The song was notably covered by CeCe Winans, who released her version of the song on her live album, Believe For It (2021). CeCe Winans recording peaked at No. 6 on the Hot Christian Songs chart and No. 3 on the Hot Gospel Songs chart. CeCe Winans rendition of “Goodness of God” was nominated for the GMA Dove Award Contemporary Gospel Recorded Song of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards. Continue reading
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4/7/24 O&A NYC DANCE: I Am Julie Caprio, Always and Forever a Harkness Dancer.
By Julie Caprio
Inspired by An American Ballet Story
It is truly amazing to me how Harkness continues to be a huge part of my life. After the NYC screening of An American Ballet Story, a documentary by Leslie Streit and Robin McCain about the Harkness years, my Facebook friend Keith Lee and I began this project. Keith, an extraordinary artist who has had a beautiful career including being a soloist with American Ballet Theatre was also a Harkness Trainee. Continue reading
4/5/24 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Free Nationals, A$AP Rocky, Anderson .Paak – Gangsta
Free Nationals are back with their first new music in four years. The neo-soul group have tapped A$AP Rocky and Anderson.Paak for the song Gangsta. Bringing the track to life is a Francois Rousselet directed music video in which the three artists are portrayed by children as they handle a court case in a child-governed society. Continue reading
4/5/24 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Karlous Miller Stand Up Comedy At The Laugh Factory
The OG Karlous Miller graces the stage in Long Beach at the Laugh Factory to show them how stand up comedy from the South goes down. Continue reading
4/5/24 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: A Conversation With Patrick Gamble- Ailey II
By Walter Rutledge
One of the most gratifying aspects of teaching and choreographing is the incredibly talented young people you encounter along your journey. For those ofttimes all to brief moments that your paths cross you hope you were able to share something- one small seed that will take root and grow. And if life affords us the good fortune to see the rewards gained by their hard work and determination; we take solace in watching the next generation take flight and soar. Patrick Gamble will “take flight” next week, along with the 12-member ensemble of the Ailey II, April 9th through 14th at the Joyce Theater.
We had the opportunity to reconnect recently to discuss the upcoming Ailey II season. Gamble shared insight into his artistic process, preparation for the season and his plans and dreams after his Ailey II tenure is complete.
A Conversation With Patrick Gamble
4/4/24 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Missy Elliott – The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)
The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly) is the debut solo single by Hip Hop artist Missy Misdemeanor Elliott.It was written and composed by Don Bryant, Bernard Miller, Missy Elliott and producer Timbaland for her debut album Supa Dupa Fly and contains a sample of Ann Pebbles 1973 single I Can’t Stand The Rain. Continue reading
4/4/24 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ FASHION: Brigade Spring 2024 Is A Testament To Heritage
Founded in 2014, the Brooklyn-based unisex lifestyle label, Brigade, finds its purpose in the belief of community over commodity. Whether it be through its streetwear-oriented apparel or accessories, the brand encapsulates New York City’s powerful energy in everything it does.So to continue expanding its story, the brand has revealed its new Spring 2024 collection that fuses heritage and innovation. Continue reading
4/4/24 O&A NYC HISTORY- ON THIS DAY: A Firsthand Account of The Assassination of Dr. King
The assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr., the most prominent leader of the American civil rights movement, happened on April 4, 1968, as he stood on the second floor balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. He had come to Memphis to lead a march by striking sanitation workers. In response to King’s death, more than 100 American inner cities exploded in rioting, looting, and violence. James Earl Ray, a career small-time criminal who became the object of a more than two-month manhunt before he was captured in England, pled guilty to the shooting. Continue reading
4/3/24 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Nas – Sitting With My Thoughts
Nas has shared an official music video for the Magic 3 cut, Sitting With My Thoughts. The thoughtful song sees the rapper dive into his difficulties and ambitions early on in his career, looking back to when he was just a teenager. Continue reading
4/3/24 O&A NYC WITH WALESTYLEZ MOVIE TRAILER: Alien: Romoulus | Teaser Trailer
The Alien franchise continues with the upcoming Alien: Romulus film. In preparation for the new movie, 20th Century Studios has released a new teaser trailer.With director Fede Alvarez and producer Ridley Scott, the forthcoming sci-fi, horror and thriller digs into the franchise’s roots, which kicked off in 1979 with Ridley Scott’s, Alien. Continue reading