Richard Smallwood wrote the gospel classic Total Praise during a period of immense personal trial while caring for his mother, who had dementia, and a close friend battling cancer. Continue reading
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1/4/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY GOSPEL: Rev. James Cleveland and The Caravans – Soldiers In The Army
Soldiers in the Army, often performed by Rev. James Cleveland with choirs like The Caravans, is a powerful, classic gospel anthem about spiritual perseverance, It resonates deeply with listeners for its message of faith and divine struggle, often evoking nostalgia for traditional church experiences and celebrating figures like Inez Andrews and the Caravans. Continue reading
1/4/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY MORNING FUNNIES: You Can’t Pray The Gay Away – Laura Bell Bundy
Laura Bell Bundy‘s latest video entitled You Can’t Pray The Gay Away bring a common sense solution to an age old question. Just ask either senator from South Carolina. Continue reading
1/3/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Bella Shmurda ft. Seyi Vibez – Bounce
Bounce is a collaborative Afrobeats single by Nigerian artists Bella Shmurda and Seyi Vibez, released as part of Bella Shmurda’s 2026 album, Sanity. Continue reading
1/3/26 O&A NYC IN MEMORIAM: Kennedy Center Honoree Carmen de Lavallade
The legendary (Carmen de Lavallade) ballet dancer, choreographer and teacher, who is among the honorees being feted for their illustrious careers by the Kennedy Center nine years ago, talks with correspondent Rita Braver about bringing modern dance to new levels; her marriage to dancer-director Geoffrey Holder; and the bittersweet memories of a life danced to the fullest. Continue reading
1/3/26 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ TELEVISION SERIES TRAILER: Marvel Television’s Wonder Man – Official Trailer
Marvel Television has kicked off the New Year by dropping a new two-minute trailer for the highly anticipated series Wonder Man.Starring Emmy and Tony Award winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, the eight-episode series follows a struggling Hollywood actor desperate for his big break. Continue reading
1/3/26 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY – ANYTHING GOES: Conchita Wurst – Rise Like a Phoenix (Austria) 2014 LIVE Eurovision
Rise Like a Phoenix, performed by Conchita Wurst representing Austria, was the winning song of the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest held in Copenhagen, Denmark. The performance is notable for its James Bond-inspired orchestration and Wurst’s iconic “bearded lady” stage persona. Continue reading
1/3/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Clayton Bigsby, the World’s Only Black White Supremacist – Chappelle’s Show
Clayton Bigsby is a fictional character portrayed by Dave Chappelle in the series premiere of Chappelle’s Show in 2003. He is depicted as a blind, Black man living in a secluded community who, having never seen himself, mistakenly believes he is white and becomes a prominent white supremacist author.
1/2/25 O&A NYC Encore Performance: Diana Ross Live Ball Drop On Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026
Music icon Diana Ross headlined Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026, performing a career-spanning medley of hits in Times Square just before the ball drop to welcome 2026. Continue reading
1/1/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Vanessa Williams- Happy Days Are Here Again
What better way to start our New Year Celebration then with Vanessa Williams rendition of Happy Days Are Here Again. Continue reading
