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.

2/23/26 O&A NYC LOCKDOWN LEARNING: The Real Story of Jean-Michel Basquiat

The Real Story of Jean-Michel Basquiat, often focusing on his transition from a homeless graffiti artist to a global art icon. This YouTube mini-documentary titled The Real Story of Jean-Michel Basquiat was released in 2023. Continue reading

2/22/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Count Basie and his Orchestra live -North Sea Jazz Festival (7/13/1979 – World of Jazz)

 The first concert of bandleader/pianist William ‘Count’ Basie and his Count Basie Orchestra at the North Sea Jazz Festival 1979. Basie did two concerts at the festival, one month before his 75th birthday. Continue reading

2/22/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Oh Happy Day – The Edwin Hawkins Singers (1969)

Oh Happy Day is a 1967 gospel music arrangement of the 1755 hymn by clergyman Philip Doddridge. Recorded by the Edwin Hawkins Singers, it became an international hit in 1969. It has since become a gospel music standard. Continue reading

2/21/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Burna Boy – For Everybody

The official music video for Burna Boy’s For Everybody was released on January 16, 2026. Created in collaboration with Sporty Group, the track serves as a global anthem merging African culture, music and sports. Continue reading

2/21/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Cool Runnings “I’m The Driver” Clip

Cool Runnings, the I’m The Driver moment occurs when the team is first setting up their bobsled positions.Sanka Coffie (Doug E. Doug) tries to claim the front seat, asserting, “I’m The Driver,” only to be immediately corrected by Derice Bannock (Leon Robinson), who reminds him, No you’re not. You’re the Brakeman. Continue reading

2/21/26 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY ANYTHING GOES: 17 African Male Models From Men’s Fall 2026

17 African male models just made their official runway debut at Men’s Fall 2026 Ready-to-Wear from Milan to Paris — and people paid attention. Continue reading

2/20/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Buju Banton – Untold Stories

Untold Stories is a landmark Reggae song by Buju Banton, released as part of his critically acclaimed album Til Shiloh.Recorded when Buju Banton was only 22, the track is a semi-acoustic ballad that signaled a major shift in his career from dancehall toward more socially conscious and spiritual themes.

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2/20/26 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Toy Story 5 – Official Trailer

Toy Story 5 is scheduled to be released in theaters on June 19, 2026. The film, directed by Andrew Stanton and McKenna Harris as co-director, focuses on the classic toys facing a modern threat: kids’ growing obsession with electronic devices. Continue reading

2/20/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Black History Month Stand Up Comedy Compilation – Stand Up Comedy

In honor of Black History Month, Cracked Comedy Club put together a full stand up compilation. The lineup includes the following: Eva Evans , Andre D. Thompson, LeClerc Andre, Ontonio Kareem, Onika McLean, Simeon Goodson, Neko White, Jared Waters, Randall Otis and Ayanna Dookie. Continue reading

2/20/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: New Edition – Can You Stand The Rain

Can You Stand The Rain is a classic 1988 R&B ballad by the group New Edition. Written and produced by the legendary duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, it was the third single from the group’s multi-platinum fifth studio album, Heart Break. Continue reading