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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JULY 05: JustCordell performs onstage during the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture® presented by Coca-Cola® at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on July 05, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for ESSENCE)
JustCordell is embracing the full-circle moments as the gospel artist and award nominee recently brought his energy to the ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2026 for a performance, as well as connecting with fans during one of the biggest celebrations of Black music and culture. For JustCordell, the opportunity to perform at […]

JustCordell Reflects on Stellar Awards Nomination, ESSENCE Festival Performance & ...

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As a journalist and on-air personality on The Breakfast Club, Loren LoRosa brought her signature energy to the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, where she opened up about navigating the balance between being a journalist and recognizing herself as talent. During an interview with InquisitiveCarter.com, LoRosa admitted that finding that balance has […]

Loren LoRosa Talks Finding Balance Between Journalism and Talent at ...

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Raheem DeVaughn
For generations across the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region, The Quiet Storm has been more than a late-night radio show. It’s a cultural institution. A soundtrack for first loves, long drives home, family gatherings and moments of reflection. Since its debut on WHUR in 1976, the format has influenced radio […]

Raheem DeVaughn on Becoming the Voice of WHUR’s The Quiet ...

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In the latest episode of NPR’s Black Music Month celebration, Grammy Award-winning rapper, actress, and entrepreneur Eve graced the Tiny Desk stage. The platinum-selling artist performed a medley of hits from her first three albums, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of her sophomore album, “Scorpion.” Eve’s full setlist includes “Satisfaction,” “What […]

Eve Brings Energy and Nostalgia to NPR Tiny Desk During ...

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joe
R&B fans were treated to a nostalgic showcase of smooth vocals and timeless hits as Joe took center stage for NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series in celebration of Black Music Month. The veteran singer delivered a performance that highlighted the signature sound that made him one of R&B’s most recognizable voices. […]

R&B Veteran Joe Highlights Black Music Month with the Classics ...

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Daley
After an extended hiatus, Daley returns with his new single “Lavender,” marking his first release since 2018. Written and produced alongside UK genre-bending producer Swindle, the track blends alternative R&B, soul and cinematic textures into a lush meditation on intimacy, escapism and emotional surrender. Opening with sweeping orchestral strings before transitioning […]

#NewMusic: Daley Makes Long-Awaited Return With ‘Lavender’

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JAI'LEN JOSEY
Singer-songwriter, musician, and Broadway star Jai’Len Josey has officially stepped into a new chapter with the release of her debut album Serial Romantic. The project, released via Def Jam Recordings, marks a defining moment for the Atlanta-born artist, showcasing not only her evolution as a performer but also the depth of […]

From Broadway to Def Jam: Jai’Len Josey Drops Debut Album ...

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