A Thanksgiving Miracle would be holiday dinner without family drama. But if the mascara does hit the fan it’s nothing some Adele music can’t fix. Continue reading
No comments
Author: OutandAboutnycmag
11/24/15 O&A NYC Song Of The Day: Kenny Lattimore- For You
Kenny Lattimore released his self-titled debut album on May 14, 1996. Critics hailed the album, saying that it hearkened back to the time of Donny Hathaway and Marvin Gaye when “R&B had more soul”. The set was bolstered by the success of singles Never Too Busy, Just What It Takes and For You. Continue reading
11/24/15 O&A NYC Inspirational Tuesday: Patti Labelle on Luther Vandross
Patti Labelle shares a poem written by Luther Vandross’ mother Mary Ida Vandross, and sings during his memorial service at Riverside Church on July 8, 2005. Continue reading
11/23/15 O&A NYC Hollywood Monday: Somewhere Over The Rainbow- The Wizard Of OZ
In 1939 MGM released the Frank Baum children’s classic The Wizard of Oz. The public wanted child star and box office powerhouse Shirley Temple to play the role of Dorothy. The studio decided to go with 17-year-old newcomer Judy Garland instead. This was one of the first scene filmed it sets the tone for the rest of the film. Continue reading
11/22/15 O&A NYC Sunday Afternoon Jazz Concert: Nancy Wilson
Nancy Wilson performs at the Newport Jazz Festival on August 15, 1987. The full concert was filmed live for television. Continue reading
11/22/15 O&A NYC Gospel Sunday: Tamia- Tomorrow
Tamia Marilyn Hill known professionally as Tamia, is a Canadian born singer-songwriter. Tomorrow written by Carvin Lawrence Winans and Deborah Kerr Winans and appears on her third studio album More (2004). It was originally scheduled (and titled Still) for a 2003 release but was later delayed due to Tamia’s multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Tamia peformed to the song a few years earlier and performed it in 2001 on the BET. Continue reading
11/21/15 O&A NYC ts Saturday – Anything Goes: Saturday Morning Mini Concert- Whitney Houston (Live Medley)
Whitney Houston performs at the 25th anniversary celebration of Arista Records. The medley includes: I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) / How Will I Know / I Believe In You And Me / I Will Always Love You / My Love Is Your Love (with Monica, Deborah Cox, Angie Stone, Faith Evans & Bobby Brown). Continue reading
11/20/15 O&A NYC Song Of The Day: Adele- When We Were Young (Live at The Church Studios)
Adele just released a live video for When We Were Young, the second single off her upcoming album 25. Recorded at The Church Studios in London, Adele’s poignant performance is a candid one in which she, once again, reminisces about lost time, reciting lyrics like “Oh, I’m so mad I’m getting old—it makes me reckless. It was just like a movie. It was just like a song when we were young.” It’s another gripping display of sorrow that tugs at the heartstrings. Adele’s new album, 25, is due out today, November 20. Continue reading
11/20/15 O&A NYC Dance: A Conversation With Sylvia Waters- Artistic Director Emerita Ailey II
By Walter Rutledge
Ailey II Artistic Director Emerita Sylvia Waters has shaped the lives and careers of countless young artists. During her 38 year tenure the Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble grew into a world respected Ailey II- a dance company, choreographic laboratory and “dancing boot camp”. In 2012, shortly before her departure, we had an opportunity to talk with her about her career as a dancer, teacher and director.
11/19/15 O&A NYC ART: A Video Preview Of The Herb Ritts Supermodel Photography Exhibition
By Walter Rutledge
In the spring of 2014 The Edwynn Houk Gallery,745 Fifth Avenue, presented an exhibition of rare, vintage photographs by celebrated American photographer Herb Ritts. The exhibition focused exclusively on the five models in his iconic work, Stephanie, Cindy, Christy, Tatjana, Naomi, Hollywood, 1989. O&A NYC shares images from the exhibition that capture the supermodel era of the 80’s and early 90’s. Continue reading
