New Orleans kicks off 2023 Essence Festival of Culture with Megan Thee Stallion, Missy Elliot, Lauryn Hill

Fairwell Festival is rolling into Redmond, OR’s Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center for three days of country and roots music.The biggest names on the bill this year include Willie Nelson, Zach Bryan, Sheryl Crow, Turnpike Troubadours and Gary Clark Jr.Other stars set to perform over the three-day weekend include Trampled By Turtles, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Mt. Joy, Morgan Wade and Band of Horses.Don’t forget indie darlings Lucius either.Fairwell truly went all-out for their first-ever fest.And if you want to be part of the action, it’s not too late to scoop up last-minute tickets.At the time of publication, we found three-day passes going for $483 before fees on Vivid Seats.While that may sound high, we’re happy to report that single-day passes start at $46 before fees.Looking for a bit more information before committing to tickets?Slow your scroll.We’ve got everything you’re looking for and more about the 2023 Fairwell Festival below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A breakdown of all the best prices on single-day and three-day passes for the 2023 Fairwell Festival can be found right here:(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

They’re defying the rumours.

Tiffany Haddish is getting spooky with ET. Ahead of the release of Haddish's  movie later this month, ET's Kevin Frazier went on a tour of haunted New Orleans with the actress.While walking through a cemetery, Haddish told ET why she initially believed her real-life house was haunted.«My house, I just bought this house not too long ago. It was built in 1923.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic The Global Citizen Festival will return to Central Park Sept. 23 for another ticketed-but-free concert, with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Ms. Lauryn Hill set as the day’s headliners. Megan Thee Stallion, Conan Gray and Stray Kids are also on the day’s bill.  As always, tickets to the show on the Great Lawn are free, but require fulfilling a task as part of the international advocacy organization Global Citizen’s initiative to raise awareness about hunger, poverty, climate change and inequities facing women around the world, among pressing related concerns. The broadcast component will be produced by Done and Dusted; broadcast partners have not yet been announced. The show is being presented by  by Citi and Cisco. 

New mum Scarlett Moffatt has opened up about the "greatest two weeks" of her life following the arrival of her first child. The TV presenter gave birth to a baby boy on June 29, two weeks before her due date.

NF or Nate Feuerstein — he’s going to be coming to a venue near you in the very near future.Starting Wednesday, July 12, the 32-year-old rapper is launching his long-awaited international arena ‘Hope Tour’ along with special guest Cordae at Columbus, OH’s Value City Arena.After that, he’ll perform 33 concerts all over North America including a gig at Newark, NJ’s Prudential Center on Thursday, July 20.And if you want to see the artist who brought the world the billion stream “Let You Down,” we’re happy to let you know that last-minute tickets are still available for all upcoming shows.Some are quite cheap too.At the time of publication, we found seats going for as low as $26 USD before fees on Vivid Seats. By our estimation, that’s a steal to catch one of the fastest rising stars in the music industry.Want to see NF perform all of his hits plus tracks from his upbeat 2023 album “Hope” live?Keep reading.We’ve got all the details you’re looking for and more below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and lowest ticket prices available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

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Since 2020's lockdown, Verzuz battles have become a big part of hip-hop culture. From legendary producers Boi-1da taking on Hit-Boy to New Yorkers Fabolous and Jadakiss going head-to-head to even soul groups Earth, Wind & Fire going up against the Isley Brothers — getting on the platform is a big deal for any artist.

Scarlett Moffatt has been flooded with compliments as she was seen celebrating a week since welcoming her son into the world. The former Gogglebox star announced she had given birth to her first child five weeks early in an emotional social media post last Thursday (June 29).

Janelle Monae isn’t shy about her boobs anymore!

Megan Thee Stallion has shown her fans a glimpse of her daily life – and workout routine – as well as revealing that she “can’t drop new music right now”.The Houston rapper hasn’t been in the limelight much of late, following her extensive world tour last year.Then on Saturday (June 24), Megan posted a day-in-the-life style video, discussing her fitness journey from the gym with her new trainer.“Bitch, since the last time y’all seen me, I learned to do a motherfucking pull-up,” she narrated at lightning speed. “OK, so anyways, I can’t drop music right now but, bitch, I might as well drop a little workout routine.”A post shared by Megan Thee Stallion (@theestallion)In the rest of the video, she spoke about getting her dancers prepped for their Essence Festival performance, buying a Halloween-themed Birkin, and watching Pharrell Williams’ debut show as Louis Vuitton’s Menswear creative director.Last month, Megan Thee Stallion spoke to InStyle Magazine about new material – telling the publication that “fans can expect new music when [she’s] in a better place.” Back in April, Megan penned an article for Elle about her career and the “trauma” she experienced while going through the legal issues of recent years.

Shakira will soon have a statue in her honor, placed in a strategic location chosen by the people through a vote. This is a well-deserved tribute to the singer’s philanthropic work through her Pies Descalzos foundation, which has helped many people.The sculpture will be an impressive 20 feet tall and made of bronze, created by the talented plastic artist Yino Márquez.

Essence Festival is returning to New Orleans, LA’s Caesars Superdome for three days of food and wine, film and most importantly, music.And this year’s lineup — which is celebrating Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary — is a doozy.Kicking off Friday, June 30, major stars Lauryn Hill, Doug E. Fresh, Big Daddy Kane, EPMD, KRS-One, Slick Rick, Jagged Edge and Ari Lennox will perform.Then, on Saturday, July 1, icons Missy Elliott, Jill Scott, Ice Cube, DJ Quik, Ice T, E-40, Jermaine Dupri, Ludacris, T.I., Gucci Mane, Lil Jon, Big Boi and Monica are set to take the stage.Finally, on Sunday, July 2, Megan Thee Stallion, Eve, Salt N Pepa, Remy Ma, Trina and Wizkid close the multi-day musical extravaganza.Plus, comedians Deon Cole and “Abbott Elementary” star Janelle James are set to bring laughs all weekend long.Best of all, you can get in for fairly cheap.While three-day passes cost $446 before fees on Vivid Seats, single-day passes can be found for as low as $64.That’s where the hack comes in.By buying single-day passes to one or more days rather than the multi-day pass, you can save big.Need to know more information before committing?We’ve got all the details you’re looking for and more below.All prices are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the cheapest tickets available for this year’s Essence Festival can be found right here.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time.

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion gave their blessing for the use of “WAP” in the new comedy “Joy Ride”.

The Malta Film Commission has outlined its plans to take the Mediterranean island’s burgeoning locations business to the next level as it enjoys its busiest year ever, on the fringes of its new Mediterrane Film Festival.

Cardi B put husband Offset on blast after he claimed she was cheating on him with another man.

Megan Thee Stallion is staying hit.

The newly rebooted Taormina Film Festival kicked off on Friday night in the Sicilian city’s landmark Teatro Antico amphitheatre in an unusual but magnificent style with benefit event “Pavarotti Forever”.

Missy Elliott exudes confidence onstage, but in a candid new cover story for Essence she opens up about her lifelong struggles with anxiety.

Missy Elliott dropped a full studio album, but the musician hasn't stopped dropping hits in that time. And the four-time GRAMMY winner has plans for more in the near future! Talking with  for their July/August Festival of Culture issue, Elliott shares that she has «some new stuff in the works.» Although the rapper and producer keeps mum about a timeline, telling  that she doesn't want to get in trouble with fans, she does tease that the music will be «fun» and «upbeat.» «I never tell dates,» Elliott explains. "'Cause when I tell you dates, it will get you in trouble with them fans.«The Portsmouth, Virginia, native reveals a few artists she'd love to collaborate with in the future, including André 3000, Rihanna, Erykah Badu and Jill Scott.