Yolanda Adams sings Never Give Up at the White House during the Salute to Gospel Music in 2002. Continue reading
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1/7/22 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: Funkin’ Stylez Classic Vogue Battle
Javier Madrid, known in the entertainment world as Javier Ninja, is a member of the Legendary House of Ninja founded by his mentor the late Willi Ninja. The Queens (native) is an accomplished vogue dancer and teacher and has won the House Dance International vogue contest and Champion of the Year for three consecutive years.
Funkin’ Stylez Classic Vogue Battle
1/4/23 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Richard Pryor: Live & Smokin’ (1971)
Richard Pryor set the stage for the brash, no-holds-barred comedy practiced by later comic successes like Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle. His soulful performance–and his legacy–are captured in LIVE AND SMOKIN’, released in 1985 but filmed 15 years earlier at New York City’s Improvisation. Included among the funny, wide-ranging (and often vulgar) skits is the now famous “Wino Preacher and Willie the Junkie” sequence. Continue reading
1//3/22 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: T.D.Jakes- How To Overcome Fear
T.D. Jakes share his ideas in overcoming fear. Continue reading
12/31/22 O&A NYC IT’S SATURDAY- ANYTHING GOES: Naomi Campbell- Victoria’s Secret Runway Walks
English model, actress, singer, and businesswoman Naomi Elaine Campbell began her career at the age of 15 in 1985. She established herself amongst the most recognisable and in-demand models of the past four decades. Campbell was one of six models of her generation declared supermodels.
Naomi Campbell- Victoria’s Secret Runway Walks
12/31/22 O&A NYC IN MEMORIAM: Vivienne Westwood – Renegades of fashion. RIP!
Vivienne Westwood, the designer who defined the look of punk, using rock iconography, royalty, art and religion as recurring motifs in collections that brought a rebellious edge to British style, before going on to a long and influential career as a fashion designer with an activist streak, died on Thursday in the Clapham neighborhood of South London. She was 81. Continue reading
12/29/22 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Lena Horne- Believe In Yourself- From The Wiz
“This movie is a big part of why I’m where I am today. THE WIZ! Sometimes I have to go back and remind myself to believe in what I feel in my heart in my mind and in my soul. I have to listen to God’s voice and not let the troubles of the world drown it out. ‘We’ve come this far by faith” Keep believing in yourself y’all and keep moving toward you dreams and being the best you can be.”- Phillip Boykin
Lena Horne- Believe In Yourself- From The Wiz
12/27/22 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY:Chadwick Boseman- God Has A Plan For You
Chadwick Boseman, star of Black Panther provides words of inspiration to college graduates about finding purpose in life.
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12/25/22 O&A NYC CHRISTMAS SONG OF THE DAY: Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)
Official music video for “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)” by Nat King Cole. Continue reading
12/24/22 O&A NYC FROM THE VAULT: A Conversation with Clive Thompson- The Ailey Years
By Walter Rutledge
Clive Thompson danced in the Golden Era of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Officially becoming a permanent member in 1970 when choreographer Ailey was entering a creative zenith. He viral good looks, skillful partnering, and his ability to capture audiences in both dramatic and abstract roles made him Ailey royalty. Continue reading
