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5/21/25 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: ‪@JasonDerulo‬ nails OPERA version of ⁣Baby Got Back by Sir Mix-a-Lot

Jason Derulo gives Sir Mix-a-Lot’s mega hit Baby Got Back a theatrical makeover in the Musical Genre Challenge. Continue reading

5/20/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Mariah the Scientist – Burning Blue

Mariah the Scientist, whose real name is Mariah Amani Buckles is an Atlanta-based R&B artist and songwriter who blends analytical and imaginative elements in her music. Continue reading

5/20/25 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Why Not You? – Powerful Motivational Speech 2025

Our beliefs determine our behavior. One of the Best Motivational Speeches Ever featuring Marcus Elevation Taylor.Why can’t you be the one that overcomes your past and makes history? Continue reading

5/19/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Givēon – Rather Be

Givēon is putting his heart on the line with his new single Rather Be. Produced by Matthew Burnett, Sevn Thomas, Jahaan Sweet, Maneesh Bidaye and Jeff Gitty Gitelman — hears Givēon grappling with the desire to reignite an old flame rather than starting a new.The vintage soul track carries the emotional weight of not wanting to let go of someone due to beliefs that no one will come close to what you once had. Continue reading

5/19/25 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Lonely People Algorithm – Erin Jackson

Comedian Erin Jackson jokes about attempting to date without leaving the house, the only time Black Don’t Crack isn’t a compliment, and why being a stand up comedian doesn’t always feel like a real job in her hilarious Don’t Tell Comedy set! Continue reading

5/18/25 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Darrell Winn- There Is a Balm in Gilead 

Darrell Winn singing There Is a Balm in Gilead at Family Worship Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Reverend Jimmy Swaggart arranged this beautiful rendition. Continue reading

5/17/25 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: Labelle in Concert 1975

Labelle was a three member band that originated out of the Blue Belles, a girl group who were a popular vocal group  of the 1960s and 1970s. Continue reading

5/16/25 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Vybz Kartel – They’re Outta Love, We Aren’t

Vybz Kartel drops a new song, They’re Outta Love, We Aren’t, dedicated to fiancée Sidem Ozutrk, who makes a special appearance in the music video. Continue reading

5/16/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Superman – Official Trailer

Superman, DC Studios first feature film to hit the big screen, is set to soar into theaters worldwide this summer from Warner Bros. Pictures. In his signature style, James Gunn takes on the original superhero in the newly imagined DC Universe with a singular blend of epic action, humor and heart, delivering a Superman who’s driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind. Continue reading

5/16/25 O&A NYC DIVA ALERT – Rihanna – Friend Of Mine

Rhianna is the nine time Grammy winner released the song Friend of Mine as part of the upcoming Smurfs Movie Soundtrack.The synth-heavy song repeats the same lyrics about friendship, perfect for a kids movie and a song that will likely be unavoidable in due time.
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