12/28/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez HIPHOP WEDNESDAY: Machine Gun Kelly – Sail

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Richard Colson Baker aka MGK and Machine Gun Kelly, is rapper and actor from Cleveland, Ohio. MGK embarked on a musical career as a teenager, releasing a mixtape in 2006. He would then go on to release four more mixtapes. Continue reading

12/28/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez DANCE- BATTLING INTO THE NEW YEAR: Les Twins Vs. Kida The Great and Jabari Timmons

By Adewale Adekanbi

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Les Twins and  Kida The Great and Jabari Timmons perform an exhibition battle at the DNA Lounge in San Francisco featuring DJ Tomahawk Bang and MC RJ Kool Raul. 
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12/27/16 O&A NYC DANCE: A Conversation With Kyle Abraham

By Walter Rutledge

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Untitled America, Kyle Abraham’s latest work for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, brings to light the revolving door of the U.S. penal system. The work had its official premiered on December 7th during the Ailey’s New York City Center Season November 30 through December 31. Recently O&A NYC had an opportunity to sit down with this talented artist to discuss the work, his choreographic process and philosophy. Continue reading

12/27/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez BATTLING INTO THE NEW YEAR: Ptah vs Trini BattleFest 37

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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BattleFest celebrates the extreme street dancers and dance styles derived from hip hop and the Jamaican street dance craze known as Bruk Up. Over the years the battles (a contest between two or more dancers) has evolved from the street dance bravura of Brooklyn’s inner city youth to thematic composition recognized worldwide. The battles can be seen at live events, online  and on DVD.  Continue reading

12/26/16 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY- BRINGING IN 2017!: Jennifer Lopez – Waiting For Tonight (Remix)

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Jennifer Lopez- Waiting for Tonight, offered a thematic depiction of a Y2K New Year’s Eve dance party. The video led to increased media attention, with Lopez being recognized for her curvaceous figure and buttocks. Continue reading

12/26/16 O&A NYC FOOD WHAT TO DO WITH HOLIDAY LEFTOVERS: Oven Baked Jambalaya

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Oven Baked Jambalaya turn your left over Christmas ham into an post holiday Creole treat. You will impress your family and friends when you serve this classic and flavorful dish. And best of all, it’s easily made in the oven.   Continue reading