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12/26/22 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Be A Clown From The Pirate- Gene Kelly and The Nicholas Brothers

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In The Pirate (1948) both Gene Kelly and Judy Garland fought to get The Nicholas Brothers (Fayard Nicholas and Harold Nicholas) included in the movie. They succeeded, but the Be a Clown sequence was cut by exhibitors in Memphis and other U.S. cities in the South because it included The Nicholas Brothers, who were black.  Continue reading

  12/25/22 O&A NYC CHRISTMAS SONG OF THE DAY: Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)

Official music video for “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)” by Nat King Cole. Continue reading

12/24/22 O&A NYC FROM THE VAULT: A Conversation with Clive Thompson- The Ailey Years

By Walter Rutledge

Clive Thompson danced in the Golden Era of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Officially becoming a permanent member in 1970 when choreographer Ailey was entering a creative zenith. He viral good looks, skillful partnering, and his ability to capture audiences in both dramatic and abstract roles made him Ailey royalty. Continue reading

12/14/23 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY HOLIDAY GREETING: Eartha Kitt- Santa Baby

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Eartha Mae Kitt was an actress, singer, cabaret star, dancer, stand-up comedienne, activist and voice artist. Known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 recordings of C’est Si Bon and the enduring Christmas novelty smash Santa Baby. Both songs became US Top 10 hits. Orson Welles once called her the most exciting woman in the world.
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12/20/22 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: James Baldwin and Paul Weiss Debate Discrimination In America (The Dick Cavett Show 5/16/69 )

James Baldwin and Yale Professor, Paul Weiss get engaged in a debate on the issue of racial discrimination in the USA. Continue reading

12/18/22 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FOOTWEAR: Salehe Bembury x New Balance 990v2 “Sand Be The Time”

Salehe Bembury “Sand Be The Time” finally sees a wide retailer release on December 22nd.The sand dune-inspired color combination continues underfoot, with cushioning and traction solutions donning dessert and sunset like colors.Wait for a newbalance.com launch on  December 22nd for $200.

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12/18/22 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Tamela Mann – Finished

Tamela Jean Mann is a Gospel artist, songwriter and actress. Tamela Mann began her career as a singer with the gospel group Kirk Franklin and the Family. Continue reading

12/16/22 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Fik Shun and Twitch So You Think You Can Dance Season 10 Finale

Stephen Laurel Twitch Boss was an American freestyle hip hop dancer, choreographer, actor, television producer and television personality. In 2008, he finished in second place on the American version of So You Think You Can Dance. Sleep In Heaven! Continue reading

12/16/22 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Anthony Hamilton ft. Rick Ross – Real Love

Rick Ross is known for delivering some of R&B’s best rap features, and he’s at it again on a track from Anthony Hamilton’s latest album.As the North Carolina born singer continues promoting his 2021 LP Love Is The New Black, he’s released a new visual for the Rozay-assisted cut, Real Love. Continue reading