Music

You can watch the video of Tarrus Riley delivering an incredible performance of his classic anthem She’s Royal Live at the City Splash 2025 Festival in London, England. Tarrus Riley was backed by the Black Soil Band and joined on stage by the legendary saxophonist Dean Fraser. Continue reading

Everybody Everybody is a classic global dance anthem by the Italian House music group Black Box. Released as the third single from their debut studio album, Dreamland, it stands as one of the most defining tracks of the golden era of house music. Continue reading

Set Of P’s is a freestyle single by Styles P, released in early October 2026. It serves as a promotional drop and the leading tease for his final solo album run, a planned three-part project titled Ghost of The Past, Present, and Future. Continue reading

Talk To Me is a vulnerable R&B single by American artist Lucky Daye, released on October 2, 2026. Serving as the third single from his fifth studio album, ALOUD!, the track follows the singer as he strips away his signature cool to leave desperate, tender voicemail messages for a partner… Continue reading

Diana Ross delivered a famous, impromptu live performance of her hit anthem It’s My Turn during an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show in April 2000. Continue reading

Oh Lord, I Want You To Help Me is a powerful, traditional live gospel performance by the VOD Choir. Continue reading

Owo Oluwa is a hit Afrobeats single by Nigerian artist Kizz Daniel, featuring collaborations with Young Jonn, Krizbeatz, and the Wave Choir. Distributed via FlyBoy INC and EMPIRE, the track blends smooth vocals and vibrant percussion to deliver a soulful Afrobeat storytelling experience. Continue reading

Thank You Lord is a major collaborative Reggae single featuring Jamaican Artists Bugle, Buju Banton, and Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley. The song serves as a standout track from Bugle’s fifth studio album, Apex. Continue reading

All Nite (Don’t Stop) is an electro-funk and house song by Janet Jackson, released on May 17, 2004, as the third and final single from her eighth studio album, Damita Jo. Continue reading

We On is a Hip Hop track by Atlanta legend T.I., featured on his studio album Kill The King, which was released on June 26, 2026. Produced by Turbo, the song centers on themes of veteran swagger, street survival, overcoming adversity, and spiritual gratitude. Continue reading

Dance With Me is the official third single from Bruno Mars’s studio album, The Romantic. Released as a surprise collaboration on October 1, 2026, the official music video co-stars Colombian superstar Karol G. Continue reading

Taboo by  R&B artist Isaiah Falls is a standout single featured on the iconic minimalist performance platform, A Colors Show. Released as a single on August 25, 2026, the sultry track explores themes of forbidden desire and lust, serving as a prominent record from his debut studio album, LVRS PARADISE… Continue reading

Wrapped In The Weight is a jazz-focused performance by the Grammy-nominated trumpeter, composer, and producer Theo Croker, recorded live for the minimalist music platform A Colors Show. Continue reading

In celebration of Nigeria’s 65 anniversary of independence from British rule we offer Vic Lucas’ All Night!. All Night! is an upbeat Christian Afro-Gospel worship single featuring guest vocals from Lady Audri. It was recently released on August 7, 2026, by Bamboo Artists. A rising Christian Afrobeat, Amapiano, and Gospel artist… Continue reading

Love Is A Smile is a prominent reggae track by Jamaican musician Lutan Fyah, released in September 2012. The song delivers a conscious, positive message about keeping love in your heart and finding reasons to smile through life’s struggles. Continue reading

The official music video for Set Of Keys by Fat Joe featuring Pusha T and Dre has officially been released. Directed by Eif Rivera with animation handled by MDmadeit-Studio, the video premiered on YouTube following the track’s breakout success. Continue reading

Murder She Wrote is a newly leaked collaboration between Philadelphia Hip Hop artist Meek Mill and Jamaican-Kittitian Dancehall artist Byron Messia. The track, which Meek Mill noted was likely recorded around 2023 but remains a vibe for the islands. Continue reading

Yes is a collaborative R&B single by Ciara and Jackson, Mississippi Hip Hop artist Akeem Ali, released in August 2026. The track is featured on Ciara’s YES PACK EP under her independent label, Beauty Marks Entertainment, in partnership with Plush Records. Continue reading

Vulnerability (Therapy Session) is a deeply personal single by Jamaican Dancehall artist Shenseea, released on September 25, 2026. Moving away from her signature high-energy dancehall party anthems, the track frames a raw, stripped-down look into her private life and emotional defenses. Continue reading

“Show Up!” is a classic contemporary gospel song written, produced, and performed by John P. Kee alongside The New Life Community Choir. Released on November 9, 1994, it serves as the title track of their highly acclaimed album Show Up!. Continue reading

The official music video for Davido’s hit track On The Road was released on September 18, 2026. The song serves as the high-energy opening track for his sixth studio album, Oriadé, which dropped earlier in the summer. Continue reading

  Blueberry Hill is the signature 1956 hit single by pioneering rock and roll singer and pianist Fats Domino. Continue reading

The Hoodoos Freestyle is a recent track and official music video released by Brooklyn Hip Hop artist Fabolous on September 18, 2026. The drop continues his highly consistent run of travel-inspired freestyle releases. Continue reading

Two Steps is a newly released R&B single by singer-songwriter PJ (Paris Jones), entirely produced by hip-hop icon J. Cole. Released in September 2026, the track is a moody, soulful record that explores the emotionally exhausting cycle of trying to break away from a toxic relationship. Continue reading

On September 15, 1963, four young girls were killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama. Later that year, John Coltrane recorded Alabama, a work widely understood as his musical response to the tragedy. Continue reading

One Word + Reprise is a live worship track by Tasha Cobbs Leonard, featuring Travis Greene and Todd Galberth. Released on September 11, 2026, the powerful gospel song is part of her 34-track live album, TASHA Unscripted. Continue reading

Beres Hammond delivered a historic headline performance at the City Splash Festival 2026 on May 25, 2026. Taking the                                                              … Continue reading

It’s Over is a vibrant Afrosounds song by FOLA, collaborating with prominent Afrobeats artists Bella Shmurda and Zlatan. Released in September 2026 under Dangbana Republik Records and EMPIRE Records. Continue reading

Wes Montgomery’s legendary performance of Here’s That Rainy Day was recorded live in London, England on May 7, 1965.The session was filmed for ABC TV’s arts program, Tempo, during Montgomery’s highly celebrated European tour.  Continue reading

Betcha Can’t is a Hip Hop single by Cash Cobain featuring BabyChiefDoIt, released on September 9, 2026. The track features a trap-based bounce production and samples the 2005 classic “Betcha Can’t Do It Like Me” by the Atlanta rap group D4L. Continue reading

The incomparable Bones The Machine multi-talented dancer, artist, sculptor and director. In his 2013 dance/theatre film Jail Break. The legend of bonebreaking will be on full display September 16th and 19th during the Thelma Hill Performing Arts Centers 50th Anniversay season.  Bones The Machine returns to the THPAC stage with a… Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The Thelma Hill Performing Arts Center (THPAC) will begin the organization’s fiftieth anniversary season September 16, 2026, at the Mark O’Donnell Theater, 160 Schermerhorn Street in Downtown Brooklyn. The five-performance series, which run through Sunday September 20, will offer works by dance masters, emerging choreographers and neophyte… Continue reading

Soldier is a breakthrough single by Brooklyn Hip Hop artist Fivio Foreign featuring the Fire Choir. Released in September 2026, the track marks a significant stylistic and spiritual shift for the artist, pioneering a subgenre known as Gospel Drill. Continue reading

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At the 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards in August 2026, gospel icon Tye Tribbett joined forces with the rising stars of the Ablaze Youth Choir for a highly energetic performance that served as the grand opening of the show.                     … Continue reading

The Morning Funnies: I’m Bribing You” is a newly released jazz song by Mr. Newberger featuring returning guest artist J Fisher. Continue reading

Twisted is a hit R&B single by American artist Keith Sweat, released in June 1996 as the lead track from his self-titled fifth studio album.  Continue reading

AH HA is a hit single by Hip Hop artist Cardi B, released through Atlantic Records on July 31, 2026. Produced by DJ SwanQo, the track serves as her first major solo release following her 2025 sophomore studio album, Am I the Drama?. Continue reading

Tightness is a sultry Dancehall single by Jamaican star Shenseea, produced by DJ Frass. Released on September 4, 2026, the track is a standout addition to DJ Frass’s highly anticipated Group Chat Juggling riddim project, which aims to bring the classic multi-artist juggling culture back to the forefront of modern… Continue reading

Why do HBCU halftime shows feel so intentionally different from the expected military-style performance? Seemingly every part of an HBCU marching band, from the marching style to the majorette choreography to the music selection to the drum major expectations, is of an immediately identifiable, unique style. Continue reading

The soul-stirring rendition of “Promises” by Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers is a powerful anthem that has taken the gospel community by storm. Continue reading

The 1940s gospel song Noah by the African American vocal group The Jubalaires is widely celebrated as an early precursor to Hip Hop, with many music fans calling it the first rap performance ever recorded. Continue reading

Risky is a hit single by Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido featuring Jamaican dancehall artist Popcaan. Released on October 23, 2019, the track was produced by Speroach Beatz and served as a major single for Davido’s acclaimed studio album, A Good Time.  Continue reading

Garnett Silk, Beres Hammond, Dennis Brown, Tiger, Junior Reid, Junior Demus and Bionic Steve are highlighted in this video. Ghetto Splash ’92 was held in Craig Town, Kingston, Jamaica, and was the first show in that annual series. Continue reading

Umteen is a 2026 collaborative Dancehall track by Ding Dong and Dexta Daps. The song was officially released on June 19, 2026, through Romeich Entertainment and Khalfani Records. Continue reading

Tonight I Celebrate My Love is a classic 1983 romantic ballad recorded by R&B legends Roberta Flack and Peabo Bryson. Written by Gerry Goffin and Michael Masser, the million-selling international track served as the lead single for their collaborative duet album, Born to Love. Continue reading

New York is a Hip Hop single by Jim Jones featuring Fabolous, released on July 10, 2026. The track samples Frank Sinatra’s iconic “Theme from New York, New York” and serves as a street anthem celebrating NYC culture. Continue reading

Fly U Out is a joint R&B single by Grammy-winning artists Lucky Daye and Leon Thomas, released alongside its official visualizer on August 21, 2026. Continue reading

The musical satire It’s Now Called Lake America is an AI-generated parody video inspired by U.S. President Donald Trump‘s actual August 2026 executive order directing U.S. federal agencies to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America”. Continue reading

  God Did It is a hit traditional gospel song and album by American gospel artist Evelyn Turrentine-Agee, originally released on February 1, 2000. The high-energy anthem is widely considered her signature track, celebrating divine intervention with its famous chorus, “Everything that happened to me that was good, God did… Continue reading

Usher and Chris Brown brought their co-headlining The R&B Tour to a sold-out audeince at Soldier Field on Saturday, August 22, 2026, wrapping up a massive two-night stadium run in Chicago. Continue reading

The Official Visualizer for Buju Banton’s hit single House Call was released on July 22, 2026. It is one of the standout tracks from his highly anticipated studio album, Too Too Bad, distributed under VP Records. Continue reading

More Than Love is a prominent R&B track by singer Amerie featuring Fabolous, released in 2009. The song is the seventh track on Amerie’s fourth studio album, In Love And War. Continue reading

I Will Always Love You is one of Dolly Parton‘s most legendary masterpieces. Originally written and recorded in 1973 as a emotional farewell to her musical partner Porter Wagoner, Dolly delivered countless breathtaking live renditions of the track across her iconic six-decade career. Continue reading

Like It Is is a collaborative single by Black Soprano Family (BSF) leader Benny The Butcher and roster standout Fuego Base, featured in a live performance session for the global music platform Color x Studios. Continue reading

In his Brief But Spectacular feature on PBS NewsHour, visionary choreographer Alonzo King shares his profound perspective that movement and sound are everywhere and fundamentally identical. As the founder of the San Francisco-based Alonzo King LINES Ballet, King explains how dance makes thought visible, rooted heavily in his upbringing by… Continue reading

You That I Trust is a powerful, celebrated traditional live gospel song by The Rance Allen Group, featuring a guest performance by the renowned vocal powerhouse Paul Porter. Continue reading

The Lord Is My Shepherd – Psalm 23:1, Deep Reggae Gospel Worship is a powerful Christian Worship track that fuses the comforting scriptural message of Psalm 23 with deep, rhythmic roots reggae tracks. Continue reading

That Girl is a hit Afrobeats collaboration by UK-Nigerian artist Darkoo featuring Nigerian artist Asake, released in August 2026. The feel-good track perfectly blends Darkoo’s signature smooth delivery with Asake’s unmistakable Fuji-tinged melodies and high-energy hooks. Continue reading

For one night only, world famous producer Metro Boomin teamed up with Red Bull and Maestro Anthony Parnther to bring the West Coast premiere of Red Bull Symphonic to the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.  Continue reading

Rosie O’Donnell closed out her four-night guest-hosting gig on Jimmy Kimmel Live! by singing a scathing “Danny Boy” parody titled “Donny Boy” dedicated to Donald Trump. Continue reading

16 is a highly anticipated collaborative Dancehall single released by Jamaican artists Squash and Masicka on July 16, 2026. Produced through a joint effort by 6ixReal Records, Hemton Music, and Attomatic Records, the hard-hitting track highlights the unique synergy between Squash’s 6ix side and Masicka’s 1Syde camp. Continue reading

Ready or Not is a classic contemporary R&B ballad performed by the American group After 7. Written and produced by the legendary duo L.A. Reid and Babyface, the track served as the third single from the group’s eponymous 1989 debut album. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The Joyce Ballet Festival finished its second week of performances on Sunday August 16, 2026. As we observed in week one the festival was an evening of short, well-crafted vignettes that had the look and elan of a gala event. The ambience continued in week two with… Continue reading

Come Feel The Love by the Grammy Award-winning Reggae Band,  Morgan Heritage is a vibrant track released on July 10, 2026. Released through Ghetto Youths International and produced by Stephen Marley, the song serves as a musical and visual celebration of Jamaica’s culture, landscapes, and warm spirit. Continue reading

Oh Lord Let Me Lean On You is a powerful traditional gospel anthem recorded by the legendary Dottie Peoples alongside The Peoples Choice Chorale. Released in 1996 on her acclaimed album Count On God under Atlanta International Records, this soul-stirring track showcases her signature dynamic, powerhouse vocals and a deep,… Continue reading

Babatunji performs the powerful solo Lift Every Voice. An excerpt from Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s acclaimed work, Deep River. Featured on PBS’s Next at the Kennedy Center series, the piece merges powerful movement with the historic Black National Anthem. Continue reading

I Belong To You is the soulful collaborative lead single by four-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist Boney James featuring R&B icon Ledisi, released on August 7, 2026. The track serves as the introduction to Boney James milestone 20th studio album, titled A Simple Man. Continue reading

The official music video for Rema’s hit single TEA was officially released on August 7, 2026. Serving as the lead single for his highly anticipated third studio album, the track marks the Nigerian Afrobeats superstar’s first solo record of the year. Continue reading

On July 16, 1986, Jazz, R&B, Soul icon Anita Baker delivered a legendary performance at the Casino Montreux during the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Billed alongside George Duke conducting The Al Jarreau Band, her set occurred during her historic Rapture Tour, which celebrated her breakthrough sophomore album, Rapture. Continue reading

The hilarious and legendary Small Fire riffs on remixing old church songs. Continue reading

More Abundantly is a landmark traditional gospel song by Ricky Dillard & The New Generation Chorale (New G). First released in 1990 on the album The Promise, this song helped establish Dillard’s reputation as a powerhouse Choirmaster in the gospel music industry. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge What better way to conclude the Joyce Theater spring/summer 2026 season than with a ballet festival curated by dance treasure Misty Copeland. The two-week, fourteen performance series began Tuesday August 4 and runs through Sunday August 16. Two programs will be presented, one each week. Continue reading

Complexions Contemporary Ballet‘s co-founder Desmond Richardson performs Imprint/Maya.  Choreographed by Dwight Rhoden and set to words by Maya Angelou with music by the jazz composer David Rozenblatt the work was part of Ballet Across America — programs curated by Misty Copeland and Justin Peck –– on April 17, 2017 at the… Continue reading

The official music video for Ring Around The Rolls by Rick Ross featuring YFN Lucci was released on July 21, 2026. The track is a standout collaboration from Rick Ross’s studio album, Set In Stone. Continue reading

When Porky and Buckwheat have their marbles stolen by the school bully Butch and his minion Woim, the go to Spanky and Alfalfa at the Secret Revenger’s Club. Incurring the wrath of the bullies by throwing tomatoes at them, Spanky and Alfalfa try to avoid them by donning skirts and… Continue reading

Jude Kofi, a prodigiously talented pianist from Aurora, Colorado, was gifted a grand piano by a kind stranger named Bill Magnusson after Magnusson saw Jude’s incredible musical gift highlighted on a local news broadcast. Jude, who is autistic, had taught himself to play a basement keyboard at a “Mozart level”… Continue reading

Tender Love is a classic R&B song by R&B group Force M.D.’s, released on November 20, 1985, as a track from their second studio album, Chillin’.Written and produced by the legendary duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, the song serves as a major crossover hit that bridged old-school hip-hop roots with… Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The Joyce Ballet Festival returns to the Joyce’s Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium August 3 though August 16. Former American Ballet Principal Dancer Misty Copeland has curated a stellar festival featuring outstanding choreography performed by an impressive roster of world class artists. Each night will feel like a… Continue reading

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, standout trumpeter Tatiana Tate delivered an acclaimed live performance at the Wonder Full Tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder hosted by Grand Performances. Continue reading

Experience the powerful gospel message of Lee Williams as he delivers the timeless anthem ‘Jesus Will Fix It (Trouble In My Way).’ This soul-stirring performance offers spiritual comfort and unwavering hope through its profound lyrics and heartfelt delivery. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge Question: What do you get when you combine strong performers, stellar choreography and exceptional production elements?  Answer: You get Philadanco! Continue reading

The official music video for Brick After by professional BMX rider Nigel Sylvester, featuring Hip Hop artists Stove God Cooks and CHELLO, officially released on July 28, 2026. Continue reading

When You Believe is a critically acclaimed duet recorded by American vocal powerhouses Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Released on November 17, 1998, the power ballad served as the theme song for the DreamWorks animated feature film The Prince Of Egypt and was featured on both Houston’s album My Love… Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The Philadelphia Dance Company aka Philadanco begins their New York City Season tonight July 29th at the Joyce Theater. The five day, six performance season will feature works by four choreographers Thang Dao, Rennie Harris,  Christopher Huggins and Co-Artistic Director Tommie-Waheed Evans. O&A NYC Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge… Continue reading

The Dance Right Now official music video features Ne-Yo and friends bringing a lively party to a rustic saloon, fostering connection, community, and stepping outside comfort zones. It showcases his new Country infused R&B sound. Continue reading

The Aroma is a prominent collaborative Hip Hop single by Fat Joe, Jadakiss, and Stove God Cooks, released in July 2026. The track serves as a lead single from Fat Joe’s upcoming studio album, Organized Crhyme. Continue reading

Jumpupw!nya is the first-ever official solo single and music video released by the legendary producer and The Neptunes co-founder Chad Hugo, dropped on July 23, 2026. Continue reading

On July 21, 1983, music icon Diana Ross gave one of the most legendary performances of her career when a massive, torrential thunderstorm struck her free benefit concert on The Great Lawn in New York City’s Central Park. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The Joyce Ballet Festival 2026 returns to the Joyce’s Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium for a two-week, fourteen performance season August 4th through August 16th. Former American Ballet Theater Principal Dancer Misty Copeland will curate the festival and will offer an international showcase of world class performers, outstanding classic… Continue reading

The John Coltrane Quartet’sperformance of My Favorite Things at the Comblain-la-Tour Jazz Festival in Belgium on August 1, 1965, stands as one of the most legendary live recordings in jazz history. Captured during a pivotal European tour, this concert showcases Coltrane’s Classic Quartet pushing the boundaries of Modal Jazz  into furious,… Continue reading

Everything (Bless The Lord) is a powerful traditional gospel track by legendary worship leader Tye Tribbett, released on March 3, 2023. The song is featured on his live album, All Things New (Live In Orlando). Continue reading

Chefs (Amy Schumer, Cecily Strong) show off inventive recipes on Gospel Bunch with Traci (Leslie Jones) & Pervis Scott (Kenan Thompson). Continue reading

I’m On Fire is a high-energy Afrobeats track by Nigerian artist Flavour. The song is a standout track from his studio album, Afroculture. It features production by hitmakers Jaysynths and Selebobo, and its visual companion was directed by the highly acclaimed TG Omori. Continue reading

A full night of hits, deep cuts, surprise guests, and one unforgettable celebration. JAŸ-Z’s  Extra Innings concert on July 12, 2026 at the house of the Bronx Bombers– Yankee Stadium, brought out an all-star lineup, with appearances from DJ D-Nice, Teyana Taylor, Jermaine Dupri, Jeezy, Usher, The-Dream, Rihanna, Swizz Beatz,… Continue reading

Reach Out is the sleek, dance floor single by Grammy-winning R&B artist Victoria Monét, released on July 21, 2026. Coinciding with the track’s release, Monét officially announced her highly anticipated sophomore studio album, Frequency of Love, scheduled to drop on October 2, 2026 via Lovett Music and RCA Records. Continue reading

Buju Banton delivered a spectacular live performance of his Dancehall track Butterflies as the musical guest on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Monday, July 20, 2026. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge PHILADANCO! (The Philadelphia Dance Company) returns to New York City for a highly anticipated six performance season at The Joyce Theater from July 29 through August 2, 2026. This celebrated company’s mission, to preserve the Black American concert dance traditions, will be on full display with a… Continue reading

Alley Oop single by Harlem artist Dave East, Styles P and producer Harry Fraud. The track serves as a promotional single for the collaborative project Price of Pain by Dave East and Harry Fraud. Continue reading

 By Walter Rutledge   Summerstage in association with the Joyce Theater will present a one night only dance and live music event tomorrow July 22nd at Central Park’s The Rumsey Playfield. Doors open at 7 pm and the performance starts promptly at 8pm. A tribute to the legendary women of… Continue reading