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Reflecting on the Improvements and High Spirits at Essence Festival It’s been few weeks since Essence Festival, the annual celebration of Black culture and excellence, returned in full swing this year, delivering a better experience than the previous one. While the event had its initial hiccups during media credential pick-up, the overall atmosphere of kindness…
In the latest episode from the Bionic Six, Joe & Ice start by sharing their weekend plans which included a trip to the fair (11:22) before turning to Ish getting suspended on Instagram and dealing with strangers on the internet (36:34). The Essence Festival took place over the weekend in New Orleans which included a…
Hype Hair Magazine, once an iconic staple in Black beauty salons, is making a triumphant comeback under the ownership of Lia Jones. As a Black woman entrepreneur and publisher, Jones is on a mission to revitalize the magazine, bringing a fresh and authentic voice to the forefront. At Essence Festival, I had the pleasure of…
During the recent Essence Festival, my assistant, Jamie Turner, had the privilege of interviewing the guest of honor, legendary rapper Trina. Valese Jones
The Black Excellence Brunch at Essence Fest’s 30th year celebration was a grand affair, filled with excitement and empowerment. The event honored Black women who have made a significant impact in their respective industries, recognizing their achievements and contributions. Angela Rye received the Truth Seekers Award, Maudey Oaks was honored with the Beauty Icon Award,…
The dust has settled on Essence Fest 2023 and I took almost two months to reflect on the highs and lows of this year’s event due to my multifaceted position in media. I not only experienced the event as press covering it but as a publicist with clients attending. While the festival had its moments…
Read the title. It’s really self explanatory. Kevin Hart is performing at Essence Festival. This is redundant.