2/18/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Tems – Boy O Boy

Tems has released the music video for Boy O Boy, a standout track from her debut album Born In The Wild. Released via RCA Records, the black and white video, directed by Loris Russier and written by Tems herself, captures the raw emotions of heartbreak and struggle in a relationship. Continue reading

2/17/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Eric Benét, Chante Moore – So Distracted

Eric Benét debuts the second video from his from his EP Duets – So Distracted with Chanté Moore on Valentine’s Day. The sultry song is the perfect celebration of love and passion. Continue reading

2/16/24 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Open The Eyes of My Heart – Jordan G. Welch

Since her debut single Obedience in 2012, Jordan G. Welch has imprinted her sound into the hearts of many.  Her life models her gift: she is an experience of raw musical prowess, that audibly cares as much as she delivers.

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2/15/25 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Diamond Platnumz ft Yemi Alade – Waist

Naseeb Abdul Juma Issack  professionally known as Diamond Platnumz, is a Tanzanian Bongo Flava artist, dancer, philanthropist and businessman.  Continue reading

2/14/25 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: I Wanna Be Ready – Amos Machanic Jr.

Amos Machanic, Jr. joined the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1996. During his 15 years with the company, Amos had the pleasure of traveling and performing across the globe and in 2010, he performed at the White House tribute to Judith Jamison. Continue reading

2/13/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY SPECIAL: Babyface – Every Time I Close My Eyes

Every Time I Close My Eyes is a song written and produced by R&B artist Babyface. It was released as the second single from his fourth album, The Day. Continue reading

2/11/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Michael Jackson – Earth Song

Earth Song was written and composed by Michael Jackson as a passionate plea for environmental awareness in the face of unchecked global development. It was released on this date as the third single from HIStory: Past, Present and Future—Book I. Continue reading

2/6/25 O&A NYC BLACK HISTORY MONTH THROWBACK THURSDAY: Jeffrey Osborne – Love Ballad

Jeffrey Linton Osborne is a Soul artist, songwriter and lyricist. He is the former drummer and lead singer of the Soul Group L.T.D, with whom he began his musical career in 1970. Continue reading

2/6/25 O&A NYC DIVO ALERT: Will Smith and Big Sean ft. OBanga – Beautiful Scars

Will Smith and Big Sean have released the song Beautiful Scars, featuring OBanga, along with a Matrix – inspired music video. The actor has also announced that he will be dropping a new solo album, Based On a True Story — his first full length album release in over 20 years.  Continue reading

2/5/25 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Kendrick Lamar – Count Me Out

Kendrick Lamar is a Hip Hop artist from Compton, California. He’s signed with Dr. Dre’s label, Aftermath. Kendrick also has his own label, known as Top Dawg Entertainment. Continue reading