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8/8/25 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Capleton Award and Performance – Independence Grand Gala

Reggae and Dancehall Icon Capleton was officially honored with the Reggae Icon Award for his outstanding contribution to Jamaican music and culture during the  Independence Grand Gala 2025 in National Stadium Kingston, Jamaica. Continue reading

8/8/25 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Chicago’s Hiplet Ballerinas To Perform In The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project Debut

By Walter Rutledge

Shall We Dance Friday

Who would defile the sacred world of ballet (the last bastion of “pure” euro-centric dance and culture) by adding a healthy dose of urban flair? Move over Swan Lake and make way for the Hiplet Ballerinas. The Chicago – based dance company, whose unique style has taken the dance world by storm. The company will be part of The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project – Unbound: Shattered Frames, Endless Visions  on Saturday, August 23, 6 pm at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance (205 E. Randolph Street). The performance is a showcase of Black dance excellence and will feature ten of the city’s most innovative and diverse dance companies.   Continue reading

8/8/25 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNNIES: D*** in a Box – SNL Digital Short

Dick In A Box is a song by the American comedy group The Lonely Island featuring R&B artist Justin Timberlake. The trio—Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone co-wrote the song with Justin Timberlake, Katreese Barnes and Asa Taccone. Continue reading

8/8/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Clipse, Nas, Pusha T, Malice – Let God Sort Em Out

Let God Sort Em Out is the fourth studio album by the Clipse. Self-released on July 11, 2025, it marks the duo’s first album since Til the Casket Drops; Pusha T and Malice split in 2010, before reuniting in 2019. Continue reading

8/7/25 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: White News Network – Becky in Critical Condition After Eating Chicken

The Cursed Cable TV box has intercepted a transmission from the White News Network (WNN). Tonight’s story, Becky Blanderson is in critical condition after eating blackened chicken.
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8/6/25 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Offset – Professional

Kiari Kendrell Cephus known professionally as Offset, is Hip Hop artist. He rose to prominence as one third of the Atlanta-based Hip Hop trio Migos. Continue reading

8/6/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ NETFLIX TRAILER: Jay Kelly – Official Teaser

The highly anticipated new film from writer-director Noah Baumbach finally has its first look. Netflix has released the initial teaser trailer for Jay Kelly, a new film that pairs Hollywood legend George Clooney with the comedic genius of Adam Sandler. Continue reading

8/6/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYEZ VIDEO GAME TRAILER: Kirby And The Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World

The powerful puff is back! When a massive meteor suddenly crashes into the Forgotten Land, it’s up to Kirby to uncover its mystery, gather fragments of stars, and seal away an impending evil. Explore brand-new Starry Stages that transform familiar locations, use all-new Mouthful Modes to reach new areas, and more.  Continue reading

8/5/25 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Beyoncé Responds To President Trump

 
Will President Trump succeed in his latest attempt to distract attention from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal?
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8/1/25 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Marley Brothers Legacy Tour 2024

The Marley Brothers, including Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani, and Damian Jr. Gong, arrived in Toronto and delivered an epic performance at Budweiser Stage. They celebrated the music of their father, the legendary Bob Marley, performing a large number of classic songs.

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