Out & About NYC Magazine was founded to offer the arts and lifestyle enthusiast a fresh new look at New York City. We will showcase the established and the emerging, the traditional and the trendy. And we will do it with élan, and panache with a dash of fun.

2/4/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: The Fantastic Four: First Steps – Official Teaser

The Fantastic Four are back in action in our very first look at their Marvel Comics Universe debut. This morning Marvel Studios unveiled the first public footage from  The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Matt Shakman’s first theatrical MCU release after he produced and directed Wanda Vision. Continue reading

2/4/25 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Kendrick Lamar Wins Record Of The Year For “NOT LIKE US” | 2025 GRAMMYs Acceptance Speech

In his 2025 Grammys Acceptance Speech for Record Of The Year for Not Like Us, Kendrick Lamar thanked his hometown of Los Angeles and the people who supported him on his journey. He also recognized the pioneering West Coast Hip Hop artists who inspired him. Continue reading

2/3/25 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: The Cleveland Show – Excited For Black History Month

Cleveland and Cleveland Jr. teach Donna and the kids their tradition of celebrating Black History Month. However, when Rallo learns about his heritage at school, he provokes Cleveland into a battle royale with neighbor, Lester. Continue reading

2/3/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Chic – Good Times

Alfa Anderson, best known for being one of the lead vocalists of the iconic 1970s band Chic, has died, according to reports. She was 77, this is a tribute to the Disco Legend for Black History Month. Continue reading

2/3/25 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Island In The Sun – Harry Belafonte and Dorothy Dandridge

Island In The Sun is a 1957 Drama film produced by Darryl F. Zanuck and directed by Robert Rossen. It features an ensemble cast including James Mason, Harry Belafonte, Joan Fontaine, Juan Collins, Dorothy Dandridge, Michael Rennie, Stphen Boyd, Patricia Owens, John Justin, Diana Wynyard, John Williams and Basil Sydney. Continue reading

2/2/25 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Dottie Peoples & The Peoples Choice Chorale – He’s An On Time God and more


Dottie Peoples has been a star in the gospel music industry for more than 30 years, since she was nine years old. Called The Songbird Of The South by Atlanta WAOK radio announcer Brother Esmond Patterson, Peoples won the top four honors at the 1995 Stellar Awards with her album, On Time God. Continue reading

2/1/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FOOTWEAR: Nike SB Dunk Low BHM

Nike brings history to life with its latest release, the SB Dunk Low BHM, designed for Black History Month 2025. This special edition honors the often-overlooked legacy of Black Cowboys and their vital contributions to the American West. Continue reading

2/1/24 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Fela Kuti & Africa 70 Concert In Paris

 

Fela Kuti & Africa 70, Instrumental & Movement Of  The People live in Paris in 1981. This was shot at Captain Video in Paris in 1981 and David Niles was the director and editor. Continue reading

2/1/24 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY ANYTHING GOES: Mercy by Alex Miedzinski for Senior Lyrical 2023

 

Choreographer Alex Miedzinski presents Mercy, featuring the senior students (age 17-18 years) of the Performance Training Program. The work was performed at their 2023 End of Year Concert at Brent Street one of Australia’s premiere dance academies. Continue reading

1/31/25 O&A NYC DIVA ALERT: FKA Twigs – Striptease

Tahliah Debrett Barnett professionally known as FKA Twigs is a Alternative R&B artist, songwriter, producer and dancer. Born in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, she was formerly known as Twigs. Continue reading