6/29/26 O&A NYC LIVE PERFORMANCE SPECIAL: Erica Campbell & Le’Andria Johnson Honor Legends With a Moving In Memoriam Performance

Erica Campbell and Le’Andria Johnson delivered one of the most powerful moments of the 2026 BET Awards with a heartfelt In Memoriam tribute honoring the artists, visionaries, and cultural icons we’ve lost.  Continue reading

6/29/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES PRIDE: In Living Color – Men On Films II

Originally airing on September 23, 1990 (In Living Color), the parody stars Damon Wayans as Blaine Edwards and David Alan Grier as Antoine Merriweather. Playing flamboyant, highly opinionated, and effeminate cultural critics broadcast on a fictional public-access channel, they wrap up the blockbusters of the 1990 summer movie season from a “male point of view”. Continue reading

6/28/26 O&A NYC THE SUNDAY MORNING FUNNIES PRIDE: Key & Peele – Gay Wedding Advice

In preparation for their cousin’s marriage to another man, a family asks a gay man questions about what the wedding ceremony will be like and for “advice” about attending.


  6/28/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: The Clark Sisters- You Brought The Sunshine

You Brought the Sunshine is the iconic 1981 masterpiece by the legendary gospel group The Clark Sisters. Written and composed by Elbernita “Twinkie” Clark, the song made history by blending traditional gospel vocals with reggae rhythms influenced by Stevie Wonder‘s Master Blaster. It broke musical boundaries by crossing over from Sunday church services to dominate secular mainstream dance clubs like New York’s famous Paradise Garage. Continue reading

6/27/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: 10 Most Unique Black Skin Men (You Won’t Believe are Real People)

 The 10 Most Unique Black Skin Men You Won’t Believe are Real People highlights individuals with extraordinary genetic traits, extreme skin melanin, rare conditions, or striking physical transformations that challenge conventional beauty and modeling standards. Continue reading

6/27/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES PRIDE: John Leguizamo is Manny The Fanny (1992)

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John Leguizamo is Manny the Fanny, a transgender Latina living and surviving in New York City, from his 1992 comedy special Mambo Mouth.  Continue reading

6/26/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Shabba Ranks ft. Maxi Priest – Housecall

Housecall also known as (Your Body Can’t Lie to Me) is a landmark crossover reggae-dancehall track released in 1991 by Jamaican artist Shabba Ranks featuring British reggae vocalist Maxi Priest Continue reading

6/26/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Willow – She’s My Religion (Official Visualizer)

She’s My Religion is an alternative single by American artist WILLOW (Willow Smith). Released in June 2026, it serves as the second teaser track for her eighth studio album, The Thread. Continue reading

6/26/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Man Baby

Inspired by classic pop standards and wrapped in a Norman Rockwell-style suburban America, Man Baby follows a familiar little boy who never quite learned that the world doesn’t revolve around him. Continue reading

6/26/26 O&A NYC DANCE BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Amina – A Day In The Life Of A Dancer

By Walter Rutledge

One of the more rewarding aspects of being a cultural commentator is the opportunity to observe so much young talent. People from all walks of life converge on New York City with their dreams wrapped in the invincibility of youth. It’s amazing! It’s like seeing Geese flying south, Salmon swimming upstream and sometimes Lemming to the sea. Regardless, many have sacrificed with the hope of fulfilling their destiny, of living their dream. Amina Konaté is living her dream. Continue reading