Baltimore MET Gala Celebrates Black Creativity With ‘Mahogany’ Tribute

4 days ago
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The Baltimore MET Gala returned for its fifth year, bringing together fashion, art, music, culinary talent and community leaders for a celebration of Baltimore’s creative culture. This…

Rody McDonald Brings Distinctive Style to Baltimore Met Gala With ‘Mahogany’-Inspired Designs

2 weeks ago

Rody McDonald, founder of Bruklin Bespoke, brought his classic, distinctive elegance to the Baltimore Met Gala, drawing inspiration from the…

Masego’s ‘Fix Your Face’ Tour Is a Reminder of Why Live Music Matters

3 weeks ago

Masego’s Fix Your Face album tour calmed my soul, opened my ears and allowed me to live in the moment-…

Brandy Returns to Lifetime for ‘Christmas Everyday Again’ With Daughter Sy’rai

1 month ago

Brandy is returning to Lifetime for another holiday celebration. The Grammy Award-winning singer and actress will reprise her role as…

Baltimore MET Gala Celebrates Fifth Anniversary with Diana Ross-Inspired Theme

1 month ago

The Baltimore MET Gala is marking its fifth anniversary with a celebration of fashion, art, food and community impact. The…

Interview: Artist Vernicia Respress Brings Bold, Textured Work to ESSENCE Fest

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Artist Vernicia Respress says inspiration can come from almost anywhere. Sometimes it's the energy of an event. Other times it's…

Malinda Williams Says Black Girl Vitamins Is Making an Impact Beyond Wellness

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Actress Malinda Williams is using her platform to promote wellness, raise awareness and support the community through her partnership with…

It’s Time: K. Michelle Announces ‘Jesus & Whiskey’ Country Album Release Date, New Single

2 months ago

It’s time! K. Michelle, aka, Puddin, is gearing up for the release of her long-awaited Country album. K. Michelle’s Country…

Vallery Lomas Talks Food, Culture and Her Journey From Lawyer to Cookbook Author at ESSENCE Festival

2 months ago

Vallery Lomas traded in her career as a lawyer for a life centered around food, culture and creativity, a journey…

JustCordell Reflects on Stellar Awards Nomination, ESSENCE Festival Performance & Dream Collaborations

2 months ago

JustCordell is embracing the full-circle moments as the gospel artist and award nominee recently brought his energy to the ESSENCE…

Loren LoRosa Talks Finding Balance Between Journalism and Talent at #ESSENCEFest

2 months ago

As a journalist and on-air personality on The Breakfast Club, Loren LoRosa brought her signature energy to the ESSENCE Festival…

Hope Giselle Almost Didn’t Submit ‘Not Your Average Girl’ to ESSENCE Film Festival—Then It Won Best Documentary

2 months ago

Before Not Your Average Girl won Best Documentary Film at the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture, Hope Giselle nearly kept…

#EssenceFest: Daley Reflects on Personal Loss, Growth and His Long-Awaited Return to Music

2 months ago

For Daley, returning to New Orleans wasn't just another performance; it marked the beginning of a new chapter. The British…

Raheem DeVaughn on Becoming the Voice of WHUR’s The Quiet Storm: ‘I’m Blessed to Be Aligned With the Brand’

2 months ago

For generations across the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region, The Quiet Storm has been more than a late-night radio…

#EssenceFest: Artist Ricky Dillard How Gospel Shaped His House Music Journey

2 months ago

Award-winning artist Ricky Dillard's career has long connected gospel and Chicago house music, a crossover he says happened naturally rather…