Bebe Winans Reveals The True Story Behind His Famous Family Name
On the Yes, Girl! podcast, the gospel great opens up about his new memoir and album
New Wave: Jerrika Karlae Stops By Essence HQ
Karlae talks music, fashion, and what she can't leave the house without.
The C LIST: Cori's Must Sees, Dos and Reads in September
ESSENCE's entertainment director shares her culture picks this month.
Premiere: Ebhoni Proves She's Toronto's New Rising Star With 'Street Lights' Video
The city's latest talent released "Street Lights" last year and ESSENCE has your first look at the single's new video.
Here's What It's Like To Get Ready With Rico Nasty
We got to chill with this Gen Z Superstar.
All The Beautiful Photos From The #BrownSkinGirlChallenge
Brown beauties are breaking the internet with empowering Twitter posts.
Why We Need To Recognize And Celebrate Black Music Month This Month
Black Music Month is the celebration of music because Black music is the basis for all of American music.
Dionne Warwick Says There's No More Classic Or Iconic Artists: 'Not Yet'
"That's not, as you guys would say, 'throwing shade,'" Warwick tells ESSENCE.
Grammys 2019: Music's Biggest Stars Share What's On Their Power Playlist
Stars like Leon Bridges, H.E.R., Chloe x Halle, and Ashanti dish on the songs that put them in a positive mood.
ESSENCE Fest Flashback: 21 Moments That Made 2018's Biggest Celebration Of Black Culture Unforgettable
*FAIR WARNING: The 2019 lineup announcement is on the way and what we have in store for this year is EVEN bigger.*
The R&B Kings Of ESSENCE Festival: Who Deserves The Crown?
From Luther to Stevie to Usher to Maxwell to Chris to Miguel, here's a look at the more than 50 of R&B's finest crooners who have hit the ESSENCE Fest stage.
Janelle Monae: 'The Most Difficult Trail To Blaze Is The One That Takes Us Inside Of Who We Are'
The multi-talented songstress shared profound words as she accepted the Trailblazer Award at the 2018 Billboard Women In Music event.
EXCLUSIVE: Quincy Brown Talks New Film, Music And Rocking Fly Holiday Suiting!
“Whether it’s a suit or casual look, I’m always elegant. I go for looks that naturally mesh with me,” says Brown of his personal style.
Crazy, Sexy, Cool & Cozy?! TLC’s Chilli Stars In Fashion Loungewear Campaign
“I believe self-love is the foundation of true beauty. For most women home is the core, it’s an extension of self,” says Chilli.
Here's A First Look At BET's New 'Soul Train'-Inspired Drama Series, 'American Soul'
The series will star Power's Sinqua Walls as Don Cornelius and feature a guest appearance by Kelly Rowland as Gladys Knight.
Ella Mai, SZA And Cardi B Rock The Stage At Powerhouse NYC
Three of the leading young voices in music today joined a packed roster to light up the stage in New Jersey just ahead of Halloween.
Rihanna May Have Said No To The NFL But Here’s 10 Times She Said Yes To Fashion
We stan an ‘Unapologetic’ Barbadian queen that speaks her mind, slays every style moment and stands up for her people.
Ella Mai Sampled An Adina Howard Favorite On Her New Album And We're Obsessed
Ella Mai's "Own It" pays homage to Adina's "T-Shirt & Panties" in the best way possible. Hear it for yourself!