If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like when every era of Black music collides in one place, the answer is ONE Musicfest.
This year marked my first time attending, and from the moment I set foot into Piedmont Park, I felt the pulse of the city: grassy kicks, ponchos, hoodies, and scarves on, Hennessy cocktails, and all.
The bass echoed through Midtown like a heartbeat, and every few steps, someone was stopping for selfies, hugs, or impromptu two-steps under the cloudy sky, although the sun was shining on day one.
“The OMF experience was like no other,” attendee Amber Jane told BOSSIP. “Felt like the old Atlanta days. Between Jagged Edge and a surprise performance by Usher, kept me warm on the inside and out.”
That warmth was sentimental. From the vendors slinging wings and handmade

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