Down Through the Years by Pastor Emeritus Jasper W. Williams, Jr. was released in 2010, the popular gospel song and radio single song is featured on his traditional gospel album, Landmark. Continue reading
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2/28/26 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Wattstax Concert (1972)
Wattstax was a benefit concert organized by Stax Records to commemorate the seventh anniversary of the 1965 riots in the African American community of Watts, Los Angeles. The concert took place at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on August 20, 1972. The concert’s performers included all of the Stax’s prominent artists at the time. The genres of the songs performed included soul, gospel, R&B, blues, funk and jazz. The film stars Isaac Hayes, The Staples Singers, Luther Ingram, Johnnie Taylor, The Emotions, Rufus Thomas, Carla Thomas, Albert King and others special guest star Richard Pryor. Continue reading
2/22/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Oh Happy Day – The Edwin Hawkins Singers (1969)
Oh Happy Day is a 1967 gospel music arrangement of the 1755 hymn by clergyman Philip Doddridge. Recorded by the Edwin Hawkins Singers, it became an international hit in 1969. It has since become a gospel music standard. Continue reading
2/15/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: The Mississippi Mass Choir – When I Rose This Morning
Gospel music has experienced a great loss with the passing of one of it’s legends – Mama Mosie Burks of the Mississippi Mass Choir, she was 92. Known as “Mama” Burks, the former lead soloist of the Mississippi Mass Choir’s gospel was born June 17, 1933 in Forest, Mississippi. Continue reading
2/8/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Yolanda Adams & Le’Andria Johnson -The Battle Is The Lord’s’ (Super Bowl Gospel 2020)
Le’Andria Johnson joins gospel superstar Yolanda Adams for a powerful performance of The Battle Is The Lord’s at the 2020 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration. Continue reading
2/1/26 O&A NYC THE WORD: Soul of Afrika – Blessings
Blessings by Soul of Afrika is a powerful Gospel drill anthem filled with faith, confidence, and spiritual strength. The music video captures real energy, bold declarations, and a message of divine covering and favor—reminding listeners that blessings follow those who stand firm in faith. Continue reading
1/25/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Vicki Yohe – Because Of Who You Are
Vicki Yohe is a celebrated gospel singer, songwriter, and worship leader known for hits like Because of Who You Are, The Mercy Seat, and Under the Blood. Her career spans over three decades, featuring collaborations with CeCe Winans and extensive international missions work, including opening an orphanage in Uganda. Continue reading
1/18/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Nasty C, Soweto Gospel Choir – Head Up 2.0
Head Up 2.0 is a collaborative single by South African Hip Hop artists Nasty C and the legendary Soweto Gospel Choir, released on December 19, 2025. The track is an uplifting blend of hip-hop and gospel that explores themes of resilience, faith, and personal growth. Continue reading
1/4/26 O&A NYC IN MEMORIAM: Richard Smallwood – Total Praise
Richard Smallwood wrote the gospel classic Total Praise during a period of immense personal trial while caring for his mother, who had dementia, and a close friend battling cancer. Continue reading
1/4/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY GOSPEL: Rev. James Cleveland and The Caravans – Soldiers In The Army
Soldiers in the Army, often performed by Rev. James Cleveland with choirs like The Caravans, is a powerful, classic gospel anthem about spiritual perseverance, It resonates deeply with listeners for its message of faith and divine struggle, often evoking nostalgia for traditional church experiences and celebrating figures like Inez Andrews and the Caravans. Continue reading
