Tribute to Fela is a celebration of the legendary Fela Anikulapo Kuti, the pioneer of Afrobeat whose music, activism and sense of identity reshaped African sound and culture forever.
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Category: Black History
11/7/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FASHION SHOW: Pettre Taylor Redefining Contemporary African Fashion – Lagos Fashion Week 2025
At Lagos Fashion Week 2025, Pettre Taylor unveiled a collection that celebrated refined craftsmanship, clean silhouettes, and unmistakable elegance. Each piece reflected the designer’s mastery of minimalist sophistication, blending contemporary structure with a quiet power that spoke volumes. Continue reading
11/6/25 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Michael (2026) – Official Trailer
A teaser trailer for Michael, the film about the musician’s rise debuted on Thursday and gave the first glimpse of his real life nephew, Jaafar Jackson, portraying his late uncle.In the trailer, the younger Jackson is seen portraying some of Michael Jackson’s most iconic moments, including his famous Moonwalk dance and the Thriller music video. Continue reading
10/26/25 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers – Live in Belgium (1958)
A 1958 performance of jazz icons Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers live from Belgium featuring Art Blakey on drums, Lee Morgan on trumpet, Benny Golson playing saxophone, Bobby Timmons on piano and Jymie Merritt on bass. Continue reading
10/20/25 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: The Duke Is Tops (1938) – Lena Horne’s Film Debut
The Duke Is Tops (1938) an all black cast musical film released by Million Dollar Productions and directed by William Nolte. The film was later released in 1943 under the title The Bronze Venus, with Lena Horne given top billing. Continue reading
10/18/25 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: D’Angelo – Live at BET Awards 2012
D’Angelo performs “Untitled” and “Sugah Daddy” at the 2012 BET Awards. Continue reading
10/12/25 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Elijah Rock – Moses Hogan Chorale
“Performed by original members of the Moses Hogan Chorale in June, 1996 at the First Baptist Church of New Orleans, LA. Dedicated to all Chorale members and all singers throughout the world who have performed any of the works of Moses Hogan. Lastly, this video is dedicated to the memory of our beloved artistic director and dear friend, Moses George Hogan and also, chorale members Rhonda Ragin and Percy Ewell.”- Ernest C Battle.
10/9/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Nat King Cole – Autumn Leaves (Live)
Nat King Cole included Autumn Leaves in the 1955 album re-release of Nat King Cole Sings for Two in Love, and used in the 1956 film Autumn Leaves whose title was inspired by the song. Continue reading
10/4/25 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Kanye West, Jamie Foxx – Gold Digger / Touch The Sky (Live at 48th Grammy Awards)
Watch Kanye West and Jamie Foxx in a battle of the bands HBCU style perform Gold Digger / Touch The Sky live at 48th Grammy Awards (2006).
10/2/25 O&A NYC BLACK FACTS: Without Him Skyscrapers Wouldn’t Exist – The Black Man They Forgot
Alexander Miles, a Black inventor created the automatic elevator door system, making skyscrapers safe and practical. Continue reading
