Win tickets to Wiley and Tinie Tempah live in concert
BIG LIVE & FLAVOUR MAGAZINE PRESENT THE BIG FEST The UK's Number one UK Talent Showcase featuring the best artists that the UK has to offer.A new annual event bringing you chart topping artist's all performing the biggest hits under one roof for ONE NIGHT ONLY. This all takes place @ The West Midlands Wolverhampton Civic Hall, from 7pm till 10pm. Then we...
Damon Dash relaunches Roc-A-Fella
Damon Dash is going to relaunch the Roc-A-Fella hip hop label after signing a distribution deal with Universal Music's Island Def Jam division. Universal now owns the Roc-A-Fella label which was originally set up by Dash, Jay-Z and Kareem 'Biggs' Burke in 1996.Mr Z will not be involved in the next generation of Roc-A-Fella, though Dame Dash says he'd...
Flavour’s editor Annika Allen presents on Reach 87.7FM
Catch Flavour Magazine’s editor Annika Allen on Reach 87.7FM this weekend presenting The Flavour Show.The show will go out each and every Saturday for the next 3 weeks starting this Saturday 8th May 2010 beginning at 11.30am.On the first show hear chart topping sounds from the likes of Tinie Tempah and Young Money along with a discussion on the...
Win a pair of tickets to the premier and after party of PIMP starring Danny Dyer
Win tickets to see the movie and mingle with the cast of Pimp at a star studded after party on Wednesday 19th May 2010. With Danny Dyer and Robert Cavanah leading the cast, Pimp a film about a week in the life of a Soho pimp is a must see.The movie sees Stanley (Danny Dyer) working for Soho pimp,...
Win Tickets to the UK premiere of StreetDance 3D
Win Tickets to the UK premiere of StreetDance 3D In Cinemas 21 May To celebrate the May 21st release of the world’s first ever 3D dance film, featuring appearances from Britain’s Got Talent stars George Sampson, Flawless and Diversity, we have joined forces with Vertigo films to give away a pair of tickets to attend the world premiere on the 10th...
Sky1 is looking for the next Jay-Z, Rihanna, JLS or The Saturdays
Sky1 is looking for the next Eminem, Lily Allen, Kings of Leon, Take That or Vanessa Mae. From Plan B to The Beatles, Kanye West to Keith Urban, Miles Davis to Michael Buble, AC/DC to Arctic Monkeys, Jamie Cullum to Katherine Jenkins. Whether you’re an eight-year-old beat-boxer, a huge gospel choir, a rock group or grime mc looking for...
Kissing Frogs part 1
Until 2 days ago, I would have thought there were few things more excruciating than walking into a bar and presenting yourself to a complete stranger for his analysis on your level of attractiveness/girlfriend potential. I have since realised that there IS something more embarrassing than that and that’s walking into a train. Literally.I’m Zowie Edwards, and I have...
Actor: Wil Johnson interview
Flavour chats to actor Wil Johnson who plays Byron in new Brit flick Pimp. The movie also features distinguished British actors Billy Boyd and Danny Dyer and is directed by Robert Cavanah.How did you enjoy your role as Byron for Pimp?I did a movie over 10 years ago, called Babymother, in the film I played a reggae artist called...
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...
Vote for Ahmed Sirour to win Eric Roberson’s remix comp
At the end of 2009 soul singer and songwriter Eric Roberson set the challenge for his producing and remixing fans to remix yhe song that he was up for a Grammy award for, "A Tale Of Two" featuring Michelle Thompson and Ben Brown.Flavour journalist/musician and producer Ahmed Sirour entered the competition. They received over 250 remix submissions and after...
Check out Lil J’s song London Girl
Lil J's brand new video for "London Girl" is released May 16th 2010. His single has already earned plays on BBC 1xtra / Capital Radio. Originally hailing from Long Beach, California, Lil' J started rapping at age 5 and has been pretty much entertaining ever since. He built a massive, worldwide teen-fan base while on the hit Disney Show...
Win Tickets To The Biggest Festival In The UK For Unsigned Artists!
If you’re looking for a festival that’s a bit different this year, then look no further than Live and Unsigned. For festival goers who want to hear fresh, new music then the L&U Festival has to be the definitive choice because it’s offering something unique - it’s all about presenting and supporting unsigned, original music in the UK.There’ll be...
The winners are announced for the 1st annual TV Collective awards
On Thursday 22nd April BBC’s Brenda Emmanus and Channel 4 news anchorman Khrisnan Guru Murthy will hosted an evening at Bafta which shone the spotlight on the very best diverse talent.This event is the first of its kind and a culmination of weeks of voting by over a 1000 members, supporters and friends of the TV Collective; a non-profit...
Sandra Bullock reveals divorce and new baby
Sandra told People she has filed for divorce, adding "I'm sad and I am scared" - though she does not reveal where the petition was filed. She says she had no idea about Jesse's infidelity.She also reveals that she's adopted a 3 1/2 month old boy named Louis Bardo Bullock and though she and Jesse started the adoption process...
Blaque singer Natina Reed arrested for cocaine possession
Do you remember Left Eye's cute rnb girl group Blaque? Bloggers alleged that Natina Reed from the group was arrested in Georgia recently for cocaine possession and prostitution.Natina Reed, 29, formerly of the group Blaque, was arrested on April 13, 2010 in Gwinnett County, Georgia and charged with cocaine possession, disorderly conduct, and prostitution.Other than being a member of...
FREDDY McGREGOR & BARRINGTON LEVY LIVE IN CONCERT
UPRISING is an Exclusive Concert Festival. When the promoters where doing their market research into the most popularly demanded artists that the UK Reggae Fans wanted to see in concert, 4 names kept popping up… FREDDY McGREGOR, BARRINGTON LEVY, COCOA TEA & STEVIE FACE. The first three are iconic reggae ambassadors, Freddy McGregor is an internationally acclaimed, Grammy Nominated Singer, Songwriter....
What do you think of Giggs & Devlin’s new joint?
Two of the UK's hottest rappers Giggs and Devlin have hooked up for their single Shot Music. I like Giggs' lyrical content because he's telling a story however, I'm not sure his quiet laid back flow works over this beat. However, Devlin's style brings the energy to the track so combined together I think that's what makes it work....
What does Usher’s album name mean?
Ok, so I predicted that Usher would be back with a vengeance in 2010 why back when. It’s even in my interview in Company Magazine. Like I said divorce was good for him. I love OMG, Lil Freak, shoot I love the majority of the tracks on Raymond vs. Raymond. I had to laugh when I read that Usher...
An exclusive interview with director Geo Santini
With unlimited skill in film making, Geo Santini has taken the film industry by storm. Shooting his latest film Hotel California in just 19 days, Geo Santini shows dedication and focus in all that he does. Soon to be shooting a Halloween thriller which will be his first written script, Geo Santini is definitely the film maker to look...
Jagged Edge plan to still sing when they’re old and grey
It was a clear Sunday afternoon when I caught up with two of the lads from one of the longest standing, R&B groups of all time, Jagged Edge. To say I was excited would be a major understatement…I love these guys! I met Wingo & Kyle in their swanky Docklands hotel for a quick catch up to find out...
From Boyhood to Manhood Foundation charity race
If your New Year's resolutions include getting fit and helping make a difference by doing something for a charity. Your dedication will help us to raise fund and support From Boyhood to Manhood Foundation’s projects. FBMF’s aims and objectives are to transform the lives of disadvantaged and disaffected young people. The advancement of education, training or retraining, particularly among...
Paul Cartwright the UK Hitch
Become the ultimate Casanova with the help of the Black Book Consultancy an organization helping men all over the UK to conquer their women troubles. Flavour journo Mandy Temple had the pleasure of speaking to love guru and the consultancy founder Paul Cartwright.The newly launched ‘charm school’ offers a unique and worthwhile service guaranteed to turn any frog into...
Sold Out: Capital FM’s Summertime Ball starring Usher, Rhianna, JLS and more
Pixie Lott, Chipmunk and Usher are some of the acts that are on the phenomenal line up that have helped to sell out the 95.8 Capital FM Summertime Ball with ASOS.com – the online fashion store. Now you can only win tickets by tuning into the station. World famous stars flying in from around the for the event include:...
Up close with the talented poet Suli Breaks
Flavour has a chat with Poet Suli Breaks.How long have you been writing poetry? I’ve been writing and performing poetry for almost 3 years now.What made you start? It was kind of a challenge I took upon myself, I was asked to take part in a black history month cultural show. I had to figure out a way in which I...
The music industry is now hearing True Tiger roar
After years of underground fame True Tiger are dominating the mainstream with their “Garage Grime and Dubstep Beats”They are one of the biggest UK street music label’s releasing music since 2004. Consisting of West London artist; Purple, producers Scandalous Unltd, Misty Dubs, Duncan Powell, Paul Fynn, Blue Bear, Sukh Knight & fusion producers Swara Sound.True Tiger has also created...
Centurion review
Centurion - directed by Neil Marshall displays a simplified gladiatorial storyline of courageous Legion - Ninth who embark on a journey to conquer the savage Picts. The Scottish moors and hilly scenery depicts that of the eerie Shakespearean tale Macbeth, and puts forth such intense sword swishing, and slicing of fleshy limbs in bloody battles, that it becomes overwhelmingly...
Streetdance 3D review
At first glance, some might dismiss this film as yet another in an endless procession of generic, dance-themed movies. Admittedly, the plot is somewhat familiar, however this is the UK’s first streetdance movie and it has the added bonus of being in 3D.Streetdance is a 90 minute rollercoaster blending awe-inspiring dance routines with a tale of friendship and love,...
5 Roll Deep Swagga Muffin t-shirts to giveaway
To celebrate the release of Roll Deep's 'Good Times' single Flavour has 5 'Swagga Muffin' T Shirts to giveaway. As you can see in the picture the T Shirts are modelled by the band and all you have to do to win one is simply write SWAGGA MUFFIN in the box below and winners will be contacted.‘Good Times’...
Support Number 1 Chart Topping Artist TINIE TEMPAH @ Cordless Live 28th May
Its Simple, Collect The Most Votes. Feature On The Cordless Show. Support Tinie Tempah The Cordless Show People's Vote gives you the opportunity to perform on the Cordless Show and present your talent to the world. But we have gone one stage further for the next People's Vote, the winner will also be supporting UK chart topping act...
newBRAN community fun day and football tournament
newBRAN Community Fun day and Football Tournament take place on Sunday May 23rd @ Kennington Park Astro Turf.Parents and children are set to enjoy themselves in the sack races, egg and spoon race, face painting alongside the football at this family fun-filled event.DJs Steve Clark (Choice), Reggie Styles (Sony) and Coldsteps are just some of the DJs that will...