Tank "Flying Solo" During 20th Essence Music Fest

 "YOU'RE MY STAR" SINGER-TANK/ ESSENCE  FEST RECAP

(NEW ORLEANS, LA.) -- He's "Stronger" and these days he's flying solo.  During the recent 20th Annual Essence Music Festival, TGT member Tank decided it was time to hit the main stage without his partners in crime. Singers Tyrese and Ginuwine were noticably absent as the well dressed crooner talked with the members of the press backstage about performing at one of the most anticipated events of the year.  CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO as Tank talks about the success of his new CD "Stronger" and his rising popularity as a sex symbol.

LEDISI -ESSENCE 2014

PHOTO CREDIT: VISION/VOICE/VARION

LEDISI:  "NATURAL WOMAN"/ ESSENCE FEST RECAP

(NEW ORLEANS, LA.)--Give her a cap and gown because Ledisi has finally "graduated!" After many years of being hidden in the smaller, yet intimate Super Lounge, this year Ledisi got an opportunity to spread her wings.  The award winning singer joined the ranks of other big named acts like Prince, Lionel Richie, Charlie Wilson on the main stage in the covenant Super Lounge.  PRESS PLAY and watch Ledisi as she talks with journalists from around the country about what it is like to work the main stage of the Super Dome as a black woman with natural hair wearing 6 inch stiletto heels.  Don't worry Ledisi, you have more than earned every "delicious moment!"   Enjoyed!

ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL...."THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT!""

ESSENCE LAUNCHES THE 2013 ESSENCE FESTIVAL APP
*Available now to download for iPhone and Android users. 

2013 ESSENCE FESTIVAL APP FEATURES:

• Real Time Updates
  
• Current Lineup & Panel Listings
  
• Personalized Schedules
  
• Social Sharing
  
• Tickets for Purchase 

Personalized Schedules, Real Time Updates, And Social Sharing from "VISION/VOICE/VARION"

JULY 3, 2013---ESSENCE launches the official 2013 ESSENCE Festival App leading up to the most anticipated African-American cultural event of the year, the 2013 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans July 4th weekend.

With so much to see and do in New Orleans over ESSENCE Festival weekend, you need a game plan to enjoy it all. That's why ESSENCE built the free official ESSENCE Festival App, now available for iPhone and Android, to help Festival attendees stay-in- the-know over the holiday weekend.
The App allows users to receive updates from ESSENCE, see current lineups and listings, purchase tickets and create their own schedule and share details with friends.
With over 50 artists and 60 speakers appearing on 8 stages over 4 days, there is a lot to keep up with—and the free 2013 ESSENCE Festival App guarantees that users will not miss a single thing in this jam- packed Festival weekend.

For more information on the 2013 ESSENCE Festival, visit http://www.essence.com/festival
ESSENCE Festival. Become a fan on Facebook and follow the Festival conversation on Twitter #EssenceFest. 

IPHONE USERS CLICK HERE:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/official-2013-essence-festival/id659069885?ls=1&mt=8

ANDROID USERS CLICK HERE:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.timeinc.essence

RESTAURANT SCORECARD: Food Police Probe Salmonella Outbreak; Sushi Eyed

(Washington, D.C.)-- Health officials are "going fishing" this week, checking to make certain your raw seafood creation isn't baited with dangerous bacteria!  Nearly 100 people reported getting sick from something they ordered off the menu.  The outbreak may be linked to sushi and has caused at least seven people to go to the emergency room.  No deaths have been reported to date.  Right now the food police are focusing their investigation on six clusters of restaurants in Texas, Wisconsin, Maryland, Rhode Island and Connecticut.

CLICK HERE FOR "THE TODAY SHOW" REPORT!
Health agencies probe salmonella outbreak; sushi eyed

ANNIVERSARY EXCLUSIVE

(Pensacola, FL.) "VISION/VOICE/VARION" celebrates it's 1 year anniversary with a "world exclusive!" The hit television series "THE GAME" premieres tonight on BET, but not before Varion Walton "scores" a touchdown with cast member Marion "Pooch" Hall.  Pooch who is quickly becoming one of the hottest actors on television gives fans a sneak peek of this upcoming season.  Varion gets Pooch to open up about his early days with Hollywood Producer/ Director Spike Lee, plus how after growing up in Brockton, Massachusetts he always thought he would some day make it to the NFL, just not in full make-up!

Watch Varion's exclusive interview and find out why BET's "THE GAME" is striking a nerve with black households and starting to draw comparisons to "Good Times" and "Different Strokes!" Spread the word, tell a friend; this week marks an anniversary like no other as Varion works overtime  to "bring you more of what your love, 24/7!"

Courtesy: BET

Pooch Hall and Varion Walton

CLICK HERE TO Check out VARION's exclusive interview on her official website.
"Up Close with Pooch Hall"  

CLICK HERE TO VISIT:
"THE GAME" Web Site


"VISION/VOICE/VARION"...always on, always connected!