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| 7/6 Fri Jul 06 2012 | 7:00 PM |
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| 7/7 Sat Jul 07 2012 | 7:00 PM |
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| 7/8 Sun Jul 08 2012 | 7:00 PM |
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African American contemporary culture has brought a fresh breath of air to the American way of life. And in music, the distinct sounds and complete genres emanating from that section of the social fabric have added welcome diversity. New Orleans is inevitably the home of such diverse genres as rhythm and blues, rap and rock n roll and there is thus no denying that Essence Magazine made the perfect choice when selecting the destination for their annual music festival.
Essence Music Festival has not only been the mouthpiece of popular African American music since its 1995 inception, it has also redefined entertainment and alternative lifestyle. Now completing its 17th edition, the caliber of artists turning up over the years is simply remarkable. The cultural celebration is also made relevant with the various empowerment seminars held simultaneously. Essence Music Festival has slowly morphed into one of the biggest events on the New Orleans calendar and Essence Music Festival Tickets are enjoying an upward sales trajectory.
All genres are catered to on the Essence Music Festival stages. Leading recording artists in the genres of hip hop, rap, rhythm and blues and pop are given sets to entertain countless fans. The concept for the festival came about after Essence Magazine had established an extensive readership base by the early 90s. The magazine was established in 1970 by Edward Lewis, Clarence O. Smith, Cecil Hollingsworth, Jonathan Blount and Denise M. Clark. It featured material only for African Americans that focused on issues of health, career, finance, beauty, lifestyle and fashion. Essence Magazine decided to launch a music festival in 1995 as the focal point of a planned celebration of African American culture. New Orleans was chosen as the host city since its credentials included the founding of many blacks-related musical genres. It was started as a three-day event over the Fourth of July weekend and received warm recognition in its early years. Essence Communications, owners of the magazine produced the event. In fact the only year when they did not take up that responsibility was for last year’s event, when they contracted Rehage Entertainment Inc. and production designer Stefan Beese to revamp the marketing and outlook of the Essence Music Festival.
The festival has grown to attract almost 200,000 party-goers every year over the weekend. Not only is it the largest gathering of African American musicians nationwide, but the convivial atmosphere is carried over to the city’s bars and jazz lounges. The Louisiana Superdome stages hold the main talent pool, while the Super Lounges also feature talented singers in their lineup. Seminars form an important part of the festival to assess the progress and shortcomings of the society, and topics include rampant violence, spirituality, and family relationships. The Essence Fest Marketplace at the famous Ernest N. Morial Convention Center features original African American art, paintings, book fairs, clothing, and jewelry. And indulging in the festivities, one cannot help but sample the world famous New Orleans cuisine and Creole soul food.
Essence Music Festival 2011 features top recording artists. Taking the Main Stage is Usher, world-renowned for his super-hit hip hop numbers, brilliant live shows with great choreography, and a resume that includes astounding success in theater and films as well. The evergreen Charlie Wilson shares the stage with him, as does Oscar-winner and American Idol alumnus Jennifer Hudson. Fantasia, with her Broadway success following her Platinum selling albums, will add to the thunder along with record-breaking Philadelphia trio Boyz II Men and Nephew Tommy. The Super Lounge will feature new chart sensation Miguel, two-times Grammy winner Macy Gray of “I Try” fame, classic music nightingale Irma Thomas, Grammy-nominated tenor singer Dwele and many others in a perfect blend of new and old.
Since 1995, the Essence Music Festival has been held in New Orleans, with the exception of 2005, when Hurricane Katrina ravaged the area. The festival nonetheless was hosted at Houston that year. In recent years, it has become an emblem of black empowerment, with Barack Obama and Hilary Clinton making an appearance in 2007. Beyonce Knowles’s headlining act in 2009 sold out the Superdome for the first time, but Janet Jackson broke that record last year, helping sellout Essence Music Festival Tickets to 72,668 attendees.
Essence Music Festival has cultural significance attached to its obvious musical charms. The festival has congregated many from across the land in hours of jubilation and festivities. Essence Music Festival Tickets continue to be highly sought after as fans look forward to the biggest party in town.
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