Cut the Fat: Exercise – Vanity or Life Longevity
Why do some of us pay a regular fee per month for a gym membership, spend a small fortune on training attire, hire a personal trainer, take part in group training or push ourselves to the limits expending blood, sweat and tears on regular basis?Is it down to our wish to feel healthy and live longer or is it...
Win a pair of tickets to Slim in Wonderland
GeeStor Productions in association with The Real Deal Comedy Jam presents SLIM IN WONDERLAND - Danny SLIM Gray's one man comedy show. Britain’s funniest comedian for 1 night only at the Adrian Boult Hall. A hugely successful stand up hero, SLIM is a name on everyone’s lips as the best thing to emerge from the...
Win a copy of the ‘Addicted to Bass’ compilation CD
The Wideboys are back behind the helm fresh off the back of remixing mega superstars such as Black Eyed Peas, Taio Cruz, Far East Movement and with that we issue a WARNING..... EXCESSIVE SOUND LEVELS!The bass scene has never been bigger than it is right now, with a whole range of genres contributing to a sound that continues to...
Funk it Up About Nothin’
You don't usually find the words hip hop and Shakespeare linked together but in the show Funk It Up About Nothin' at Theatre Royal Stratford East this fun mix is sure to put a smile on your face. The show is running from 8 April to 7 May.Created and directed by The Q Brothers Time Out says: "I defy...
Tweetwatch
A round up of the weeks most flavoursome tweets. Who’s been out and about and who’s spreading the love. Let the tweets commence!1. Mr Hudson plans to be forever young. Spent the morning tryna handle my biz. I have the numerical ability of a 5 year old. :( (MrHudson)2. Just to note Fearless, it’s never too late for contact lenses! Just...
Kasha, Incisive, Splurge Boyz, Realz, Heather Jane all performing at Flavour Live 4th May at Sway Bar
KASHA, INCISIVE, MESSY, SPLURGE BOYZ, REALZ, HEATHER JANE, FEM FEL, FIRST PLACE & KING KASH are set to perform at FLAVOUR LIVE on Wednesday 4th MAY 2011.PLUS A SPECIAL DANCE PERFORMANCE BY MISS FLAVOUR 2011 NEETU SAHOTAReturning to SWAY BAR this promises to be a night not to be missed and the perfect way to start step into spring....
Behind the spotlight: Wretch 32 “I count my blessings more than I count my money.”
Flavour's Noel Phillips speaks exclusively to the man of the moment Wretch 32, on he’s rise to fame and his life behind the spotlight.Ahead of the release of his new single Unorthodox which features Example, we caught up with the rising hip hop star to celebrate the recent chart success of his hit single Traktor (by presenting him with...
Watch The Veteran trailer
The Veteran, the latest gritty offering from Revolver Entertainment (The Infidel, Shank, Anuvahood) tackles the issues of violence, drugs and gang culture on a London estate. Starring Toby Kebbell, Brian Cox and Ashley Thomas, the film is released nationwide on April 29th.The Veteran tells the powerful story of retired soldier Robert Miller (Toby Kebbell), returning home from Afghanistan. Living...
Sophia Brown: Standout creations made specially for you
There’s a lot to admire about fashion designer Sophia Brown. She studied Fashion Design at the University for the Creative Arts, completed two certificates in Period Corsetry at the London College of Fashion, and then went to work for two of the UK’s most prestigious couture bridal designers, Wedding Portfolio and Kosibah Creations, as well as honing her craft...
Mike Posner: On the new single, coping with fame and getting his own back…
Having started his music career from the comfort of his university campus just over two years ago, pop newbie, singer, songwriter and producer Mike Posner shows that America does really have talent. After recently flying high with his debut album 31 Minutes To Takeoff, he is fastening his seatbelt for another ride with his second single ‘Please Don’t Go’....
Jeremih: The only way this birthday boy’s going is UP!
US recording artist and producer Jeremih broke into the music industry with a sensual voice that got women all around the world thinking about ‘Birthday Sex’... And now his latest smash hit ‘Down On Me’ is on the tip of our tongues.Oozing with swagger, Jeremih knows what looks good and tells Flavour why he admires 50 Cent, what...
Raphael Saadiq: Keeping it light, with a lot of heart and soul…
When it comes to music producers, there are usually two types: those who make music for the charts, and those who make music from the heart. We’ll let you make your own choices as to which pool is more talented or holds the most credibility. When you have a producer who’s only interested in making real, heartfelt music and...
Amir Khan: With only a taste for winning, the world champ gets smart
World champion Bolton-born boxer Amir Khan stunned his critics last December in a thrilling 12-round Las Vegas debut against Marcos Maidana. The 24-year-old WBA light-welterweight champion of the world has already lined up his next opponent – Paul McCloskey. Flavour catches up with Khan in LA on the eve of his return to training.‘After my win in Mandalay Bay...
Amacoast DVD competition
Amacoast.com is a UK retailer, bringing you more than 2,500 DVDs spread across more than 30 categories. It features a variety of brilliant African American actors, writers, directors and producers, such as Gabrielle Union, Chris Rock, Morris Chestnut, Vivica Fox, Tyler Perry and Spike Lee.Amacoast.com is a platform for the many thousands of Black films that portray broader, more...
SwiftKnight
It was an amazing experience to get in touch with composer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Swift Knight. He is set to bring originality to the forefront of his table this year. Being hard working- determined and having a great PR at his right hand has assured him the exposure and props that one deserves. “ I am finally ready to do...
Cut the Fat: Time to get your Summer Body
The Sun has finally come and that means summer is fast approaching, time to get fit for the summer. This is the time for me as a Personal Trainer where it gets really busy with the last minute rush to get beach body fit for holiday season, the gym is already filling up and not that I’m complaining but...
Come and celebrate AVIT Clothing’s 5th birthday
British streetwear label AVIT Clothing is celebrating its 5th birthday in style with an exclusive fashion show and an all star line of performances by UK hip hop dance champions Peridot, grime MC Kozzie, rapper Snakeyman, top female emcee Lioness, Asian rnb and hip hop sensation Mumzy Stranger, Bushkin, one third of the Heartless Crew plus many more.The event...
Download Amina Bryant’s mixtapes
Singer Amina Bryant drops her new mixtape, Back To The Future, hosted by CJ Beatz.Introducing Back To The Future, a musical journey showcasing Amina Bryant’s past and present influences, inspirations and original works. This body of work is crafted for real music lovers with a charming blend of rich musical influences featuring surprising marriages between artists and genres.The 25...
Actor Aml Ameen set to launch entertainment company
April 13th sees the official launch of award winning British actor Aml Ameen’s company ‘AmeenDream Entertainment’ at the prestigious home of leading UK film body BAFTA.The bourgeoning innovative film and television production company was set up by Aml in 2009, with a clear mission to deliverstories that entertain, provoke thought and inspire, as well as providing alternative representations of...
See Chipmunk, Roll Deep plus more live & for free at a music seminar
Rhythm of London in association with Small Green Shoots presents Access All Areas an exclusive FREE music seminar for 16-25’s showcasing a varied cross section of music genres that make London the worlds leading live performance city. This will be the first event of its kind held in The Chamber at City Hall, giving young people access to the...
Four Kornerz concert
Multi-award winning all-brother band Four Kornerz are set to release their new single Superstar on Monday 2 May, 2011.This is the band’s first officially release since their ground-breaking independent album release Soulectric (2007) which included the hit singles Clap Clap and Gonna Make It.The London based-quartet will feature the new song alongside sneak-peeks at other material from a forth-coming...
Win tickets to U Got Jokes
Fun-filled comedy event U Got Jokes returns to film their fifth DVD at IndigO2 on April 30 and you can win tickets, Champagne, a U Got Jokes goody bag and some Strawberries & Cream through a reverse auction.U Got Jokes returns for a night of comedy and music at London’s IndigO2 on Saturday April 30 with performances from Fumbi...
Tweetwatch
A round up of the weeks most flavoursome tweets. Who’s making a stand and who’s setting the record straight. Let the tweets commence!1. Let’s hope Soulja Boy kept his LOL smiley face on. Just ordered some food and dude freaked out when i opened the door haha "omg soulja boy i know you get this all the time" droppin shit...
Win Raphael Saadiq’s new album
To celebrate the release of Raphael Saadiq, ‘Stone Rollin’ on April 4th 2011 via Columbia Records, we are offering 4 lucky readers the chance to win a copy of the Grammy Awards winning singer, songwriter and record producer’s 3rd album.Featuring ten tracks, Stone Rollin’ is the follow up to Saadiq’s 2008 solo album The Way I See It, which...
J in the A
Flavour columnist Julie Huie-Martin gives us the lowdown on her life as a Brit living it up in Atlanta, GA.There was a lot of competitive spirit in the air a few months ago when the Super Bowl took place. I’ve never really had much interest in American sports mostly because they don’t really make much sense (football being case...
Dirty Danger-‘ I aint rich yet’ review
As an old- school follower of the team that Dirty danger emerged from entitled ‘Ruff Squad’ I was more than excited to hear his new CD. ‘ I aint rich yet’ began with an old skit displaying Dirty Danger’s primary lyrics and ancient flows- it already set the mood and enabled me to get comfortable as the tracks began...
Cut the Fat: Training Buddy
Everyone experiences those days where you just don’t have the motivation to really push yourself in your gym or running session. It’s always good to train with someone who will push you to do that little bit extra who offers you morale support once things start getting tough. Problem is you can never always rely on a friend and...
5 pairs of Free Insidious Movie Tickets to giveaway
The creators of Saw and Paranormal Activity team up to reinvent the haunted-house genre for a new generation with Insidious, paying tribute to such horror classics as The Exorcist, Poltergeist and The Sixth Sense.Renai (Rose Byrne) and her husband Josh (Patrick Wilson) are unpacking boxes in their family’s new home when they first start to sense a sinister presence....
Young & Ambitious: Jessica Elliott
‘Yes, I am living the dream – I’m my own boss and earn a living doing something I love,’ says young entrepreneur Jessica Elliott proudly when asked if the good days in her career outweigh the bad. At only 23, she is the managing director of Dancing After School, a company that provides dance clubs and workshops for schools,...
Drama Forward Ever at the Tabernacle Theatre
Catch22 supporter and script writer, Tara Jayne Manufor has written a musical drama about the issues young people face. The show takes place on Sunday 1 May at the Tabernacle Theatre in Notting Hill and all ticket profits will go to Catch22.The drama, which focuses on one young man who has to make difficult choices about his future, addresses...