The 2016 Essence Festival kicked off on Friday with celebrities and visitors from all over flocking to the Big Easy.

Usher made a bold statement with his attire at the Essence Music Festival this weekend. Not widely known for his political opinions, the singer appeared…

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During this year’s “Essence” Festival, Roland Martin sat down with Lionel Richie. During their chat Richie explained how he got started in the music industry,…

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Roland Martin talked with “New York Times” best-selling author, Terry McMillan about what she loves about “Essence” Fest, new book, “Who Asked You” and the…

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Roland Martin caught up with Charlie Wilson during this year’s “Essence Fest.” Uncle Charlie broke down the secret to his success in the music business…

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Roland Martin talked with “Essence” Editor-in-Chief Vanessa K. Bush about challenges of being the voice of Black women. Bush also discusses how important African American women’s voices are in…