Music
Listen: Kali Uchis ‘Only Girl’
Kali Uchis' "Only Girl" featuring Vince Staples and The Internet's Steve Lacy debuts today. "This was a lot of fun to make," Uchis says of the track. "I don't collab often, but the hook popped into my head as soon as I heard Kaytranada's beat and I knew Steve was perfect for it. Vince is one of my favorite rappers so...
Battle of the sexes
This is a all out variety show battle Ladies control the first half, men control the second half. Who will steal the night.Repping team Venus Felicity Ethnic Glenda Jaxon Kayleigh Loudmouth Lewis Live PA by Princess Nyah DJ Lady ST + BlondyRepping team Mars Kane Brown Funmbi Mr Cee Live PA by Stylo G DJ'S Big Business.Plus a ladies vs men dance off. Dutty wine vs Passa Passa. Jerk...
Exclusive Interview: Dermot Kennedy talks the Irish Music scene and what actually happened at the Olympia in Dublin
I was lucky enough to sit down with Dermot Kennedy at his VEVO video shoot in London last week and chat about his view on the Irish music scene taking off. Dermot, a singer from Ireland recently caught our attention when he was picked by VEVO as one of their 2018 DSCVR acts! DSCVR last year acts previously included Jorja...
Head Fake vs Dub Fu Masters drop self-titled Deep House/ Techno EP
Retro 80's new wave band Head Fake is remixed by London-based Deep House/Dub artists Dub Fu Masters! This is an incredibly exciting release and a really fun concept that explores mass appeal by deliberately catering to the tastes of most pop and dance music fans whilst also creating something incredibly original. This epic EP is definitely worth checking out, the...
Bad Expressions releases latest album ‘The Capsized Disguise’
Experimental and eclectic, 'The Capsized Disguise' is the latest album to come from Alternative Hip-Hop artist Bad Expressions. Written over the course of a year, Bad Expressions says it was a tough album to put together, but hard work and determination have paid off! Inspired by the problems he has perceived on the internet, 'The Capsized Disguise' is Bad Expressions'...
Szjerdene-is a name that you need to get onto.
Living in Amsterdam but originally from Stoke Newington, Szjerdene is a name that you need to get onto. Admittedly it was only early this year I became acquainted with her after hearing her feature on the emotionally stirring Closure by that most mercurial of UK producers Lapalux. While of courser Lapalux's production was seamless (I am a great fan)...
Introducing: Who Is SoundGirl?
When it comes to breaking into the music industry, it can be a very tough job. However SoundGirl in their debut video ‘Don’t Know Why’ strut their stuff on one of the best Caribbean islands – Barbados – without a care in the world. Waving the flag for UK talent, they’ve already toured with the likes of heartthrob Justin...
MTV Brand New announce 2015 shortlist @mtvmusicuk
Becky Hill, George the Poet, James Bay, Krept and Konan, Melissa Steel, Nothing But Thieves, Saint Raymond, Sinead Harnett, Sunset Sons, Years and Years all on the MTV Brand New shortlist.The MTV Brand New 2015 shortlist features the ten biggest acts set to take the industry and charts by storm next year. These are the UK acts ready to dominate the scene next year. Public voting to decide the winner of...
FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD… @YELLOWSUK
Yellows, 21 year old North London rapper and creator of ‘Cake’ ft. Paigey Cakey, speaks to Flavourmag ahead of the release of his new EP, ‘No Ego’, on 22 September 2014. Tell me a bit about yourself… I’m a rapper from North London 21 years old. I’ve been making music since the age of 13, when I came across Always Recording,...
Destiny’s Child Super Bowl Tracklisting Out In The Open?
Moving on from her Inaugural lip syncing fiasco, the set list for Beyonce and Destiny's Child Superbowl reunion performance has been revealed. According to Us Weekly, the singer will perform her hit ‘Crazy in Love’ during a solo set to kick off the show. Halfway through, she will then be united with Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams to sing a...
Winners announced for Brit Asia Music Awards
Birmingham’s Symphony Hall opened its doors to the colossal sounds of the Brit Asia Music Awards on Sunday night, with spectacular performances and appearances from the biggest names from the world of British Asian music.Mr Hardeep Singh Kohli was hosting the night’s proceedings and entertained the audience to fits of laughter before introducing the crème de la crème of...
Interview: Rebecca Ferguson Finds ‘Freedom’ In Wake Of Despair
Picking up the pieces and gluing the broken shards of a shattered confidence usually takes a long period of time, but while recording her new album, ‘Freedom,’ Rebecca Ferguson took her own advice to heart: “I have only got one life and I need to enjoy it and stop being upset.” The positive advice also goes hand in hand...
Multi-Instrumentalist Taylor Mack Set to Release Debut EP ‘Rocket & Anchor’
Singer-songwriter Taylor Mack has announced the release of his exciting debut EP ‘Rocket & Anchor’. The 5-track EP features an eclectic mix of singer-songwriter acoustic songs and feel good party tunes, whilst maintaining a distinct and fluent style throughout.After spending 5 years perfecting his style and artistry and searching for the perfect producer, Taylor is ready to launch his career...
Sydney MC Needham wants to spread confidence with his latest release ‘Watch Me’
Emerging Sydney MC Needham has released a new single spreading confident vibes dubbed ‘Watch Me.’ Needham’s music is direct, punchy and energetic, with a charismatic flow. His single ‘Watch Me’ is about every day struggles that are faced coming up in today’s scene and the difficulty of trying to get noticed when there are so many others around you.With Needham’s...
Knight and Day – Exclusive Premiere Video
Here's the London premiere of new action comedy Knight and Day, starring Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz.You probably saw the two stars on yesterday's Top Gear show, but now you can watch them again including director James Mangold as they talk about this comedy-spy-thriller film.http://www.player.filmtrailer.com/v3.4/player.swfFilm Trailers by Filmtrailer.com courtesy of Upbeat.
Merry Christmas To All Our Readers, And A Happy New Year
We would like to wish every one of our readers a very merry Christmas. Enjoy yourselves, but remember, all things in moderation (that’s especially for all you ravers!) It is with great pleasure and excitement to see so many of you visiting the site, and we are ecstatic to see so many contributing too, with comments and posts. We've really enjoyed...
Ricky Dillon talks Snoop Dogg, books and living in LA
I sat down with World- famous youtuber, Ricky Dillon to talk about his new book and his recent collaboration with Snoop Dogg on his new album ‘Gold’. Can you tell me about your book?R- it’s basically like my life story mixed in with fun challenges within the book for the readers to do and hashtags for them to share on...
Exclusive Interview: JC Stewart tells us what it takes to be a professional ‘Sad Boy’
Tipped by big names in music in the shape of Niall Horan and Lewis Capaldi, rising star JC Stewart is set to be the next big thing. On his fourth night of residency at The Islington in London, I caught up with JC to talk about his new track 'Pick Up Your Phone'. We're loving your new track ‘Pick Up Your...
HiL releases latest album ‘Flamingo Isle’
With an eclectic sound from Pop Rock to R&B to Hip Hop 'Flamingo Isle' is the new album to come from Texas-based artist HiL. Covering the feeling of Desire, 'Flamingo Isle' is a dynamic and expansive 9 track album that expertly shows off HiL's talent for songwriting and performing. Drawing his influence from Prince and Earth Wind and Fire, there...
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...
Eliza Doolittle
Female artists are running the British Pop scene right now and the stars of tomorrow are looking just as bright. Eliza Doolittle is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter who is as pleasant and cheerful as she is talented. Her ability to inject colourful joy into her music leaves listeners with a real spring in their step. As Eliza takes a walk down...
R1 Hackney Weekend – Day 1
With Kanye West, M.I.A and Rihanna joining Jay-Z as surprise guests during his headline performance at BBC Radio 1’s Hackney Weekend the biggest surprise of them all was his beautiful wife Beyonce in the mosh pit during his set.The singer who was at Hackney Weekend with her sister Solange Knowles really came alive at the front of the stage...
Electronic rapper Ley Landon releases latest single ‘Team’
A baddie anthem fit for the runway, 'Team' is the new single from Brisbane electronic rapper Ley Landon. 'Team' was inspired by LeyLandon's fierce squad full of strong personalities, and the recording process made him feel beyond confident, a feeling that is integral to this track. Its heavy beat makes you feel like you're strutting down a high fashion runway,...
70 Driven Girls, 18 Inspiring Women; Recipe for Success
The atmosphere within the St Matthew Academy building was buzzing with excitement and chatter by so many different, young female students who were united as one on the 31st May, we were given the opportunity that evening to have speed mentoring sessions with countless, inspiring women of different ethnicities. I was incredibly happy knowing that I was chosen to...
Who do you see as a pioneer in the music game?
Whilst at the London leg of the MOBOs tour, an event organised by URBAN DEVELOPMENT & the MOBOs which hit six cities across the UK, I grabbed a few members of the audience to get their say on who they believe is a pioneer in the game! Here’s what they had to say:1. “For me, it’s Tinie, Stryder, Chipmunk...
Flavour DJ Council: DJ Candy
Like a butterfly in the ointment DJ Candy is one of a growing number of female djs showing the guys that you do not have to have a “y” chromosome to be rated. A Law graduate and a model she played her part as one member of...
Spark: A flash of inspiration
Holding performance credentials from a very young age appears to be the backstory of many artists these days. With a need to sing, dance or act instilled in them since they were born, this is a time when talents are finally being realised by the world. And new music sensation Spark’s story isn’t dissimilar, but she’s clearly a young...
Bizarre star baby names…
The Beckham’s have introduced their new born girl Harper Seven to the world and their name choice has received mixed reviews to say the least. After years of hoping for a daughter to add to their family of 3 young sons, you’d think that they would be less alternative in their name choice, but like many stars before them they’ve...