I am delighted to showcase and feature music that can heal the broken spirit during these turbulent times in our world. The reggae-pop band Kes, has a song titled ” Balloons” that is so freeing as you listen to it. I simply adore this song. Internationally known, the band has performed and toured the […]
Author: Angela Cherise
2016 Essence Festival Recap
First and foremost, I would like to thank Essence and Time Inc. for the opportunity to attend the 2016 Essence Festival and provide media access to my readers. This experience was beyond amazing and it was quite overwhelming in a good and fulfilling manner. There was so much to do and see that it was […]
Oprah’s First Essence Festival
Everyone by now should be aware of the Oprah effect. This is when Oprah’s name or appearance causes an uproar among audiences or an environment. The Ernest N. Memorial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana was on high alert and the vibration in the building was electric. The picture below is just a glimpse of […]
2016 Essence Festival Music Artist Spotlight
For most of my life I’ve considered myself an underdog. Someone that is always beating out the odds despite the obstacles that are placed in my way. Most people don’t see me coming until I arrive in full view. Therefore I love and thoroughly enjoy celebrating others that are on their way to greatness. I […]
Movie Review: Puerto Ricans in Paris
If you need are in need of some good authentic laughter this weekend, the movie Puerto Ricans in Paris will surely please your hilarious senses. NYPD Detectives Luis (Luis Guzman) and Eddie (Edgar Garcia) are two of the most interesting crime partners you will see on the screen today. Their acting skills are quite natural […]
ESSENCE Festival to Honor Prince with New Orleans-Themed Tribute
The Prince tributes continue this weekend at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival. The life of Prince Rogers Nelson will be celebrated on Sunday, July 3. The New Orleans-themed tribute, which will kick off the closing night at the Superdome, will feature members of Prince’s beloved band, the New Power Generation, as well as Larry Graham, Marsha […]
Chloe x Halle of Parkwood Entertainment Sing The National Anthem
If you’ve never heard of this dynamic duo, listening to their angelic voices alone will pull you in wanting more. Chloe x Halle represent the sound of a new music generation. As artists signed to Beyonce’s Parkwood Entertainment, they are being groomed to impact the world with their genius of artistry. View a beautiful […]
Top Five BET Awards Epic Moments
If you didn’t watch the show, hopefully these references will encourage you to do so when it airs again on the BET Network. Although everyone did a great job, these are my top five moments from the 2016 BET Awards. […]
2016 BET Experience Fan Fest Photos
Coca-Cola Music Studio & BETX Stages sponsored by Nissan and JG Wentworth The BET Experience continued with amazing performances throughout the fan fest at free stages spread throughout the convention center. Ro James, BJ the Chicago Kid, Bibi Bourelly and more took the BETX Music Stage sponsored by Nissan. Dreezy, Desiigner, O.T. Genasis, Kevin Gates, […]