Essence Fest boosts New Orleans' economy each year, but this time, hotel occupancy was about 10% lower than usual.

From concerts to food expos, a wellness house, and film creator talks, these are the can’t-miss events happening during ...

The Essence Festival of Culture concerts are held from July 4 to July 6 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Friday: Maxwell, GloRilla, Babyface, The Isley Brothers, Lauryn Hill, and Psiryn are ...

Keri Hilson is taking over "The Sweat Hotel" on Thursday, June 12th as co-host of the show. In the second hour of "The Sweat Hotel," the BET Award, NAACP Award & Soul Train Music Award winner and ...

No Limit founder Master P plans to wind down his rap career after the 2025 Essence Festival in New Orleans' Superdome. He ...

Keri Hilson is many things–a knockout performer, a hot songwriter, a model-flawless fashionista–but to the hair-obsessed, she is a bonafide mane maven!

Keri Hilson performs “Knocks you Down,” Jan. 2010 at Billboard’s New York headquarters. A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry Send us a tip using our anonymous form. A daily ...

See the nightly 2025 Essence Festival lineup, what's new with the Superlounges, and what you can expect at the Superdome ...

A tribute to Quincy Jones, Master P’s last performance, and Jill Scott’s love letter to her city—this year’s festival blends history and new energy across an unforgettable weekend.

With the summer racing season heating-up now at Saratoga and soon at Colonial Downs, Keri Brion is poised to continue her ...

Known for "Red, White & Royal Blue" and "Love, Victor," Hilson graduates to a new stage in her career with HBO's "Duster." ...

Keri Russell: She was nervous. I liked her so much in that moment, and went, “Everyone’s nervous.” I adore her. And we have so much fucking fun together. Speedman: I can see that you love this.