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This is the second story in our series chronicling the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. On the first night of Essence ...
Concertgoers and attendees leaned on slick denim, expressive separates, bold jewelry, and even suits in New Orleans.
Essence Festival ended with very late Boyz II Men, Master P sets; the show in New Orleans' Superdome concluded at 3 a.m.
In tiaras, cowboy boots and thrifted T-shirts, festivalgoers used style to celebrate identity, joy and community.
Three years after making history, Justice Jackson returned to the stage with reflections on faith, purpose and perseverance — ...
Faces Controversy Over Target Sponsorship *The Essence Festival of Culture is known for celebrating Black excellence, music, ...