3/14/16/ O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez SONG OF THE DAY: Flatbush ZOMBiES Drop Official Visuals for This Is It

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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 The Flatbush ZOMBiES’ 3001: A Laced Odyssey is finally here and the trio have dropped official visuals for the LP’s single, “This Is It.” An “Intergalactic Madbury Club Production” directed by the Madbury Club’s own Phillip T. Annand, “This Is It” sparse, stylish affair goes perfectly with The Architect’s minimalist beat — and stands in stark contrast to 3001‘s awesomely out-there cover art. Continue reading

3/11/16 O&A NYC – OUT AND ABOUT WITH WaleStylez: Slim Dollar and Sonyae Elie at S.O.B.’s

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr. 

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Emerging artists Slim Dollars and Sonyae Elie performed on March 2nd at New York’s S.O.B’s. Slim Dollar’s urban hip-hop flavor complimented the rap infused R&B style of Ms. Elie. The two artists rocked the enthusiastic crowd, which were on their feet throughout the performance.  Continue reading

3/8/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Reclaim Your Love: A Preview of the GUESS Originals x A$AP Rocky Collection

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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 Reclaim Your Love, the new short film directed by AWGE, previews the latest GUESS Originals and A$AP Rocky collection. Today, O&A NYC Magazine brings you a behind-the-scenes look of the film, with a brief interview with A$AP Rocky. The Harlem native talks about GUESS and its cultural significance during one of the most important times in hip-hop culture. Continue reading

3/7/16 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Classical Music meets Hip Hop: Kev Marcus of Black Violin

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Black Violins, Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste, who go by the stage names Kev Marcus and Will B are two classically trained violinists living their dream. The Florida natives began experimenting with playing stringed melodies over mash-ups of popular hip-hop songs. The duo had no idea this sound was something craved by a wide audience. Continue reading

3/7/16 O&A NYC DANCE: The Legion Of Extraordinary Dances: RA GAMES- Episode 27

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Spex and the Observers go head to head with the LXD recruits in an action-packed training exercise to channel their Ra.  Continue reading

3/3/16 O&A NYC DANCE: Legion Of Extraordinary Dancers- Can’t Dance: Episode 24

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Looking to rebuild Elliot’s shoes, the Fanboyz take it upon themselves to visit LXD’s eccentric seamstress. O&A NYC will share episodes from season 1 and 2 throughout the month of March. Continue reading

3/2/16/ O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez SONG OF THE DAY: Teyana Taylor – Maybe ft. Pusha T, Yo Gotti

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Maybe is the lead single from American singer Teyana Taylor’s major label debut album, VII. The track features guest verses by American rappers Pusha T and Yo Gotti. Continue reading

2/29/16 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Boyz N The Hood (Excerpts)

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Boyz n the Hood (1991) The groundbreaking urban drama and directorial debut film written and directed by John Singleton. The film depicts life in South Central Los Angeles, California and marked the acting debut of Ice Cube and Morris Chestnut  Boyz n the Hood also starred Cuba Gooding, Jr., Larry Fishburne, Nia Long and Angela Bassett.  Continue reading