5/30/23 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FOOTWEAR: Teyana Taylor x Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT 2 “A Rose From Harlem”

Born and raised in Harlem, Teyana Taylor is nothing short of a multi-hyphenate, dabbling in everything from singing and acting to dancing and choreography.Teyana Taylor will be adding yet another big achievement to her resume: her very own collaboration with Jordan Brand. Continue reading

5/30/23 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Janelle Monáe – Lipstick Lover

The Age of Pleasure is the upcoming fourth studio album by R&B artist Janelle Monáe set to be released on June 9, 2023, on Atlantic Records.Two singles have been released so far to promote the album Float and Lipstick Lover. Continue reading

5/30/23 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Virgil Abloh Advice Leaves Audience Speechless

 Virgil Abloh was a fashion designer and entrepreneur. One of the most influential and respected fashion designers of his generation, he began his own line of luxury streetwear clothing, Pyrex Vision in 2012 and became the chief executive officer the Milan based label Off-White, a fashion house he founded in 2013. Virgil Abloh life advice leaves audience speechless before his death. Continue reading

5/29/23 O&A NYC MEMORIAL DAY SONG OF THE DAY: Marvin Gaye- American National Anthem

Marvin Gaye, The Prince of Motown brought attention to the NBA and helped boost its image. Gaye pioneered singing the national anthem, the Star Spangled Banner, in own rendition during the 1983 NBA All-Star game Continue reading

5/29/23 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL: Madea’s Family Reunion

While planning her family reunion Madea, everyone’s favorite pistol-packing grandma, must contend with the other dramas on her plate. These including the runaway who has been placed under her care, and her love-troubled nieces. Continue reading

 5/29/23 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WaleStylez- FASHION: 10 Most Unique Dark Skin African Men

10 most unique dark skin African men you never seen before. Are you tired of seeing the same old representation of black men in media? Look no further than this video. 
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5/28/23 O&A NYC GRILLING FOR THE WEEKEND: Grilled Lobster Tail

Lobster tail is kinda expensive, and therefore it seems pretty fancy. But it’s actually incredibly easy to make. This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is the perfect dinner to make for a special occasion. The herb butter is PERFECT. 
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5/26/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Kevin Hart Goes Back to High School- The Real Husbands of Hollywood

After being expelled for accidentally killing the school mascot, Kevin Hart re-enrolls to his old high school with plans to get his diploma. But Kevin faces obstacles on his path to graduation when his bitter high school crush is the last teacher he needs to bribe for an A. Kevin then goes head to head with another scorned ex-flame who demands he take her to prom.
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2/14/24 O&A NYC ST. VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE: Dudley Williams- Alvin Ailey’s Love Songs

d90704264383da96da61f51bc870f967In 1972, Alvin Ailey created the elegiac solo Love Songs for dancer Dudley Williams. The  sixteen minute solo, composed in three sections includes A Song for You by Donny Hathaway; Poppies by Nina Simone; and He Ain’t Heavy, He’s my Brother by Donny Hathaway. Many  thought of the work as the male equivalent of the female solo Cry (1971). Continue reading

5/24/23 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: LL COOL J – 4,3,2,1 ft. Method Man, Redman, Canibus, DMX, Master P

4, 3, 2, 1 is a song by Queens Hip Hop artist LL Cool J featuring  Method Man, Redman, Canibus and DMX from LL Cool J’s seventh album Phenomenon as the second single. It was released onDecember 9, 1997 for Def Jam Recordings and was produced by LL Cool J and Erick Sermon.                          Continue reading