7/16/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Vanita Smythe – Low, Short and Squatty

Low, Short and Squatty is a vibrant jump blues and swing song recorded by African-American vocalist and actress Vanita Smythe, released on December 2, 1946. The track was famously released as a “soundie”—a three-minute musical film that served as a precursor to modern music videos—and became a prominent jukebox hit in urban clubs. Continue reading

7/15/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ DANCE PARTY: Finesse vs Nuvo – Flexn Dance Battle | OVRDZE 8

The Nuvo vs Finesse Flexn Dance Battle at OVRDZE 8 is a premier street dance matchup featuring two distinct East Coast styles colliding on the dance floor. Continue reading

7/15/26 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Goodbye Lindsey Graham – Stand Up Comedy

Goodbye Lindsey Graham  is a viral Stand Up Comedy clip released by comedian Sammy Obeid. The routine reacts directly to the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away at age 71 on July 11, 2026. Continue reading

7/14/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ FASHION SHOW: Christian Louboutin’s Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 Collection by Jaden Smith

Christian Louboutin’s Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 Collection marks the highly anticipated sophomore showcase by multi-hyphenate artist and Men’s Creative Director, Jaden Smith. Unveiled during Paris Fashion Week at the Palais Brongniart, the presentation transformed the runway into an immersive, speculative archaeological journey through a forgotten Red Kingdom. Continue reading

7/14/26 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Shi Heng Yi – Focus On Yourself And Stay Silent

Focus On Yourself And Stay Silent is a powerful concept popularized by Shaolin Master Shi Heng Yi, which emphasizes that real power, clarity, and self-mastery come from withdrawing your energy from external noise and redirecting it inward. Continue reading

7/14/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Ella Mai – Might Just

Might Just is a hit R&B single by British artist Ella Mai, released as part of her third studio album, Do You Still Love Me?. Produced by long-time collaborator Mustard, the track explores themes of heartbreak, betrayal, and unfaithfulness. Continue reading

7/14/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Rodney Laney – The Reason Why You Look Ugly In Photos 

The Reason Why You Look Ugly In Photos is a highly popular stand-up comedy special by comedian Rodney Laney, released through Dry Bar Comedy. Continue reading

7/13/26 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Sepia Cinderella (1947)

Sepia Cinderella (1947) is the second in a series of films produced by Jack Goldberg and Arthur Leonard, made primarily for the 684 theatres (in 1947) that catered exclusively to Black audiences that were kept out, or placed in a special balcony section, in most of the theatres in segregated America. Continue reading

7/13/26 O&A NYC LIVE PERFORMANCE: Jay-Z Brings Rihanna and Stole The Show During The Extra Inning At Yankee Stadium

Rihanna shocked the crowd with a surprise appearance during Night 3 of Jay-Z Extra Innings concert residency at Yankee Stadium. The unexpected reunion marked one of her first live stage performances in years, sending the sold-out stadium into a complete frenzy. Continue reading

7/13/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: My Strange Addiction – Air Humping

Doctors are baffled. Friends are embarrassed. The public is speechless. Follow Dexter Mims Jr’s outrageous ‘air-humping addiction as one bizarre habit turns every trip into an unforgettable comedy. Continue reading