4/17/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Alpha Blondy – Masada

Masada is a studio album by Ivory Coast Reggae artist Out and with the Solar System. It was released in 1992 on World Pacific. The album was very popular in France, where it went double gold. Continue reading

4/12/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Erroll Garner – Jazz 625 . Part 1 . 1964

Erroll Garner (1921–1977) was a legendary American jazz pianist and composer, widely celebrated as one of the most virtuosic and distinctive musicians of the swing and bop eras. Known for his joyful “orchestral” approach to the piano, Garner was a self-taught “ear player” who never learned to read music, yet he composed nearly 200 works, including the timeless jazz standard “Misty.” Continue reading

4/12/26 O&A NYC THE WORD: John Legend -Gethsemane From Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert

Immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring performance as the legendary John Legend takes on the iconic role of Jesus Christ in the unforgettable live concert production of Jesus Christ Superstar. Witness a breathtaking rendition of Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say) as John Legend delivers an emotionally charged portrayal that will captivate your heart and soul. Continue reading

4/12/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: I’ve Got The Victory (Live Recording)

The live recording of I’ve Got the Victory is a renowned gospel performance by Ricky Dillard & New G, featuring a powerful lead vocal by Lillian Lloyd. Continue reading

4/3/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Tessanne Chin, Natural High – Surreal Acoustic (Session)

Tessanne Chin’s (Jamaican-Chinese Artist) music is a diverse blend of several genres, most notably Reggae, Pop, R&B and Rock. She frequently describes her own signature sound as a “sultry fusion” of these styles, often incorporating dancehall influences while maintaining soulful vocals. Continue reading

4/2/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY Pt.2: Sade – Is It A Crime (Live Aid 1985)

Sade performing ‘Is It A Crime’ at Live Aid in front of 72,000 people in Wembley Stadium, London on the July 13, 1985. The event was organised by Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for the Ethiopian famine disaster. Broadcast across the world via one of the largest satellite link-ups of all time, the concerts were seen by around 40% of the global population. Continue reading

3/30/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Whitney Houston – I Have Nothing (The Concert for a New South Africa Durban – LIVE)

In 1994, Whitney Houston took the stage in Durban, South Africa, making her the first major Western musician to visit the newly unified, post-apartheid nation following President Nelson Mandela’s winning election. This performance was more than a concert; it was a celebration of freedom, hope, and unity. Whitney’s powerhouse voice and emotional delivery brought joy and inspiration to a country newly liberated. Continue reading

3/28/26 O&A NYC DIVA ALERT: TLC, En Vogue, Salt-N-Pepa Perform At The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards

TLC, En Vogue, and Salt-N-Pepa performed a historic joint medley for the first time ever at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Continue reading

3/22/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Soldiers In The Army- Rev. James Cleveland And The Caravans featuring Inez Andrews

“Soldiers In The Army” (often titled “I’m a Soldier In the Army of the Lord”) is a classic gospel song famously recorded and performed by the legendary Rev. James Cleveland. Continue reading

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