Far more people stepped onstage Sunday than on Essence’s first two nights. Here's music writer Keith Spera's review.

Cardi B, Kehlani, and Latto performed at the Superdome as Michelle Obama joined Keke Palmer for ESSENCE Festival’s opening ...

Missy Elliott, who curated the tribute and was close to Aaliyah, helped anchor the night emotionally as it bounced from ...

Rapper’s red bodysuit and twerking at New Orleans event draw criticism from fans questioning appropriateness Cardi B’s ...