3/29/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: DOE – When I Pray

When I Pray  by Gospel artist DOE (Dominique Jones), featured on her debut album Clarity. The uplifting ballad topped Billboard’s Gospel Airplay and MediaBase charts in September 2022, focusing on connecting with God through struggles, and earned a Dove Award nomination. Continue reading

3/28/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Angélique Kidjo, Ayra Starr – Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back?)

Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back?) is a collaborative single by legendary Beninese artist Angélique Kidjo and Nigerian AfroPop star Ayra Starr, released on March 27, 2026. Continue reading

3/27/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Whitney Houston – All The Man That I Need

All The Man That I Need is one of Whitney Houston’s most iconic power ballads, released in December 1990 as the second single from her third studio album, I’m Your Baby Tonight. Produced by Narada Michael Walden, the track is celebrated for its gospel-infused climax and a soulful saxophone solo by Kenny G. Continue reading

3/26/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Vanessa Williams – Save The Best For Last

Save The Best For Last is by R&B artist Vanessa Williams from her second studio album, The Comfort Zone. Written by Phil Galdston, Jon Lind and Wendy Waldman, and produced by Keith Thomas, Wing and Mercury Records released it as the album’s third single on January 14, 1992. . Continue reading

3/25/26 O&A NYC HAPPY BIRTHDAY ARETHA FRANKLIN: Aretha Franklin – Freeway Of Love

Freeway of Love is a classic hit by Aretha Franklin, released as the lead single from her thirtieth studio album, Who’s Zoomin’ Who?. The song marked a major comeback for the Queen Of Soul, becoming her highest-charting single in over a decade and earning her a Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.Happy Birthday Aretha Franklin!
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3/25/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Eve ft. Faith Evans – Love Is Blind (Remix)

Love Is Blind is by Hip Hop artist Eve, the official remix featuring  Faith Evans was released from Eve’s second studio album Scorpion.The song is directed toward a man who had been abusing Eve’s best friend. Continue reading

3/20/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Lady Saw and Cecile – Loser

Loser is a popular dancehall track by Lady Saw  (Marion Hall) featuring Cecile.The song is a “diss track” or empowerment anthem where the two artists trade verses about a man who has lost his appeal or status. The hook repeatedly labels him a loser for wasting their time.

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3/20/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Oleta Adams – Get Here

Get Here is a ballad written by singer and songwriter Brenda Russell. R&B artist Oleta Adams covered and released the song in 1990, reaching the top five in both the US and the UK with her version. Continue reading

3/16/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Kiana Ledé – Jury

Jury is by R&B/Soul artist by Kiana Ledé. It is featured as a standout track on the deluxe version of her third studio album, Cut Ties (Deluxe). Continue reading

3/15/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Mary Mary – Go Get It

Go Get It is a hit Gospel single and the title track of the 2012 compilation album by the R&B/Gospel duo Mary Mary. The song is known for its empowering message about faith and perseverance, encouraging listeners to pursue their “blessings” because it is their “season”. Continue reading