6/25/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY PRIDE: Sylvester

Redo-Slyvester

Sylvester James, Jr., better known as disco and soul singer-songwriter Sylvester, was often described by the mainstream media as a drag queen, but he repeatedly rejected such a description. His flamboyant and androgynous appearance exemplified  the late 1970s. Sylvester became known in the United States under the moniker of the “Queen of Disco. Continue reading

6/24/26 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY PRIDE: The Birdcage

In this contemporary American adaptation of the 1978 outrageous French farce LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the story centers on the life of a middle-aged, flamboyant gay couple…Armand and Albert…in the eclectic community of South Beach, Florida, who have raised a straight son. Continue reading

6/23/26 O&A NYC LIVE PERFORMANCE: Joe – Tiny Desk Concert

R&B legend Joe (Joe Thomas) made his highly anticipated debut on NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert on June 10, 2026. Released as part of NPR’s Black Music Month celebration in partnership with BET, the performance was a heavily requested event that fans had petitioned for over several years. Continue reading

6/21/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: CeCe Winans, Shirley Caesar – Come Jesus Come

CeCe Winans latest Gospel anthem Come Jesus Come has recently been re-released as duet featuring the legendary Pastor Shirley Caesar. Continue reading

6/21/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Tems – Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening Ceremony

Nigerian music star Tems delivered a captivating live performance of her hit song Me & U at the historic grand opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on  June 18, 2026. Continue reading

6/21/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT: Ahmad Jamal – Jazz Session 1971

The Ahmad Jamal Trio’s Jazz Session from June 25, 1971, recorded live at Studio 104 of the Maison de la Radio (ORTF) in Paris, is widely celebrated as one of the most legendary, high-energy live performances in modern jazz history. Continue reading

6/10/26 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Agon Pas de Deux – Diana Adams and Arthur Mitchell

The Agon pas de deux, choreographed by George Balanchine in 1957 to a score by Igor Stravinsky, is a revolutionary milestone in 20th-century ballet. Its original cast paired Arthur Mitchell, the first Black principal dancer at the New York City Ballet, with Diana Adams, a caucasian ballerina.

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6/18/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Shanice – I Love Your Smile

I Love Your Smile is the Grammy-nominated, R&B single by American artist Shanice. Serving as the lead single from her second studio album, Inner Child, the track remains her most successful and globally recognized signature hit. Continue reading

6/17/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Bryson Tiller – Drop The Lo

Single released by Bryson Tiller on June 5, 2026, through TrapSoul and RCA Records. Produced by Reezy On Da Beat, the track serves as the second taste of music from Tiller’s upcoming untitled album slated for release later this year, following his April single Its Ok. Continue reading

6/14/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Walter Hawkins – Marvelous

 

Marvelous is a highly celebrated traditional gospel song written and performed by the late Bishop Walter Hawkins alongside the Love Center Choir. Continue reading