From the Superdome to the Convention Center, the stars aligned in the Crescent City for a weekend of unforgettable Black ...

Being in the crowd means feeling the music — dancing, singing, and soaking in every moment. But backstage? That’s where the ...

Icons, surprises, and heartfelt moments turned the Caesar’s Superdome into a living tribute to Black artistry and community.

Reality stars Shamea Morton, Yandy Smith-Harris, and Quad Webb get candid about their experience navigating life in the ...

At the SUEDE Men’s Experience, the Coulda Been Records founder shared his path from internet sensation to cultural architect ...

In a powerful panel on criminal justice,Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver and others call for a public health approach and systemic change.

Lauryn Hill and Stephanie Mills are slamming the narratives surrounding their performance delays during Essence Festival.

Lauryn Hill is finding peace of mind in speaking her truth. The singer, 50, is opening up about her Saturday set at the 2025 ...

Columnist Will Sutton and Dr. Ashonta Wyatt, sat down with Richilieu Dennis, executive chairman of Sundown Media Group, to discuss the recent Essence Festival and moving forward.

Stephanie Mills had a few words about her participation in the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture. Needless, to say the icon ...

Stephanie Mills slams 2025 Essence Festival for technical and logistical issues that negatively impacted her performance in ...

Lauryn Hill performed in the wee hours at the Caesars Superdome during the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture.