2011 is shaping up to be a big year for black music on the festival circuit in the United States.  The lineup for the 17th annual Essence Music Festival was announced and features such heavyweights as Kanye West, Mary J. Blige and Jill Scott amongst others.

Kanye West gives Charlie Wilson and Mos Def a glimpse into his world of music making. West shares a rendition of "Flashing Lights" that he will likely perform the next we see him live (Hopefully). Mos Def also shows off some of his ill dance moves. Get em' Mos!

Kanye West debuted a new song, "See Me Now" featuring Beyoncé and Charlie Wilson, on NYC's Hot 97 today.