Much like the women’s magazine it’s named after, the Essence Music Festival — from its musical acts to the panel topics at its empowerment series — directs everything toward the type of folk who are ...

New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, has a longstanding relationship with music—music contributes to the city’s sense of history as well as the present-day atmosphere of the region. And with the ...

This story originally appeared in July/August 2024 issue of ESSENCE magazine, on newsstands July 25. The Fourth of July weekend in New Orleans holds a special significance, not just for locals but for ...

The 2008 Essence Music Festival will at least sound familiar. Acts announced this week -- Kanye West, Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige, Chris Rock, Frankie Beverly & Maze, Jill Scott and Morris Day & the ...

In the heart of the vibrant and sultry city of New Orleans, there exists a phenomenon that transcends mere music and culture—it’s an experience, a celebration of life itself. For nearly three decades, ...

The 2012 ESSENCE Music Festival is only a week away and we just can’t wait to see all of the amazing performers, hang out with family and friends and eat some mouthwatering New Orleans cuisine. Since ...

Usher’s Las Vegas residency has undeniably achieved remarkable success, evident by the fact that he has extended the number of shows not once, but twice. Yet, his extensive list of accomplishments is ...

This year’s GRAMMY Awards are going to look a little bit different this year as artists, Recording Academy members and attendees adjust to the rules and regulations of COVID-19. Typically, the GRAMMYs ...