Play Another Slow Jam: An Oral History of The Quiet Storm
A look back at the radio format its creator Cathy Hughes and legendary host Melvin Lindsey revolutionized 40 years ago
Patti LaBelle Remembers Making Black Music History at The Metropolitan Opera House
At 76, LaBelle breaks down why she still feels half her age, the backstory to her classic ‘On My Own’…
Yes, Girl! Lifts Up Juneteenth With A Special Episode
The hosts reminisce about the holiday with other Black creatives including Kirk Franklin, Kendrick Sampson, director Channing Godfrey Peoples and…
Why Tammy Franklin Is Truly Hubby Kirk Franklin's Biggest Fan
The playful couple knows what it takes to keep a relationship solid.
Black Music Month: Here's the Latest News With Your Favorite Artists
In celebration of Black Music Month, we are gathering the biggest music news stories from our ESSENCE Fest alums and…
Celebrating Black Music Month: New Music From Elle Varner & More News From Our Fave Artists
Find out what your favorite musicians and ESSENCE FEST alums are doing in today’s Black Music News.
Celebrating Black Music Month: 4 Things That Happened in Black Music News
Since #ESSENCEFEST often serves as the home for the latest and greatest in Black Music, we wanted to celebrate their…
Guess The Old-School Rappers
To honor Black Music Month, we’re going back, way back to test your hip hop IQ. Think you know everything…
Black Music Month: Music Videos That Influenced Fashion
Black Music Month: Music Videos That Influenced Fashion