reporter is making headlines due to her spirited debate with fellow sports analyst Stephen A. Smith…
Originality And Brotherly Love Shined At Roots Picnic
Without a doubt, Philadelphia is a music city. Some of Black music’s best talent hails from the city of brotherly love—Jill Scott, The Roots, Will…
Director Deborah Riley Draper Explores James Brown’s Legacy In Docs-Series
Deborah Riley Draper is a trailblazing filmmaker with a knack for unearthing compelling narratives that breathe life into cultural history. With roots in advertising and…
Director Deborah Riley Draper Explores James Brown’s Legacy In Docu-Series
Deborah Riley Draper is a trailblazing filmmaker with a knack for unearthing compelling narratives that breathe life into cultural history. With roots in advertising and…
Janet Jackson’s Timeless Hits
Few artists have managed to remain as relevant and influential as Janet Jackson. With a career spanning over four decades, Janet is a triple threat…
The Black New Orleans History You Didn’t Know Shaped America
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2024 issue of ESSENCE magazine, on stands June 25. At the southern reach of the United States map,…