Out & About NYC Magazine was founded to offer the arts and lifestyle enthusiast a fresh new look at New York City. We will showcase the established and the emerging, the traditional and the trendy. And we will do it with élan, and panache with a dash of fun.

5/16/24 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Donny Hathaway – The Ghetto Live 1970

The Ghetto is a socially conscious, mostly instrumental jazz-flavored anthem, released as the first single off Soul artist Donny Hathaway’s  debut album,Eveything Is Everythingreleased as a single in 1969 on Atlantic Records. Continue reading

5/15/24 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Lilly Goes Black- Blazing Saddles (1974)


Blazing Saddles is a classic Mel Brooks satire on racism in America. Madeline Kahn as Lilly Von Shtupp steals the show when she asks the new black sheriff  Bart (Cleavon Little),  “So, tell me, schatze, is it twue vhat day say about da vay you people are a … gifted?” Continue reading

5/15/24 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie – Steppas

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is taking over on his new single, Steppas, which arrives alongside its music video.Directed by Phil Meyer, the clip spots the HighBridge rapper brings his braggadocios raps as he towers a city, leads a pack of troops, and flexing from a crime scene and a gas station with his entourage. Continue reading

5/15/24 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ SPORTS REVIEW: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Game 5 Full Highlights | 2024 ECSF

Led by Jalen Brunson’s 44 points and 7 assists, the New York Knicks defeat the Indiana Pacers in Game 5, 121-91. Josh Hart (18 points, 11 rebounds), Alec Burks (18 points, 5 3pt. FG) and Isaiah Hartenstein (7 points, 17 rebounds) added 43 points in the victory, while Pascal Siakam tallied 22 points and 8 rebounds for the Pacers.  Continue reading

5/14/24 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Brandy – Rather Be | A Color Show

R&B superstar at Brandy rounds off our series of shows with Motown Records celebrating Black Music Month with a masterful performance of Rather Be, a highlight from her latest album ‘B7’. Continue reading

5/14/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Get Up Again And Win This Time – Best Motivational Video Speeches Of All Time

You’ve got to go through something to become more. This is the message of this motivational video. It’s one of the best speeches you will ever hear, featuring one of the best speakers on this planet, Absolute Motivation’s very own James E. Dixon.  Continue reading

5/14/24 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: I Survived Diddy – James Davis – Chocolate Sundaes Standup Comedy

James Davis the most underrated Comedian there is. He is funny. He takes uncle, cousin, or brother at the cookout funny to the next level. Continue reading

5/13/24 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ SPORTS REVIEW: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers Game 4 Full Highlights | ECSF

The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 121-89, in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Tyrese Haliburton recorded 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Pacers, while T.J. McConnell added 15 points and 10 assists in the victory.  Continue reading

5/13/24 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ ADULT SWIM TRAILER: Rick and Morty: The Anime | Adult Swim

In Adult Swim‘s latest teaser for Rick and Morty: The Anime, the network not only offers a peek into the anticipated show from another perspective but also confirms that the anime will air in 2024. Continue reading

5/13/24 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Happy Birthday – Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder original name is Stevland Hardaway  was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on this date May 13,1950. A child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative musical figures of the late 20th century. In addition to his acclaimed artistry, Wonder has routinely tackled social issues through his music appearances. Continue reading