Emiliana is a song by Afrobeat artist and songwriter CKay, released on December 3,2021 by Warner Music South Africa. Continue reading
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4/10/22 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ: Dexter Gordon Jazz Icons Live in “63 & 64”
Dexter Gordon was a jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, bandleader, and actor. He was among the most influential early Bebop musicians, which included other greats such as Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie and Bud Powell. Continue reading
4/10/22 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: DOE – So Good
Born in Washington State and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana, DOE started singing as a child with her family.With her angelic voice and soulful sound, inspirational singer and songwriter DOE a.k.a. Dominique Jones is is a refreshing presence in the music industry, today.In 2014, DOE took the leap of faith to explore a heavenly career. Continue reading
4/5/22 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Charlie Wilson – No Stoppin Us ft. Babyface, K-Ci Hailey & Johnny Gill
R&B veteran Charlie Wilson released a new music video for his collaborative groove No Stoppin Us featuring Babyface, Jodeci’s K-Ci Hailey and New Edition’s Johnny Gill. Continue reading
4/1/22 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Summer Walker, SZA ft. Cardi B – No Love
As Summer Walker’s sophomore album, Still Over It continues to make waves throughout the industry for its raw depiction of life as a scorned woman and single parent, Summer decided to take something great and elevate it to new heights.Her sultry single No Love, which initially featured SZA, has been remixed to include a new verse from Cardi B with a visual to match. Continue reading
3/31/22 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: Airs- Paul Taylor Dance Company
By Walter Rutledge
I had planned to do a season review of the Paul Taylor Dance Company following the final performance tonight. Then last night I saw Airs! First, the company’s dancing during the entire season has been impressive to say the least. The eighteen-member ensemble is comprised of fourteen relatively new members. Due to the pandemic for many of the dancers this season is their New York City Center debut. Continue reading
3/26/22 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Black Sherif ft. Burnaboy – Second Sermon Remix
Black Sherif is a Afro Hip Hop artist and song writer from Ghana. He releases his video for Second Sermon featuring the African Giant, Burna Boy. The highly anticipated music video for the viral hit checks all the boxes in terms of drama, high energy delivery, and watching two great musicians deliver a bombshell project. Continue reading
3/24/22 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Nas – Wave Gods feat. A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier
Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones born September 14, 1973, better known by his stage name Nas is a Hip Hop artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Rooted in the New York Hip Hop scene he is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time. Continue reading
3/24/22 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Toni Braxton – Love Shoulda Brought You Home
Love Shoulda Brought You Home is the debut solo single by Toni Braxton. It was written by Kenneth Babyface Edmonds, Daryl Simmons and Bo Watson. The solo track was produced by Edmonds and Simmons along with L.A Reid. Lyrically the slow groove R&B song is saga of betrayal and infidelity that depicts a heartbroken Braxton. Continue reading
3/21/22 O&A NYC DANCE: Francesca Harper Sets New Direction For Ailey II
By Walter Rutledge
The Ailey II season begins March 23 and run thru April 3 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater 405 west 55th Street at the corner of Ninth Avenue This is not only the company’s return to the theater since the pandemic, but also the debut season for the company’s new Artistic Director Francesca Harper. During the two-week season the company will offer 10 performances and present works by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) Artistic Director Robert Battle, internationally renowned choreographer William Forsythe, AAADT principal dancer Yannick Lebrun, Andrea Miller, and Harper. Continue reading
