Dancehall Vibes is a high-energy dancehall song and viral dance challenge by Jamaican artist Ding Dong, featuring the dance crew DFT. Continue reading
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9/1/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ FOOTWEAR: Terror Squad x Nike Air Force 1 Low University Red and White
Nike, Fat Joe, and Terror Squad are officially releasing the Air Force 1 Low University Red and White, a pair that first surfaced in 2023 without a confirmed drop. The colorway sticks to the template Terror Squad AF1s are known for: simple blocking, familiar branding and little in the way of extra flourish. Red leather runs across the mudguard, eyestays and heel panels, while white leather takes the toe box and side panels. Continue reading
8/26/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ DANCE PARTY: Bruk Up: Poba and Rain – Five-Borough Freestyle
Shawn (POBA) Theagene and Justin (Rain) Quinones, founding members of the Bed-Stuy Veterans, a Brooklyn-based dance crew, are at the forefront of the culture of Bruk Up, a style that bridges Jamaican dancehall and hip hop. Continue reading
7/2/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: T.O.K – Footprints
Footprints is a critically acclaimed dancehall reggae song by the Jamaican group T.O.K., released on their 2005 album, Unknown Language. Produced by the legendary Don Corleone on the iconic “Drop Leaf” riddim, the track stands as one of the group’s most poignant and enduring hits. Continue reading
5/20/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ DANCE PARTY: Dancehall All Stars vs Afro All Stars – Exhibition Battle
The Dancehall All Stars vs Afro All Stars Exhibition Battle took place on May 16, 2026, as one of the most highly anticipated highlights of the annual CDC Dance Festival in Berlin, Germany.This intense, high-energy clash marked the 3rd edition of the special exhibition match, serving as a direct cultural dialogue between Jamaican Dancehall culture and diverse African dance influences. Continue reading
4/17/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Alpha Blondy – Masada
Masada is a studio album by Ivory Coast Reggae artist Out and with the Solar System. It was released in 1992 on World Pacific. The album was very popular in France, where it went double gold. Continue reading
4/3/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Tessanne Chin, Natural High – Surreal Acoustic (Session)
Tessanne Chin’s (Jamaican-Chinese Artist) music is a diverse blend of several genres, most notably Reggae, Pop, R&B and Rock. She frequently describes her own signature sound as a “sultry fusion” of these styles, often incorporating dancehall influences while maintaining soulful vocals. Continue reading
3/25/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ DANCE PARTY: OGz vs Vets – Emotions vs Pumpkin
BattleFest Extreme is a prominent street dance league featuring high-energy, competitive performances. Key matchups, including OGz vs.Vets and Emotions vs. Pumpkin, represent the evolution of this intense dance style, showcased in videos highlighting league battles. Continue reading
2/25/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ DANCE PARTY: Marlee Hightower – We The People
We The People is a prominent dance video and conceptual project directed and choreographed by Marlee Hightower. Released in early 2025, the project features her group, Motiv Crew and served as a high-profile entry for the team representing the USA on the international competition show World Street Woman Fighter. Continue reading
2/20/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Buju Banton – Untold Stories
Untold Stories is a landmark Reggae song by Buju Banton, released as part of his critically acclaimed album Til Shiloh.Recorded when Buju Banton was only 22, the track is a semi-acoustic ballad that signaled a major shift in his career from dancehall toward more socially conscious and spiritual themes.
