8/21/20 LOCKDOWN LEARNING: The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X

Presented entirely through speeches, newscasts, and rarely seen archival footage, The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X tells the story of the man who, by any means necessary, willingly put his life at risk to bring change and equality to black America. Continue reading

8/20/20 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ SPORTS REVIEW: Mavericks at Clippers | Playoff Game Highlights

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

Led by Luka Doncic’s 28 pts, 8 reb and 7 ast, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the LA Clippers 127-114 in Game 2. Kristaps Porzingis added 23 pts and 7 reb in the victory, while Kawhi Leonard tallied 35 pts and 10 reb for the Clippers. This series is now tied, 1-1. Continue reading

8/19/20 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ SPORTS REVIEW: Trail Blazers at Lakers | Playoff Highlights

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr

The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, 100-93. Damian Lillard’s 34 pts, 5 reb, 5 ast led Portland, while LeBron James recorded 23 pts, 17 reb, 16 ast.LeBron James becomes the first player in NBA history to record 23 pts, 17 reb and 16 ast in a playoff game. Continue reading

8/17/20 O&A NYC DANCE: Ailey Celebrates Ellington (1974)

Alvin Ailey first began sketching out a suite of Ellington works on the newly formed the Repertory Workshop of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Center which later became known as Ailey II. Continue reading

8/17/20 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Good Hair (A Film By Chris Rock)

Chris Rock visits beauty salons and hairstyling battles, scientific laboratories and Indian temples to explore the way hairstyles impact the activities, pocketbooks, sexual relationships, and self-esteem of the black community in this exposé of comic proportions that only he could pull off. A raucous adventure prompted by Rock’s daughter approaching him and asking, “Daddy, how come I don’t have good hair?” Continue reading

8/14/20 O&A NYC GRILLING FOR THE WEEKEND: Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp

Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp is a delicious appetizer for summertime grilling. A light and tasty glaze. If using wooden skewers, soak in lime juice or white wine for some extra flavor. Continue reading

8/13/20 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Prince and Beyoncé perform Prince Medley (2004 Grammy Awards)

Beyoncé had a very good Feb. 8, 2004. She won five out of the six Grammy awards for which she’d been nominated, including Best R&B Song with “Crazy In Love” — and she spent five spirited minutes performing with Prince.
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8/12/20 O&A NYC WaleStylez HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Lecrae- Deep End

Lecrae Devaughn Moore born October 9, 1979, mononymously known as Lecrae, is a  Christian Hip Hop recording artist, songwriter, music executive and actor.  Continue reading

8/12/20 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: House Of Latex Project PSA (1994)

 This Public Service Announcement was created in 1994 for the Ballroom Community one year after the first ever House of Latex Ball in 1993. Continue reading