For one night only, world famous producer Metro Boomin teamed up with Red Bull and Maestro Anthony Parnther to bring the West Coast premiere of Red Bull Symphonic to the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Continue reading
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Category: R&B
8/20/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: After 7 – Ready or Not
Ready or Not is a classic contemporary R&B ballad performed by the American group After 7. Written and produced by the legendary duo L.A. Reid and Babyface, the track served as the third single from the group’s eponymous 1989 debut album. Continue reading
8/11/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Boney James ft. Ledisi – I Belong To You
I Belong To You is the soulful collaborative lead single by four-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist Boney James featuring R&B icon Ledisi, released on August 7, 2026. The track serves as the introduction to Boney James milestone 20th studio album, titled A Simple Man. Continue reading
8/9/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ: Anita Baker at Montreux Jazz Festival Switzerland (1986)
On July 16, 1986, Jazz, R&B, Soul icon Anita Baker delivered a legendary performance at the Casino Montreux during the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Billed alongside George Duke conducting The Al Jarreau Band, her set occurred during her historic Rapture Tour, which celebrated her breakthrough sophomore album, Rapture. Continue reading
8/3/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Force M.D.’s – Tender Love
7/31/26 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Philadanco – A Must See
By Walter Rutledge
Question: What do you get when you combine strong performers, stellar choreography and exceptional production elements?
Answer: You get Philadanco! Continue reading
7/29/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Ne-Yo – Dance Right Now
The Dance Right Now official music video features Ne-Yo and friends bringing a lively party to a rustic saloon, fostering connection, community, and stepping outside comfort zones. It showcases his new Country infused R&B sound. Continue reading
7/28/26 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Diana Ross Central Park – No Wind, No Rain Can Stop Me
On July 21, 1983, music icon Diana Ross gave one of the most legendary performances of her career when a massive, torrential thunderstorm struck her free benefit concert on The Great Lawn in New York City’s Central Park. Continue reading
7/24/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Victoria Monét – Reach Out
Reach Out is the sleek, dance floor single by Grammy-winning R&B artist Victoria Monét, released on July 21, 2026. Coinciding with the track’s release, Monét officially announced her highly anticipated sophomore studio album, Frequency of Love, scheduled to drop on October 2, 2026 via Lovett Music and RCA Records. Continue reading
7/21/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Missy Elliott – The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)
The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly) is the groundbreaking 1997 debut solo single by Hip Hop artist Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott. Produced by her longtime collaborator Timbaland, the track is famous for its infectious hook that samples Ann Peebles classic 1973 soul record, I Can’t Stand The Rain. Continue reading
