9/28/19 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: Robert Ri’chard- Excerpts From Chocolate City

Chocolate City (2015) stars Robert Ri’ chard, Michael Jai White, Carmen Electra and Vivian Fox. Continue reading

9/28/19 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Motown Returns to The Apollo (1985)

Motown Returns to The Apollo (1985) a star studded celebration of the 50th anniversary and re-opening of The Apollo Theatre in Harlem, New York. Proceeds from the concert went to the Africare/Ethiopian Relief Fund. The program received a 1985 for Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Program. Continue reading

9/23/19 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Normani Davis – Motivation

Motivation by R&B artist Normani Davis, released on August 16, 2019. The song was written by Ariana Grande, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Max Martin, Normani Davis, Savan Kotecha and produced by Salmanzadeh. The music video was released the same day. Continue reading

9/23/19 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: A Black Lady Sketch Show- Bad Bitch Support Group (Full Sketch) 

A Black Lady Sketch Show- Bad Bitch Support Group: from executive producers Robin Thede and Issa Rae, A Black Lady Sketch Show is a narrative series set in a limitless magical reality full of dynamic, hilarious characters and celebrity guests. The show presents sketches performed by a core cast of black women, including creator Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Quinta Brunson, and Gabrielle Dennis. Continue reading

9/22/19 O&A NYC DANCE- REVIEW: Legacy- Creative Outlet and Deeply Rooted at BAM Fisher

By Walter Rutledge

Legacy, a shared concert between Brooklyn based Jamel Gaine’s Creative Outlet and Chicago’s Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, presented a well curated evening of dance theatre works at BAM Fisher on Friday and Saturday September 13 and 14, 2019. Founding directors Jamel Gaines and Deeply Rooted’s Kevin Jeff (both Queens natives and Bernice Johnson Dance School alums) presented a concert of shared dance philosophies. The evening had a kindred aesthetic; presenting seven works spanning thirty-five years. Continue reading

9/21/19 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: Mahogany- Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Anthony Perkins

Mahogany (1975) stars Diana Ross as Tracy Chambers, directed by Berry Gordy and produced by Motown Productions.  Fresh from the success of Lady Sings The Blues, this film served as Ross’ follow-up feature film. It was released on October 8, 1975. Continue reading

9/19/19 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Seyi Shay & Teyana Taylor – Gimme Love Remix

Seyi Shay collaborates with Teyana Taylor new remix Gimme Love .The new remix sees the Nigerian artist linking up with the GOOD Music star for an Afrobeat inspired take on R&B, as the two artists trade romantic verses over the Sarz produced beat. Continue reading

9/17/19 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Tiwa Savage – “49-99”

Tiwatope Savage professionally known as Tiwa Savage, is a singer, songwriter and actress. Born in Lagos, Nigeria she relocated to London at the age of 11 to pursue a secondary education.Five years later she began her music career doing backup vocals for artists such as George Michael and Mary J.Blige. Continue reading