From the 1984 break dance movie Breakin’ the famous broom scene by Boogaloo Shrimp (Turbo) Continue reading
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5/14/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Maharishi Stencil Embroidery Spring/Summer 2018 Capsule
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr
Maharishi put a fresh spin on the iconic Tabi silhouette, celebrating the style’s utilitarian Japanese roots. Continuing to add to its Spring/Summer 2018 lineup, the brand returns with a new capsule for the warmer months. Continue reading
5/14/18 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: SZA – Broken Clocks
Broken Clocks is by singer-songwriter SZA. It was released as a promotional single on June 2, 2017, from SZA’s debut studio album Ctrl.It was written by SZA and produced by Cody Fayne, as well as embodying portions of West, written by Thomas Paxton Beesley, Adam Feeney and Daniel Caeser. Continue reading
5/13/18 O&A NYC DANCE: Mother (Isadora Duncan c. 1923)
Loretta Thomas performs Mother featuring choreography by Isadora Duncan (c. 1923) with music by Alexander Scriabin. Duncan bore two children, both out of wedlock. The first, Deirdre Beatrice (born September 24, 1906), by theatre designer Gordon Craig and the second, Patrick Augustus (born May 1, 1910),by Paris Singer, one of the many sons of sewing machine magnate Isaac Singer. Both children drowned in the care of their nanny in 1913 when their runaway car went into the Seine River in Paris.
Mother (Isadora Duncan c. 1923)
In her autobiography, Duncan relates that she begged a young Italian stranger, the sculptor Romano Romanelli, to sleep with her because she was desperate for another baby. She became pregnant by him, and gave birth to a son on August 13, 1914; the infant died shortly after birth.
5/13/18 O&A NYC SUNDAY BRUNCH: Raspberry Sunrise Mother’s Day Mimosa
Raspberry Sunrise Mimosa is beautiful drink is the perfect fancy treat for Mother’s Day. Extra points for serving it to her in bed. Continue reading
5/13/18 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Shirley Caesar- I Remember Mama
Shirley Ann Caesar-Williams, known professionally as Shirley Caesar is considered the First Lady of Gospel Music. The singer, songwriter and recording artist career has spanned over six decades. Caesar is a multi-award winning artist, with eleven Grammy Awards and seven Dove Awards to her credit.
5/11/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Travis Scott x Air Jordan 4 “Cactus Jack”
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr
Travis Scott upcoming Air Jordan 4 collaboration is featured as the Cactus Jack. Jordan Brand and the Houston hip hop artist is a colorful rework of the iconic Air Jordan model accented with a series of branding. Continue reading
5/11/18 O&A NYC DANCE: Ruddur Dance brings Empowered To Hostos
RudduR Dance, an emerging contemporary ballet company will present Empowered, the company’s first single-billed performance on Friday May 11, 7:30pm at Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx. The concert will showcase the world premiere of Witness: Part I – Yesterday, along with audience favorites The Place Between, A Night in the Life of Us, and Doubt of the Devout. From the physical to the spiritual, Empowered breaks visible and invisible chains that bind, while moving to greater strength.
The multi-talented creative team behind Empowered includes Jamaican-born Choreographer Christopher Rudd, acclaimed Vocalist and Composer Tariq Al-Sabir and Mathieu Leopoldo, Head of Rigging. The evening features a blend of contemporary ballet with theatricality and aerial artistry to create provocative experiences that address timely social and political landscapes. Performers crawl, fly, and leap as they move through aerial silk, bungee restraints, shackles, in search for freedom and a higher order. Empowerment is a partnership with Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture and the CUNY Dance Initiative. For more information and tickets call Box Office (718) 518-4455, or visit http://www.hostos.cuny.edu/culturearts/events/YEAR-2018/may/RudduR-Dance/RudduR%2 0Dance.shtml.
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5/10/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez AUTOMOBILE: Rolls-Royce Cullinan: Supreme Liberty
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr
Rolls-Royce Cullinan is an upcoming luxury SUV by British manufacturer Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Upon its introduction, the Cullinan will be the first SUV launched by the Rolls-Royce marque. Continue reading
5/10/18 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: The Intruders- I’ll Always Love My Mama
Happy Mother’s Day Throwback Thursday enjoy The Intruders 1973 hit single I’ll Always Love My Mama. Continue reading
