Jodeci’s ‘Diary Of A Mad Band,’ the R&B group’s sophomore album that features singles 'Cry For You' and 'Feenin,' returns to ...

Missy Elliott had a profound impact on the sound of the 2000s, from "Get Ur Freak On" to "1, 2 Step." How Missy Elliott's hits shaped the sound of the 2000s Editor’s note: This segment was rebroadcast ...

Ciara reflects on the biggest songs of her career for Billboard Chart History and shares the stories behind hits like ...

Ciara reflects on the biggest songs of her career for Billboard Chart History and shares the stories behind hits such as ...

The opening of the Hip Hop Museum has been pushed back until spring 2027. Despite the delay, construction continues to move forward inside the long-awaited cultural institution in Mott Haven. During ...

Essence Fest 2026 ended Sunday night, July 5, at the Caesars Superdome. According to The Grio, the finale brought stars ...

Influential R&B singer Brandy Norwood and her mini-me daughter Sy’Rai Smith are practically twins in their new photos together. Sy’rai, who is also a talented singer like her mother, has pursued a ...

ESSENCE Black Women In Music honored Brandy, Missy Elliott, Kandi Burruss, Monica, and Mona Scott-Young for their creative ...

Tamar Braxton and Kandi Burruss just gave fans another tense R&B crossover moment. The singers shared a stage at Essence Fest ...

Stars like Teyana Taylor, Cardi B, and more made sure to show their faces in France for Paris Fashion Week! Let’s take a look ...

Tyrese learned the hard way that "Almost Doesn't Count" when it came to Brandy and Monica's iconic "The Boy Is Mine" music ...

Mya, Normani, Chlöe, Ryan Destiny and Sevyn Streeter honored Aaliyah as Doug E. Fresh and T.I. helped close ESSENCE Fest 2026 ...