Mimi Hesther

Essence Music Festival 2024. The essence festival 2024 lineup includes mya, jadakiss and jeremih performing at at&t's dream in black connected stage at the new orleans event. Here's what you missed at the 30th anniversary of essence fest.

Since its 1995 debut, the essence festival of culture has helped shape, define, and celebrate black music and culture. Frankie beverly, the legendary r&b singer, songwriter, and producer, passed away on september 10, at the age of 77.