8/3/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Force M.D.’s – Tender Love

8/3/26 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Uptown Saturday Night 1974

Uptown Saturday Night is a celebrated 1974 American crime buddy comedy film directed by and starring Sidney Poitier, alongside co-star Bill Cosby. The plot centers on two ordinary friends, Steve Jackson and Wardell Franklin, who sneak away for a night out at Madame Zenobia’s illegal underground after-hours nightclub. Continue reading

8/2/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Tatiana Tate Performs Live at Wonder Full – Stevie Wonder Tribute at Grand Performances

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, standout trumpeter Tatiana Tate delivered an acclaimed live performance at the Wonder Full Tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder hosted by Grand Performances. Continue reading

7/31/26 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Philadanco – A Must See

By Walter Rutledge

Question: What do you get when you combine strong performers, stellar choreography and exceptional production elements? 
Answer: You get Philadanco! Continue reading

7/30/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Nigel Sylvester ft. Stove God Cooks, Chello – Brick After

The official music video for Brick After by professional BMX rider Nigel Sylvester, featuring Hip Hop artists Stove God Cooks and CHELLO, officially released on July 28, 2026. Continue reading

7/30/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Whitney Houston – It’s Not Right But It’s Okay

When You Believe is a critically acclaimed duet recorded by American vocal powerhouses Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Released on November 17, 1998, the power ballad served as the theme song for the DreamWorks animated feature film The Prince Of Egypt and was featured on both Houston’s album My Love Is Your Love and Carey’s compilation. Continue reading

7/29/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Ne-Yo – Dance Right Now

The Dance Right Now official music video features Ne-Yo and friends bringing a lively party to a rustic saloon, fostering connection, community, and stepping outside comfort zones. It showcases his new Country infused R&B sound. Continue reading

7/29/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ DANCE PARTY: Nazzy vs Boy Q – OVDRZE 9

Nazzy vs Boy Q is a battle packed with insane musicality, animation, bone-breaking, threading, and creative storytelling from start to finish. Every round raises the stakes as two elite representatives of the Flexn culture leave everything on the floor.If you’re a fan of Flexn dance, street dance battles, animation, freestyle dance, bone breaking, NYC dance culture, or underground battle culture, this is one you don’t want to miss. Continue reading

7/29/26 O&A NYC WILDING OUT WEDNESDAY: Boomerang: Strangé Scenepack

The term Strangé Scenepack refers to a curated compilation of video clips featuring the iconic character Strangé, played by Grace Jones, in the 1992 romantic comedy classic Boomerang. Continue reading

7/28/26 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Diana Ross Central Park – No Wind, No Rain Can Stop Me

On July 21, 1983, music icon Diana Ross gave one of the most legendary performances of her career when a massive, torrential thunderstorm struck her free benefit concert on The Great Lawn in New York City’s Central Park. Continue reading