James Brown (Eddie Murphy) sings about a hot tub in this classic SNL sketch from 1983 season 9. Murphy captures Brown’s soul style before disrobing and getting into the water. Continue reading
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(Repost) 2/9/24 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: A Conversation with Unstoppable Joan Myers Brown
By Walter Rutledge
“On Saturday, April 19, 2014, Out and About NYC Magazine had the pleasure to talk Joan Myers Brown, the driving force behind the success of the Philadelphia Dance Company beloved called Philadanco. In the almost ten years since this interview this living tribute to black dance and the Philadelphia arts tradition (both Brown and the company) are still Philly’s finest. The company is on full display this week at New York City’s Joyce Theater through tomorrow Saturday Febraury 10th for three performances. We repost this interview because despite international acclaim the struggle continues. “- Walter Rutledge Continue reading
2/17/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez SONG OF THE DAY: Solange – Cranes In The Sky
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
Cranes in the Sky is a song by Solange. Released on October 5, 2016 by Saint Records and Columbia Records, it is the first single from Solange’s third album, A Seat at the Table. The song was written by Raphael Saadiq and Solange, and produced by Sir Dylan along with Raphael Saadiq and Solange. Continue reading
2/17/17 O&A NYC WHAT THE FUNK: James Brown – Say It Loud I’m Black And I’m Proud
Say It Loud – I’m Black and I’m Proud performed by James Brown and written with his bandleader Alfred Pee Wee Ellis was released as a two-part single in 1968. The single held the number-one spot on the R&B singles chart for six weeks, and peaked at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100.
2/17/17 SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: A Conversation With Abdiel Jacobsen
Abdiel Jacobsen made his debut with the Martha Graham Dance Company as an apprentice dancing in Errand Into The Maze with world-renowned Russian ballerina Diana Vishneva. Continue reading
2/16/17 O&A WITH WaleStylez SONG OF THE DAY: Neon Indian – Slumlord Rising
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
Neon Indian is an electronic music band from Denton, Texas.The music is composed by Mexican-born Alan Palomo (born July 24, 1988), who is also known for his work with the band Ghosthustler, and as the solo artist VEGA. Continue reading
2/16/17 O&A WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Nike SF-AF1 Is Releasing In Desert Camouflage
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
Air Force 1 remix is releasing soon in camouflage prints. Designed by Ben Kirschner, the Nike SF-AF1 draws in inspiration from tactical military gear, namely the SFB Boot that is in use by the military today. Continue reading
2/16/17 O&A WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Public School x Air Jordan 12 Will Re-Release Pop-Up Location In New York City
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
Public School is re-releasing its highly-coveted Air Jordan 12 collaboration from last year. Honoring PSNY’s latest apparel collaboration with the Jumpman, the shoe will be available at its 220 Hudson Street pop-up location on February 16, 2017. Limited quantities will be available for $300. Continue reading
2/16/17 O&A NYC DANCE: Nowness- Robert Battle Choreographer
AAADT Artistic Director Robert Battle choreographed Nowness on dancers Jamar Roberts, Christopher Taylor and Jeremy T. Villas in this new film from director Anna Rose Holmer, known for her 2016 drama The Fits. Continue reading
2/16/17 O&A NYC THURSDAY MORNING FUNNIES: Trump Calls Obama
The White House leaks continue now Conan O’Brien has found exclusive audio of the Valentine’s Day phone call between Trump and Obama. Continue reading
