1/10/18 O&A NYC DANCE: Storyboard P. At Kill Or Be Killed Dance Battle

By Adewale Adekanbi

Storyboard P. was one of the judges at the recent Kill Or Be Killed 10 Evil Xmas 2 dance battle in Brooklyn, but  the Mutant/Flex icon and Bessie Award winner couldn’t let the opportunity to dance go unchallenged. Continue reading

1/9/18 O&A NYC FASHION: Tyson Beckford

Tyson Beckford, male supermodel and actor, go behind the scenes with featuring interview and runway coverage from as far back as 1996! Continue reading

1/9/18 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: When God Says No- Inky Johnson Turns Tragedy into Triumph

Inky Johnson, safety University of Tennessee, was on track for a first-round NFL draft pick; but a life-changing injury that left his right arm paralyzed. Continue reading

1/8/17 O&A NYC FOOD- IT’S TIME FOR COMFORT FOOD!: Salmon Cakes

These salmon patties are flaky, tender and so flavorful. The crisp edges and big bites of flaked salmon are the hallmark of these salmon patties. They are the real deal! It’s no wonder these salmon cakes have been so popular. Continue reading

1/8/17 O&A NYC DANCE: Arthur Mitchell And Anna Kisselgoff Discuss Agon And More

Arthur Mitchell discusses Agon with New York Times dance critic Anna Kisselgoff. Also bonus clip of Diane Adams and Arthur Mitchell in Agon pas de deux.  Continue reading

1/7/18 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers- Moanin’ (1958)

Moanin’ stands as one of the archetypal hard bop compositions and albums of the era, for the intensity of Blakey’s drumming and the work of Morgan, Golson and Timmons, and for its combination of old-fashioned gospel and blues influences with a sophisticated modern jazz sensibility. The album was identified by jazz critic Scott Yanow  as one of the 17 Essential Hard Bop Recordings.  Continue reading

1/7/18 O&A NYC DANCE: Agon- New York City Ballet (1960)

Agon– the complete ballet with the original cast featuring Diana Adams, Todd Bolender, Jillana,  Arthur Mitchell, Richard Rapp, Francia Russell, Roy Tobias, and Violette Verdy.  Continue reading

1/7/18 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Anthony Brown & group therAPy – Trust In You

Anthony Brown is a brilliant singer, songwriter, choir director and vocal arranger with writing credits for songs recorded by Maurette Brown Clark and Stephen Hurd along with being the vocal director for BET s Celebration of Gospel for 2006 & 2007. Continue reading

1/6/18 O&A NYC FOOD- SUNDAY BRUNCH : Seafood Spaghetti (Tallarines Con Mariscos)

Seafood spaghetti, known as tallarines con mariscos or tallarin marinero in Latin America, is a perfect example of the fusion of Italian food in Latin America. This easy dish is the perfect stay at home Sunday brunch. Continue reading

1/6/18 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WaleStylez: The Congo Dandies: living in poverty and spending a fortune to look like a million dollars

“La Sape” is a unique movement based in Congo that unites fashion-conscious men who are ready to splurge money they don’t really have on designer clothes. Dressing in stark contrast with their surroundings, these elegant ambiance-makers become true local celebrities… but this fame comes at a price. Continue reading