2/27/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez BLACK HISTORY MONTH SONG OF THE DAY: Sade – The Sweetest Taboo

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

The Sweetest Taboo by Sade is taken from her second album Promise (1985).  While the song peaked at #31 on the UK Singles Chart, it fared considerably better in the United States, where it reached #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1986, remaining in the Top 40 for 13 weeks. Continue reading

2/25/17 O&A NYC WITH GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Newen Afrobeat feat. Seun Kuti & Cheick Tidiane Seck – Opposite People

Oluseun Anikulapo Kuti, born on January 11,1983 in Lagos, Nigeria, commonly known as Seun Kuti, a Nigerian musician, and the youngest son of legendary afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti. Seun leads his father’s former band Egypt 80. Continue reading

2/23/17 O&A NYC WITH THROWBACK THURSDAY SONG OF DAY: Barry White – Practice What You Preach

Practice What You Preach, the number-one R&B single by singer Barry White from his 1994 album The Icon Is Love. The hit song spent three weeks at number-one on the R&B chart and reached 18 on the pop chart.The 1994 single also won a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Song of the Year. Continue reading

2/23/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez Nike Unveils 2017 Air Max Day Sneaker Releases

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Nike’s Air Max Day holiday celebration is one month away, and fanatics of visible Air will be treated with one of the most wonderful sneaker release line-ups. Continue reading

2/21/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez BRAWL: Fighting Over Limited Edition Supreme Metrocards

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

There’s no limit to what Supreme fans will do to own one of their branded pieces, even a simple Metro Card. It is pretty cool to own an iconic emblem of the city with a fashionable twist. But too fight over a metro card because its a collaboration with a skateboard brand is foolish.  Continue reading

2/21/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: KENZO “Music Is My Mistress”, A Film By Kahlil Joseph

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Tracee Ellis Ross and Jesse Williams celebrate black artists and activists in Kenzo’s new film. After first teasing a new fashion film to accompany the print images for their Spring/Summer 2017 campaign last month, KENZO creative directors Humberto Leon and Carol Lim have finally shared the full visual with the world. Continue reading

2/17/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez SONG OF THE DAY: Solange – Cranes In The Sky

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Cranes in the Sky is a song by Solange. Released on October 5, 2016 by Saint Records and Columbia Records, it is the first single from Solange’s third album, A Seat at the Table. The song was written by Raphael Saadiq and Solange, and produced by Sir Dylan along with Raphael Saadiq and Solange. Continue reading

2/16/17 O&A WITH WaleStylez SONG OF THE DAY: Neon Indian – Slumlord Rising

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Neon Indian is an electronic music band from Denton, Texas.The music is composed by Mexican-born Alan Palomo (born July 24, 1988), who is also known for his work with the band Ghosthustler, and as the solo artist VEGA. Continue reading

2/16/17 O&A WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Nike SF-AF1 Is Releasing In Desert Camouflage

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Air Force 1 remix is releasing soon in camouflage prints. Designed by Ben Kirschner, the Nike SF-AF1 draws in inspiration from tactical military gear, namely the SFB Boot that is in use by the military today. Continue reading

2/16/17 O&A WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Public School x Air Jordan 12 Will Re-Release Pop-Up Location In New York City

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Public School is re-releasing its highly-coveted Air Jordan 12 collaboration from last year. Honoring PSNY’s latest apparel collaboration with the Jumpman, the shoe will be available at its 220 Hudson Street pop-up location on February 16, 2017. Limited quantities will be available for $300. Continue reading