Essence Fest

India.Arie faced backlash after addressing a pair of explicit performances at Essence Fest.

Baldwin & Co., a Black-owned bookstore at the center of a dispute with Essence Fest organizers, confirmed the latest development.

Criticism remains over a court order and cease and desist letter.

A court order kept a Black-owned bookstore from holding an event in New Orleans.

The vice president noted the intersection between states denying bodily autonomy and those restricting access to the ballot.

Scary times ahead.

This is epic.

Amid the fun weekend were a handful of serious moments. Oh, and there was fun, too.

Roland Martin and NewsOne Now were on hand to capture the sights and sounds of this year's Essence Festival.

Roland Martin caught up with Charlie Wilson during this year’s “Essence Fest.” Uncle Charlie broke down the secret to his success in the music business on the “NewsOne Now” Essence Special. Be sure to listen to “NewsOne Now” with Roland Martin, weekdays at 7 a.m. EST and watch at 9 a.m. EST on TV One. 

Anthony Anderson talks with Roland Martin about his upcoming ABC sitcom “Black-ish” and his Food Network show, “Food Fest Nation” during this year’s Essence Festival. Be sure to listen to “NewsOne Now” with Roland Martin, weekdays at 7 a.m. EST and watch at 9 a.m. EST on TV One. 

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