Usher and Chris Brown brought their co-headlining The R&B Tour to a sold-out audeince at Soldier Field on Saturday, August 22, 2026, wrapping up a massive two-night stadium run in Chicago. Continue reading
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Category: Black Music History
8/15/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Dottie Peoples – Oh Lord Let Me Lean On You
Oh Lord Let Me Lean On You is a powerful traditional gospel anthem recorded by the legendary Dottie Peoples alongside The Peoples Choice Chorale. Released in 1996 on her acclaimed album Count On God under Atlanta International Records, this soul-stirring track showcases her signature dynamic, powerhouse vocals and a deep, unwavering message of faith, spiritual reliance, and comfort. 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
7/16/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Al Green – Let’s Stay Together (Live Performance)
Al Green’s iconic soul masterpiece, Let’s Stay Together, has been captured in several legendary live performances throughout his career. Originally released as a single in late 1971 before anchoring his landmark 1972 studio album, the song topped the Billboard Hot 100 and solidified Green’s signature Memphis Soul style. Continue reading
6/14/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Walter Hawkins – Marvelous
Marvelous is a highly celebrated traditional gospel song written and performed by the late Bishop Walter Hawkins alongside the Love Center Choir. Continue reading
6/8/26 O&A NYC THE SONG OF THE DAY/ BLACK MUSIC MONTH: Curtis Mayfield – Give Me Your Love (1972)
Super Fly is the third studio album by soul and funk musician Curtis Mayfield, released in July 1972 on Curtom Records. It was released as the soundtrack for the blaxploitation film of the same name. Continue reading
4/23/26 O&A NYC BLACK MUSIC HISTORY: A History of Funk Music And Black Liberation Of The 1970s – Full Documentary
We Want The Funk a syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, spans from gospel, soul, highlife, and early jazz roots, to its rise and impact on new wave and hip-hop, as funk music has been transcendent for creators and listeners alike. Continue reading
