

Alvin Ailey’s collaboration with jazz pianist and composer Mary Lou Williams, two artists who shared roots and memories in the southern church, is a deeply spirited theatrical experience.
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3/4/18 O&A NYC FOOD/SUNDAY BRUNCH: Shrimp Francese

Shrimp Francese treats butterflied shrimp to a light breading and a quick pan-fry before combining it with spinach, burst cherry tomatoes and a lemon-and-white wine sauce.
3/4/18 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Jekalyn Carr- You Will Win

Jekalyn Almonique Carr, independent artist, Grammy nominated urban contemporary gospel artist evangelist, entrepreneur and musician, has a chart climbing single entitled You Will Win. Continue reading
3/7/24 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY- CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Billie Holiday – Strange Fruit

Strange Fruit a song performed most famously by Billie Holiday, who first sang and recorded it in 1939. Continue reading
2/27/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Pharrell and adidas Originals Unveil The Holi Festival Powder Dye Pack
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

Pharrell’s upcoming Holi Festival collection is the Powder Dye aesthetic. Three adidas NMD Hu offerings, a Tennis HU and a Stan Smith make up the Powder Dye pack that perfectly encapsulates what Pharrell is trying to express with this “Holi” collection. Grab a quick look at all five selections below and set your sights on a global March 16th release.
2/27/18 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Janelle Monáe – Django Jane

Janelle Monáe just dropped two songs Make Me Feel and Django Jane (and their accompanying music videos) from her new album Dirty Computer. Continue reading
2/27/18 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Olamide – Science Student (Official Video)

Nigerian hip hop recording artist Olamide has released a new video for his Science Student single. The song ushered in a new trend called the Shaku Shaku dance/sound. Continue reading
2/28/17 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Chappelle’s Show – Making the Band Uncensored

Sean Puffy Combs sends the contestants on his reality show to all corners of the city. Continue reading
2/26/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Dolce&Gabbana Fall Winter 2018/19 Fashion Show
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

Dolce & Gabbana has decided to course correct its runway strategy. Instead of relying on a full cast of millennials, the luxury label opted for drones.D&G’s show ran almost an hour late. Continue reading
2/26/18 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: How Donald Trump Plays The Media

It’s so fitting that a Looney Tunes cartoon is the backdrop for this commentary on How Donald Trump Plays The Media. The question is who is looney? Trump or the media and public he manipulates? Continue reading










