10/16/26 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: DANCE This 2008 – Contemporary “Forces”

Shall We Dance Friday

Jamel Gaines and Creative Outlet Dance Theatre of Brooklyn present dance as the main ingredient fused with theater, voice, poetry, film and live music. Much more than entertainment, their repertory draws attention to social and cultural issues.  Continue reading

10/16/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Tarrus Riley – She’s Royal | Live at City Splash 2025

You can watch the video of Tarrus Riley delivering an incredible performance of his classic anthem She’s Royal Live at the City Splash 2025 Festival in London, England. Tarrus Riley was backed by the Black Soil Band and joined on stage by the legendary saxophonist Dean Fraser. Continue reading

10/12/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE SPECIAL: Ayra Starr Full Halftime Show At The London Game

Nigerian Afro-Pop artist Ayra Starr made history on October 11, 2026, by becoming the first African artist to headline an NFL International Games Half Time Show. Continue reading

9/27/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: John P Kee – Show Up

“Show Up!” is a classic contemporary gospel song written, produced, and performed by John P. Kee alongside The New Life Community Choir. Released on November 9, 1994, it serves as the title track of their highly acclaimed album Show Up!. Continue reading

9/20/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: John Coltrane – Alabama (1963) | A Historic Performance

On September 15, 1963, four young girls were killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama. Later that year, John Coltrane recorded Alabama, a work widely understood as his musical response to the tragedy. Continue reading

9/19/26 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Beres Hammond Live @ City Splash Festival 2026

Beres Hammond delivered a historic headline performance at the City Splash Festival 2026 on May 25, 2026. Taking the                                                                                                                                                                                                 ondon, the King of Lovers Rock made his long-awaited return to the UK after an eight-year absence. Continue reading

9/17/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Wes Montgomery – Here’s That Rainy Day (Live London 1965)

Wes Montgomery’s legendary performance of Here’s That Rainy Day was recorded live in London, England on May 7, 1965.The session was filmed for ABC TV’s arts program, Tempo, during Montgomery’s highly celebrated European tour.  Continue reading

9/13/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Sonny Rollins – On Green Dolphin Street (1968)

On Green Dolphin Street (1968) refers to a historic, live jazz television performance by the Sonny Rollins Quartet filmed in Denmark. While Rollins originally recorded his famous studio version of the track in 1965 for the album On Impulse!, this 1968 live recording captures a distinct era of his live improvisational style. Continue reading

9/13/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Tye Tribbett & Ablaze @ 41st Stellar Gospel Music Awards

At the 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards in August 2026, gospel icon Tye Tribbett joined forces with the rising stars of the Ablaze Youth Choir for a highly energetic performance that served as the grand opening of the show.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Continue reading

9/6/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Kenny Garrett – Miles Davis 100th Birthday Tribute

The historic performance of Tutu featured an all-star supergroup playing a blistering live rendition at the Hollywood Bowl on August 19, 2026, during the special event Herbie Hancock Celebrates Miles Davis. The concert honored the centennial (100th birthday) of the legendary jazz icon Miles Davis. Continue reading