Essence Festival in New Orleans' Superdome had issues. From scheduling to the Superlounges to the lack of a superstar, here ...

The singer says scheduling issues and "lack of technical preparedness" negatively impacted both her show and attendees' ...

Lauryn Hill thanked the 2025 Essence Fest for taking responsibility for her late set time at 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, ...

Fans who stuck around for Hill’s performance got a treat. A robust band of more than 10 members played as Black history ...

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

New Essence Festival leaders hope 2025 curations, multi-artist, themed showcases in New Orleans' Caesars Superdome over the ...

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

Night 3 brought together music legends and standout style moments under one roof. From diamond-crusted fits to timeless stage ...

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

From soul-stirring performances to beauty-filled moments, this weekend was a reminder that moving at your own pace is its own ...

KeKe Palmer and Kandi Burruss share laughs, wisdom, and unfiltered truths during a live podcast taping at the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture.

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