2/18/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Tems – Boy O Boy

Tems has released the music video for Boy O Boy, a standout track from her debut album Born In The Wild. Released via RCA Records, the black and white video, directed by Loris Russier and written by Tems herself, captures the raw emotions of heartbreak and struggle in a relationship. Continue reading

2/17/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Eric Benét, Chante Moore – So Distracted

Eric Benét debuts the second video from his from his EP Duets – So Distracted with Chanté Moore on Valentine’s Day. The sultry song is the perfect celebration of love and passion. Continue reading

2/13/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY SPECIAL: Babyface – Every Time I Close My Eyes

Every Time I Close My Eyes is a song written and produced by R&B artist Babyface. It was released as the second single from his fourth album, The Day. Continue reading

1/21/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Teddy Swims ft. Givēon – Are You Even Real

Teddy Swims featured Givēon  with his new single,  Are You Even Real and opened up about the meaning of their duet. Continue reading

1/16/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY SPECIAL: Aaliyah – One In A Million

Aaliyah Dana Haughton, a talented R&B artist and actress, was born on January 16,1979 in Brooklyn,NewYork. From a young age , Aaliyah was passionate about music, beginning voice lessons  shortly after she learned to speak. Continue reading

1/9/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Aretha Franklin – Ever Changing Times ft. Michael McDonald

In 1992, Ever Changing Times was re-recorded by the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin for her thirty-sixth studio album What You Is What You Sweat with Michael McDonald  having featured vocals.  Continue reading

12/17/24 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Jackson 5 – I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

This song was recorded by Jackson 5 in 1970. It tells a story about a boy who saw his mother kissing Santa Claus and he’s about tell his father. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus produced by The Corporation. Continue reading

12/14/24 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Maxwell: Tiny Desk Concert

Welcome to a Maxwell Tiny Desk. The crooner’s sensual falsetto and rooted baritone have seduced audiences since his debut album dropped in 1996. One of the leading voices in the resurgence of soul music during the late ’90s, Maxwell’s albums are full of tender songs recounting love, life and heartbreak that have resonated with generations of fans looking for ways to be vulnerable. Continue reading