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

3/27/26 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 DANCE BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Ailey II

By Walter Rutledge

Ailey II presented their fifty second New York City season March 17 through March 22 at the Joyce Theater. The sold out six-day eight performance season offered two programs New Works and Legacy/Future. The season featured Alvin Ailey’s masterwork Streams and four New York City premieres by Renee I. McDonald, Rena Butler, My’Kal Stromile, and Chalvar Monteiro. 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

3/23/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Lena Horne – The Lady Is A Tramp

Lena Horne performed by The Lady Is a Tramp from the musical Babes in Arms (1937). The musical features music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Lorenz Hart. 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

3/21/26 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Oleta Adams Performs Live in Concert

Oleta Adams, Grammy-nominated singer, pianist, and songwriter, performed live at the Miramar Cultural Center in 2024, wowing the crowd with her soulful mix of R&B, gospel, and jazz. 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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