4/7/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: The Trump Presidential Library

Get an exclusive tour of the Trump Presidential Library and Museum from a very excited Donald Trump. Where nothing is overlooked… except the books. Continue reading

4/3/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Open The Strait – Trump Sings Huge Ultimatum Reggae

Open The Strait – Trump sings Huge Ultimatum Reggae an AI-generated parody song released in late March 2026. The track features a synthesized version of Donald Trump’s voice delivering a high-stakes geopolitical “ultimatum”—likely regarding the Strait of Hormuz—set to a laid-back reggae beat. Continue reading

4/2/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Smokey Robinson Ooh Baby Baby Live

One of the earliest captured live versions of Ooo Baby Baby featuring Smokey Robinson and The Miracles on the television show Ready Steady Go. The 1965 live performance showcases the group in their prime.

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3/30/26 O&A NYC HOLLLYWOOD MONDAY: The Harlem Sandman (1943) From Hit Parade of 1943

The Harlem Sandman features Nick Stewart, Count Basie, Jack Williams, Dorothy Dandridge, Ernest Morrison and Pops & Louie from Hit Parade of 1943. Continue reading

3/30/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Sinners Parody w/ King Bach and Taye Diggs

King Bach released a parody of Ryan Coogler‘s film Sinners in May 2025. The sketch was written and directed by King Bach and features a guest appearance by Taye Diggs, who also served as an executive producer for the project. 

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3/30/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Whitney Houston – I Have Nothing (The Concert for a New South Africa Durban – LIVE)

In 1994, Whitney Houston took the stage in Durban, South Africa, making her the first major Western musician to visit the newly unified, post-apartheid nation following President Nelson Mandela’s winning election. This performance was more than a concert; it was a celebration of freedom, hope, and unity. Whitney’s powerhouse voice and emotional delivery brought joy and inspiration to a country newly liberated. Continue reading

3/23/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Lena Horne – The Lady Is A Tramp

Lena Horne performed by The Lady Is a Tramp from the musical Babes in Arms (1937). The musical features music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Lorenz Hart. Continue reading

3/21/26 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Oleta Adams Performs Live in Concert

Oleta Adams, Grammy-nominated singer, pianist, and songwriter, performed live at the Miramar Cultural Center in 2024, wowing the crowd with her soulful mix of R&B, gospel, and jazz. Continue reading

3/19/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY – WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Ella Fitzgerald A-Tisket-A-Tasket

A-Tisket, A-Tasket is the 1938 breakout hit that catapulted Ella Fitzgerald to national stardom. Co-written by Fitzgerald and arranger Al Feldman (Van Alexander), the song is a playful jazz adaptation of a 19th-century children’s nursery rhyme. Ella famously performed the song in her 1942 film debut, Ride ‘Em Cowboy. Continue reading

3/18/26 O&A NYC THE ARTS WITH ALEX SMITH JR.: About the Oscars

By Alex Smith, Jr.

Sunday night was the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ (AMPAS) 98th Oscar Awards at the Dolby Theatre, in Los Angeles, CA. I have watched the Oscars for decades now. I have found some Oscar programs better than others. I can’t remember any of them being spectacular except maybe the year The Godfather I won best picture-1973. Continue reading