Out & About NYC Magazine was founded to offer the arts and lifestyle enthusiast a fresh new look at New York City. We will showcase the established and the emerging, the traditional and the trendy. And we will do it with élan, and panache with a dash of fun.

7/22/25 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Malcolm – Jamal Warner (August 18, 1970 – July 20, 2025)

In his poignant spoken word performance and talk, Malcolm – Jamal Warner shares how embracing vulnerability rather than pursuing notions of being cool changed his life. He encourages us to resist the media stereotypes of Black men, filled with bravado and danger, and instead create space and acceptance for male vulnerability and self-love.

7/21/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Tron: Ares – Official Trailer

Tron: Ares follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings.  Continue reading

7/21/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Kehlani – Folded

 

Folded is by R&B artist Kehlani, released on June 11, 2025. It was produced by Andre Harris, D.K. The Punisher, Don Mills and Khris Riddick-Tynes. Continue reading

7/21/25 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Woody Strode – Sergeant Rutledge

Lt. Cantrell (Jeffrey Hunter) defends Sergeant Rutledge (Woody Strode) as witnesses give testimony (relived in flashbacks) revealing the Sergeant’s gallantry – and the shocking truth behind the alleged crimes. Director John Ford, who attacked racism in The Searchers, explores similar territory in this landmark Western, the power of which still rings out with uncommon force decades later.

Continue reading

7/20/25 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Aretha Franklin – What a Friend We Have in Jesus (1972)

What a Friend We Have in Jesus was recorded in January 1972 at New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles. Aretha Franklin (1942-2018) then 29 years old and Reverend James Cleveland (1932 – 1991) performed with Southern California Community Choir led by Reverend Dr. Alexander Hamilton (1945-2022). Continue reading

7/19/25 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Happy Birthday Millie Jackson! Live (London 1984)

Happy birthday to Millie Jackson! She turned 81 years old on July 15th. Millie Jackson is a R&B and soul singer-songwriter, renowned for her powerful vocals, often explicit storytelling, and stage presence. Many fans are celebrating her birthday by listening to her music and sharing well wishes.

Continue reading

7/18/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Mortal Kombat II – Official Trailer

From Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema comes the latest high-stakes installment in the blockbuster video game franchise, presented in all its brutal glory: Mortal Kombat 2.This highly anticipated sequel thrusts audiences directly into the heart of the legendary Mortal Kombat tournament, where the very existence of Earthrealm hangs in the balance.  Continue reading

7/18/25 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Sound Clash – Dynamq vs Black Scorpio @Rebel Salute 2020(Jamaica)

Dynamq from South Sudan meets legendary Black Scorpio at Rebel Salute. Continue reading

7/18/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ VIDEO GAME TRAILER: EA Sports FC 26 – Official Reveal Trailer

The Reveal Trailer for EA Sports FC 26 is here, the next installment in the Soccer (Football) simulation franchise developed by EA Sports. Players will take to the pitch once more to lay it all out in the name of rivalry, competition, and victory.  Continue reading

7/18/25 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Harold Nicholas – Mister BeeBe from Carolina Blues (1944)

An amazing song and tap routine from Carolina Blues (1944) – with a huge cast of dancers and singers, and headed up by the wonderful Harold Nicholas. Continue reading