3/15/20 O&A NYC LIFESTYLE: Open House TV- George Faison’s West Harlem Firehouse Theater

Nestled on a small street just one block off Harlem internationally renowned 125 at 6 Hancock Place is the Faison Firehouse Theater. The nearly 32-foot-wide former firehouse built in the Beaux-Arts style in 1909 was converted into a performing arts center and the stunning home of  Tony and Emmy Award winning choreographer and director George Faison. Continue reading

3/15/20 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Mahalia Jackson- Great Gettin Up Morning

Great Gettin‘ Up Morning, an album by Mahalia Jackson. Released in 1959 on Columbia Records.
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3/13/20 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Soul | Official Trailer

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

Pixar has shared the official trailer for its upcoming movie Soul, which stars Jamie Foxx as the lead character Joe Gardner.In a historical move, the film marks the company’s first time ever casting a Black lead in an animated picture. Continue reading

3/13/20 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FASHION: Rick Owens DRKSHDW’s Abstract Sneakers

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

Rick Owens DRKSHDW abstract sneakers features a chunky transparent outsole. Available in Black, White and Black/White, the new footwear model builds on the label’s beloved low top Ramones.Priced at $695, Rick Owens DRKSHDW’s Abstract Sneakers are available now in Black, White and Black/White at SSENSE.

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3/13/20 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FASHION: Nike Announces Air Max Day 2020 Releases

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

Nike Sportswear has announced its slate of Air Max Day 2020 releases, centered around the 30th anniversary of the Air Max 90 and the introduction of the Air Max 2090.An annual celebration of Nike‘s most famous technology, Air Max Day occurs every year on March 26. Continue reading

3/12/20 O&A NYC WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Nina Simone on BBC HARDtalk, 1999

HARDtalk at 20: In 1999 Tim Sebastian sat down with musician and activist Nina Simone. With her vocal performances and civil rights activism, she built a fearsome reputation as someone not to be messed with.  Continue reading

3/10/20 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Madonna- Justify My Love

Lenny Kravitz helped Madonna write and produce this sultry song, where Madonna whispers most of the lyrics. It was the first single from her highly anticipated Immaculate Collection compilation album, and created plenty of sales-generating controversy for the singer, who was known for pushing the limits of sexual content.
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(Repost) 8/4/20 O&A NYC DIVA ALERT! RAINY DAY BONUS: Stormy Weather- Featuring Katherine Dunham And Her Dance Troupe

Stormy Weather is a 1943 film musical produced and released by 20th Century Fox. The movie is considered one of the best Hollywood musicals with an all African-American cast and serve to  showcase of some of the top African-American performers of the time. Continue reading

3/8/20 O&A NYC SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT: Lena Horne- The Lady and Her Music (1982)

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Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music, a Broadway musical revue, written for and starring American singer and actress Lena Horne. The show opened on May 12, 1981, and after 333 performances, closed on June 30, 1982, Horne’s 65th birthday. Continue reading

3/8/20 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FASHION: JULIUS’ Panelled Lace-Up Boots

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

JULIUS latest footwear release arrives in the form of premium suede and canvas boots. Available in the choice of either black or beige the Panelled Lace-Up Boots.These JULIUS Panelled Lace-Up Boots can be found now over at SSENSE for a price of $1,150.

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