Alex Galbraith
He has a distinct voice that you will come to know more as you follow VL NOLA. He has shown himself to be an intrepid entertainment and culture writer, who always knows about the best events, happenings and performers before anybody else. Now, he’s going to tell you all about them here at Very Local NOLA.
Essence Outsider: Notes From A Fest First-Timer
My first-ever Essence Fest experience will not be my last.
Big Freedia showed Essence Fest why she reigns as the Queen Diva of Bounce
Big Freedia toasted her long-time fans while welcoming newcomers in her Essence sets.
Mykia Jovan Was One Of The Best Parts Of Essence Fest’s First Day
Mykia Jovan captivated a tight-knit crowd on the first day of Essence Fest.
New Orleans As All Pell: Rapper Turns In Impressive Essence Show
Pell lit up a hometown crowd with the help of a few other New Orleans musicians.
DJ Kristi Sugarcookie Will Bring NOLA Flavor To Essence Fest’s Seminars
Catch DJ Kristi Sugarcookie when she spins her favorite records at the Essence Fest Beauty & Style stage!
Giving Back: Essence Fest Day of Service Helps Beautify Ashé Cultural Arts Center
MIC-AMPED campers cleaned up the Ashe Cultural Arts Center in Central City as part of Essence Fest
Barrow’s Catfish, Hollygrove Institution Shuttered After Katrina, To Re-Open Friday
The new Barrow’s will have a menu that moves beyond its deep-fried roots, but catfish will still be the restaurant’s signature dish.
The Best Essence Fest Parties To Hit Up This Weekend
There’s quite a few Essence-esque places to get into trouble this weekend, if you want to leave the Superdome.
Where To Eat For New Orleans’ First ‘Black Restaurant Week’
Black Restaurant Week celebrates restaurants owned by the same people who made New Orleans’ cuisine what it is.
The Best New Orleans Acts To See During Essence Fest 2018
There will be plenty of time to see out-of-town acts at Essence Fest, but you should make time in your schedule for these local legends and rising stars.