Each summer, Essence Festival descends upon New Orleans for a whirlwind of performances, discussions, exhibitions, and parties. Go backstage with the Recording Academy to talk to some of the hottest artists in town for the festivities and hear their take on why Essence stands out as the premiere gathering in celebration of Black women and music.
Watch ROSÉ & Bruno Mars Open The 2026 Grammys With A Rock-Fueled “APT.” Performance
Feb 11, 2026 - 02:31 am
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Watch Bruno Mars Bring The Love With A Performance Of “I Just Might” | 2026 Grammys
Feb 11, 2026 - 01:56 am
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Watch Clipse, Pharrell Williams & Voices Of Fire Perform A High-Drama “So Far Ahead” | 2026 Grammys
Feb 7, 2026 - 02:50 am
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Feb 7, 2026 - 01:01 am
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Feb 6, 2026 - 02:39 am
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Watch Zara Larsson Perform A Gorgeous “Midnight Sun” | 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony
Feb 6, 2026 - 02:04 am
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Watch Olivia Dean Deliver A Delightful Performance Of “Man I Need” | 2026 Grammys
Feb 3, 2026 - 09:54 pm
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Watch The Marías Swept-Away Performance Of “No One Noticed” | 2026 Grammys
Feb 3, 2026 - 09:06 pm
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Watch Lady Gaga Win Best Pop Vocal Album For ‘MAYHEM’ | 2026 Grammys Acceptance Speech
Feb 2, 2026 - 08:41 pm
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