7/16/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Al Green – Let’s Stay Together (Live Performance)

Al Green’s iconic soul masterpiece, Let’s Stay Together, has been captured in several legendary live performances throughout his career. Originally released as a single in late 1971 before anchoring his landmark 1972 studio album, the song topped the Billboard Hot 100 and solidified Green’s signature Memphis Soul style. Continue reading

7/16/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Vanita Smythe – Low, Short and Squatty

Low, Short and Squatty is a vibrant jump blues and swing song recorded by African-American vocalist and actress Vanita Smythe, released on December 2, 1946. The track was famously released as a “soundie”—a three-minute musical film that served as a precursor to modern music videos—and became a prominent jukebox hit in urban clubs. Continue reading

7/15/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Wyclef Jean ft. Price & Kayla GC Part 1 – Devil’s A Lie

1991 (Wyclef Jean ft. Price & Kayla GC Part 1)is a prominent single by Wyclef Jean. Released initially as an audio track on June 25, 2026, the song is part of his album Clef Notes – Quantum Leap Vol. 1, distributed under the SodoMood Lab Label. Continue reading

7/14/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Ella Mai – Might Just

Might Just is a hit R&B single by British artist Ella Mai, released as part of her third studio album, Do You Still Love Me?. Produced by long-time collaborator Mustard, the track explores themes of heartbreak, betrayal, and unfaithfulness. Continue reading

7/13/26 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Sepia Cinderella (1947)

Sepia Cinderella (1947) is the second in a series of films produced by Jack Goldberg and Arthur Leonard, made primarily for the 684 theatres (in 1947) that catered exclusively to Black audiences that were kept out, or placed in a special balcony section, in most of the theatres in segregated America. Continue reading

7/13/26 O&A NYC LIVE PERFORMANCE: Jay-Z Brings Rihanna and Stole The Show During The Extra Inning At Yankee Stadium

Rihanna shocked the crowd with a surprise appearance during Night 3 of Jay-Z Extra Innings concert residency at Yankee Stadium. The unexpected reunion marked one of her first live stage performances in years, sending the sold-out stadium into a complete frenzy. Continue reading

7/12/26 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT ON SUNDAY: Jay-Z NIGHT 2. “The Blueprint” f/ Eminem & Pharrell

Jay-Z celebrates 25 years of The Blueprint at Yankee Stadium with Slick Rick, Eminem, & Pharrell. Continue reading

7/12/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Kim Burrell,Tim Bowman Jr, Faith City Music – Jesus Is A Love Song

The viral collaboration of Jesus Is A Love Song featuring Kim Burrell, Tim Bowman Jr., and Faith City Music is a high-energy live recording originally captured during a tribute event honoring the legendary gospel group, The Clark Sisters. Continue reading

7/11/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Ayra Starr – Tornado

Tornado is a hit single by Nigerian AfroPop artist Ayra Starr, released on June 12, 2026. The track serves as a lead release ahead of her highly anticipated third studio album, Starrgirl. Continue reading

7/10/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Fat Joe, Jadakiss ft. Stove God – Aroma

Fat Joe and Jadakiss debut their collaboration Aroma featuring Stove God Cooks off Joe’s upcoming Organized Crhyme album with special guest DJ Khaled, who crashed the Joe and Jada set. Continue reading