The First Lady Christmas Fayre 28/11/10
On 28th November 2010 Kenema & Co and Inspirational YOU are organising a Christmas shopping experience called, 'The First Lady'. This must attend event will take place at the Queen of Hoxton, 1-5 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3JX, United Kingdom on Sunday 28th November.This is an inclusive open house event that promotes and supports products, goods and services designed...
Stars to grace BEFFTA Awards 2010
The second annual prestigious (Black Entertainment, Film, Fashion, Television and Arts) BEFFTA awards is set to take place in the Black History Month at Central Hall Westminster, London, on 30th October with a host of African, Caribbean and Asian personalities within entertainment, film, fashion, television and arts in attendance.The glamorous and black tie unique award ceremony that celebrates the...
Relentless Freeze Festival
Mark Ronson, I Blame Coco, Roni Size, New Young Pony Club, Pendulum, Hadouken! and more are all set to perform after some of the worlds best Skiers and Snowboarders compete on the 32m jump.Relentless Freeze Festival (formerly London Freeze), the UK’s biggest winter sports and music event, returns to London following its success in attracting over 20,000 to Battersea...
Lemar supporting Mary J Blige UK Tour
Soul superstar Lemar has been revealed as the support act for Mary J Blige’s official UK tour next month. The two times BRIT award winner and four times MOBO award winner is extremely excited about the opportunity saying “I’ve always respected her . She’s the queen of the R&B / soul movement and it will be an honour to...
Win tickets to Sleek presents Flavour Live – Kojo, Loick Essien, Selah, Moonlight & Lioness Live – OCTOBER 14th
Kojo the Comedian, Loick Essien, Selah, Lioness, Moonlight, J Auburn & Kof headline the October 14th edition of Sleek presents Flavour Live at Sway Bar, Holborn. Sleek presents Flavour Live at Sway Date: 14TH October 2010 Venue: Sway Restaurant, Bar and Club Location: 61-64 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5BZ Entry: £10 on the door, £5 on the guest list. To get on the...
See Kindred the Family Soul live!
We are giving away a pair of tickets for one lucky reader to see Kindred the Family Soul perform live in Birmingham (HMV Institute) or London (Jazz Cafe) on the 25th and 26th November.Kindred the Family Soul are a vocal duo from Philadelphia consisting of husband and wife Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon. Dantzler was born in Philadelphia and...
Industry Takeover arrives in Shoreditch
Industry Takeover Music Seminar & Showcase is back to empower the next generation of emcees, singers, DJs and young music industry professionals. Part 3 of the Industry Takeover series launches on Thursday 7th October at the Rich Mix, Shoreditch.Now in its third year, Urban Development in association with Rich Mix, will be ‘taking over' the multi-media arts complex in...
Win tickets to Dru Hill and Blackstreet at IndigO2
Don't miss your chance to see the one-off show with some of the best old school artist in todays music industry, Dru Hill and Blackstreet. Having conquered the US & had worldwide, Dru Hill have a huge UK fan base and will take the stage at IndigO2 to show all how talented they are.With Sisqo just completing a successful...
Become a MOBO V.I.P!
This competition is for the most passionate music fan out there. The awesome prize is the opportunity to work on a music video with Luke Biggins, who has previously created videos for Dizzee Rascal and Estelle. On top of that, the winner will get VIP tickets to the MOBOs, which include red carpet entrance, pre-show reception and after party.So......
Fundraising event against knife crime
Did you know that in London knife crime happens every 50 minutes? At least 21 teenagers have been killed so far this year alone.In memory of Isschan Nicholls and Jimmy Mizen, The F.A.C.T Showcase (Families Against Crime Together) will be a live event promoting awareness of the impact of knife crime in the community. Taking place on Saturday 16th...
Win tickets to see Arrested Development perform live at Barbican Hall
Arrested Development: The warriors of rhythm are back with a brand new show on Wednesday 13 October, 7.30pm at Barbican Hall, London.The double Grammy-winning hip-hop group, who were the vanguards of the 90s hip hop/pop crossover with hits Mr. Wendal and People Everyday are back in the UK in support of their new album Strong.With their special concoction of...
Guvna B headed for MOBO success
The talented Guvna B recently spearheaded the nominations for the 2010 MOBO Awards ‘Best Gospel Act’ category. The 21-year-old musician whose latest achievements include headlining at the world famous Indig02 has set way for many in the UK Gospel scene as gospel makes its indelible mark in the mainstream arena.The independent release of his album ‘The Narrow Road’...
London Fashion Week with Mary Bello
Mirror Mirror On The Wall Who’s The Trendiest Of Them ALL?! Our LFW Low down will tell you!For a bone fide London living, fashion feasting, style stalking journalist like Mary Bello, London Fashion Week is a magical five day period where dressing with aplomb and getting papped like a celebrity, whilst sitting open mouthed front row at fashion shows...
BBC Radio 1Xtra Live
Some of the leading names in UK Urban music came together in full force last night (Sat 25th), for the third BBC Radio 1Xtra Live event at Wembley Arena.The night was hosted by legendary Radio 1Xtra DJ Trevor Nelson and his breakfast show co-host Gemma - who kept it very Tyler-Perry-esq in a series of ‘interesting’ outfits and headwear.Tinchy...
Usher OMG Tour to hit UK
Multi-Platinum selling recording artist Usher has announced five arena dates across the country on his OMG Tour in early 2011, kicking off in Manchester on 26th January.The R&B icon will tour the UK for the first time in six years. Following a busy year including mentoring his protégé Justin Bieber, and his recent performance at the MTV Video Music...
Ozwald Boateng – Meet the Boss
From Friday 17 September, Somerset House in England’s capital will host the bi-annual London Fashion Week, an opportunity for top designers from every corner of the globe to display their Autumn/Winter collections on runway shows, and impress buyers with their latest trends.Amongst notable designers like Paul Smith, House of Holland, Mulberry and Adidas by Stella McCartney is Ozwald Boateng,...
Daddy Yankee brings Latin flavour to UK
Latin superstar Daddy Yankee - responsible for the worldwide smash hit ‘Gasonlina’ – will perform his exclusive first ever UK show at the O2 Brixton Academy on October 7th 2010.With four chart-topping albums to his name and more than eight million albums sold, the top-selling Latin artist of the decade has pioneered the Reggaeton sound, bringing the Latin flavour...
Eddie Kadi Makes History at O2
Celebrities Tinie Tempah and N Dubz joined comedian Eddie Kadi on stage at The O2 arena last Saturday.Making history as the first black UK comedian to headline at The O2 arena, Eddie Kadi packed out the venue and energetically entertained the crowds with his quick wit and clean comedy, while interacting with his celebrity filled audience. Demand was so...
Biggest urban music event: 1Xtra Live
Urban music's hottest names have been confirmed to perform at the third ever BBC Radio 1Xtra Live, which this year takes place at London’s Wembley Arena on Saturday 25th September.N-Dubz will headline the biggest free urban music event the UK will see. Tulisa from the band said: “We can't wait for 1Xtra Live....
Britain’s Next Top Model Live at ExCel
The ultimate weekend shopping extravaganza comes to London for the first time Ever – Britain’s Next Top Model Live is here from 22nd – 24th October 2010.Based on the hugely successful international reality TV show - presented by international supermodel Elle McPherson - Britain’s Next Top Model Live is set to be London’s biggest fashion and Beauty...
Win tickets to Circus of Horrors
Flavour are giving away 10 pairs of tickets for the Circus of Horrors showing on Friday 26th November at the IndigO2.Following on on the huge success of The Asylum, & The Day of the Dead show’s The Circus of Horrors has had a major revamp & is back rockin’ & shockin’ with special brand new show created especially to...
Overground Live
London’s premier live music showcase returns on Bank Holiday Sunday 29 August at Rhythm Factory with Overground VIII. The event stars 80s reggae legends Musical Youth, rock stars The Thirst and the lovely and talented Selah will also be performing. DJs Ruff n Tuff and Ziploc City are also amongst the line up.Musical Youth are best known for their...
VIP ticket giveaway to Carnival Friday
To celebrate the release of Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married Too? (in Cinemas September 3rd), Lionsgate and Poison UK have teamed together with Flavour to offer you two VIP tickets to the Carnival Friday event featuring Donaeo, Busy Signal, Kes and more!Why Did I Get Married Too? reunites the same charismatic cast and characters from his hit...
Comedian Eddie Kadi gets comfortable at O2
London comedian Eddie Kadi is living at The O2 for a couple of nights and showcasing what the London venue has to offer. He will be recording his time there in a video blog on eddiekadi.com and will be visited by a number of celebrity friends including Diversity, N Dubz, Lenny Henry and Richard Blackwood.UK Artists Bashy and...
Grand Designs Live Tickets
Grand Designs Live is offering Flavour readers the chance to WIN one of 5 pairs of tickets.Returning for the fifth consecutive year to the Birmingham NEC, the award-winning Grand Designs Live Birmingham is back, showcasing inspirational design, self build, interiors and cutting-edge homewares from the 8th – 10th October 2010.Based on the popular Channel 4 TV series presented...
Summer Live Music Fest
Mcfly, Alesha Dixon, Tinchy Stryder, Chipmunk, The Wanted, Roll Deep, Basshunter and Stacey Solomon form the big line up for this Summer Live Music Fest! The festival is being held at the famous Sandown Park racecourse in Esher, Surrey, which is a direct 15-minute train journey from London Waterloo station. Tickets are available from just £32 per person, with special...
Celebration of Life Concert featuring Aswad
The annual ‘Celebration Of Life Concert’, by the Metropolitan Black Police Association, is bringing together some of the finest names in contemporary music for a night of fantastic entertainment and raising awareness to promote the organisation’s community based anti-violence initiative, Revival.Headlining...
Miss Flavour 2010 competition launched
Award winning youth lifestyle and creative arts publication Flavour Magazine officially begin the search for Miss Flavour 2010! You have so much to offer the world. You’re driven, hard-working and beautiful. You have ideas, plans and goals but how do you let the world know? Through Miss Flavour we seek to celebrate beauty and the diversity of it around Britain...