Michael Jackson’s Thriller: A Legacy That Continues to Dominate Music and Culture
Forty-two years after its release, Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” remains the gold standard in music with achievements unmatched.
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RodeoHouston Releases 2025 Genre Calendar
The 2025 RodeoHouston entertainment genre lineup has been released.
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Illinois Supreme Court Overturns Jussie Smollett Conviction in Hate Crime Hoax Case
The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned actor Jussie Smollett’s conviction, ruling that his second prosecution for filing a false police report violated his constitutional rights.
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Magic Meets Culture: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Brings Joy to Disneyland
“The Princess and the Frog” celebrates the rich music and culture of New Orleans.
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Judith Jamison, Legendary Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Dies at 81
Renowned dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison, who led the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for over two decades, has passed away.
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Legendary Producer Quincy Jones Dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the record producer, arranger, and cultural trailblazer whose influence spanned more than seven decades, has died at 91.
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The Ensemble Theatre Celebrates ‘The Twelve Ways of Christmas’
This holiday season, The Ensemble Theatre is giving the community ‘The Twelve Ways of Christmas’ by Chika Kaba Ma’Atunde.
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Stress-Free Thanksgiving Tips for Time-Crunched Hosts
Along with purchasing a convenient Thanksgiving meal, here are a few additional ways to eliminate stress around holiday prep.
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Whitney Houston’s Iconic South Africa Concert to Be Released in First-Ever Live Album and Concert Film
Sony Music’s Legacy Recordings, in collaboration with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music, brings Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) to audiences.
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Pras Michel Sues Lauryn Hill For Fraud, Breach of Contract Over Fugees Reunion Tour
The lawsuit claims that Hill exploited Michel’s “vulnerable legal situation,” manipulating him into an unfair agreement regarding the tour’s financial arrangements.
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John Amos, Beloved ‘Good Times’ Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, Dies at 84
John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star who brought to life some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history, died at 84.
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Terence Blanchard Live: Honoring 50 Years of Excellence at University of Houston – Downtown
Cousins Terence Blanchard and Dr. Loren J. Blanchard will come together in celebration of UHD’s 50th anniversary.
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Old Folks Saying: ‘That Dog Don’t Hunt’
The October Old Folks Saying is, “That dog don’t hunt.”
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Tips for Ensuring Safety While Trick-or-Treating with Your Children This Year
Here are several ways to ensure your children’s safety while trick-or-treating this year.
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Iconic Jackson 5 Member Tito Jackson Dies at 70
Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70.
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James Earl Jones, Iconic Voice of Darth Vader and EGOT Winner, Dies at 93
James Earl Jones, the legendary actor whose deep, resonant voice became synonymous with some of the most iconic characters in film history, passed away Monday.
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Soul Icon Frankie Beverly, Frontman of Maze, Passes Away at 77
Frankie Beverly, the iconic frontman of the soul, R&B, and funk band Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, has died at the age of 77.
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HBCU Culture and Unity Shine at 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands 10th Anniversary
Pepsi National Battle of the Bands brought together over 43,500 attendees to NRG Stadium, creating a moment full of music, unity, and tradition that honors the rich history and influence of HBCUs.
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Celebrating 30 Years of the ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans
The 2024 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ presented by Coca-Cola® was a spectacular event, drawing about 500,000 attendees to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
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NFL Players Choir Hits a High Note at the Essence Fest 30th Anniversary
This iconic all-NFL choir took the stage at the 30th Anniversary ESSENCE Festival of Culture.
