6/11/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Shai – If I Ever Fall In Love

If I Ever Fall In Love is the iconic 1992 debut single by the R&B/Soul quartet Shai. Written and produced by group member Carl “Groove” Martin, the song is celebrated as one of the definitive a cappella tracks in mainstream music history. Continue reading

6/8/26 O&A NYC THE SONG OF THE DAY/ BLACK MUSIC MONTH: Curtis Mayfield – Give Me Your Love (1972)

Super Fly is the third studio album by soul and funk musician Curtis Mayfield, released in July 1972 on Curtom Records. It was released as the soundtrack for the blaxploitation film of the same name. Continue reading

6/1/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Josh Levi – Say It

Say It is a R&B/Soul track by R&B artist and actor Josh Levi, released on October 9, 2025. The song is a standout track from his debut studio album, Hydraulic. Continue reading

5/30/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Joé Dwèt Filé – Ma Bella

Ma Bella is an R&B track recorded by artist Joé Dwèt Filé and released on May 22, 2026. The track is part of his studio album titled HateLove, distributed under the label Play Two. Continue reading

5/22/26 O&A NYC HAPPY BIRTHDAY RACHELLE FERRELL: Rachelle Ferrell and Will Downing – Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This

Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This is a classic R&B and contemporary jazz duet written by Rachelle Ferrell and performed alongside Will Downing. Released on September 12, 1992, the track serves as a standout single from Ferrell’s critically acclaimed, self-titled Capitol Records album. Continue reading

5/19/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Chris Brown – For The Moment

For The Moment is a prominent R&B/Soul track by R&B artist Chris Brown, released on May 8, 2026, as part of his twelfth studio album, titled Brown. The track quickly gained traction alongside a highly stylized official music video dropped simultaneously with the album. Continue reading

5/7/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Chris Brown ft. Leon Thomas – Fallin

Fallin is a single by R&B artist Chris Brown featuring Leon Thomas, released on May 1, 2026. The track is the final single from Brown’s 12th studio album, Brown. Directed by Travis Colbert, the 1930s-themed video features cameo appearances by Usher and Tank. Continue reading

4/7/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Mary J. Blige – More Than A Lover

More Than A Lover is a mid-tempo R&B single by Mary J. Blige, released as an exclusive Valentine’s Day track. Produced by Camper, the song celebrates a deep, “transcendent romance” that goes beyond surface-level connection. 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

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