4/27/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Max Roach Quartet & Abbey Lincoln, BRT TV Studio, Schaarbeek, Belgium

The performance by the Max Roach Quartet and Abbey Lincoln at the BRT TV Studio in Schaarbeek, Belgium, on January 10, 1964, is a landmark televised recording of selections from their seminal civil rights jazz album, “We Insist! Max Roach’s Freedom Now Suite”. Continue reading

4/26/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Jonathan Butler – 2024 Atlantic City Jazz Fest

Jonathan Butler, a South African music icon and virtuoso guitarist, graces. The 2024 Atlantic City Jazz Festival at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Atlantic City with his soulful melodies and captivating performances. Experience the magic of his music and be transported to a world of rhythm and emotion. Continue reading

4/26/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Yolanda Adam – I’m Gonna Be Ready

I’m Gonna Be Ready is a song by Gospel artist Yolanda Adams. The song was a single from her 2001 studio album Believe, her last album with major record label Elektra Records. Continue reading

4/23/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: The Gap Band – Early In The Morning

Early In The Morning is a song originally performed by The Gap Band, and written by member Charlie Wilson and producers Lonnie Simmons and Rudy Taylor. Continue reading

4/19/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY Pt.2: Bella Cordero – Always On Time

Always On Time is a powerful worship song by Elevation Worship featuring vocalist Bella Cordero. It was released on July 12, 2024, as part of their album When Wind Meets Fire. Continue reading

4/18/26 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Michael Jackson – Dangerous World Tour (Full Concert)

The Dangerous World Tour (1992–1993) was one of Michael Jackson‘s most successful tours, reaching over 3.5 million fans across 69 concerts. While many shows were filmed, the most famous full recording is the Live in Bucharest concert, which originally aired on HBO and set a record for the highest ratings in cable history at the time.  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

4/12/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Erroll Garner – Jazz 625 . Part 1 . 1964

Erroll Garner (1921–1977) was a legendary American jazz pianist and composer, widely celebrated as one of the most virtuosic and distinctive musicians of the swing and bop eras. Known for his joyful “orchestral” approach to the piano, Garner was a self-taught “ear player” who never learned to read music, yet he composed nearly 200 works, including the timeless jazz standard “Misty.” Continue reading

4/12/26 O&A NYC THE WORD: John Legend -Gethsemane From Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert

Immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring performance as the legendary John Legend takes on the iconic role of Jesus Christ in the unforgettable live concert production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Witness a breathtaking rendition of Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say) as John Legend delivers an emotionally charged portrayal that will captivate your heart and soul. Continue reading

4/12/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: I’ve Got The Victory (Live Recording)

The live recording of I’ve Got the Victory is a renowned gospel performance by Ricky Dillard & New G, featuring a powerful lead vocal by Lillian Lloyd. Continue reading