K Koke Teams Up With Rita Ora For ‘Lay Down Your Weapons’
Following the release of two incredibly successful mixtapes - 'Pure Koke Volumes 1 and 2', rapper K Koke managed to land a deal with Jay-Z's Roc Nation label His recent single, the fist-thumping hip-hop anthem 'Turn Back', featured Maverick Sabre and now with a little help from Rita Ora, the West Londoner has got another hit on his hands. In...
Flavour catches up with Delilah for a quick chat about the Brits
Running since 1977 the Brits is an institution in itself as the foremost award ceremony recognising ostensibly UK music. In 2013 we are gearing up once again for the pomp, the celebs a few surprises and of course the music. Last year’s winners were no surprise in truth with Adele who has just received a Golden Globe for the...
Flavourmag Live: Kendrick Lamar @kendricklamar @JackFlavourMag
Compton is a city synonymous with hip hop, it is engrained in the genre's culture. You hear Compton and you instantly think of hip hop legends such as Dr Dre, Eazy-E and Ice Cube. In recent years west-coast rap music has had to take a back seat to the more commercially viable sounds from artists like Drake, Kanye West and Nicki Minaj. Que...
Exclusive: Lawson Unveil ‘Learn To Love Again’ Remix
Lawson has released the remix to their new single 'Learn To Love Again', which has been re-worked by Cutmore. Listen below to hear how Cutmore managed to build on the already infectious ballad by adding some energetic array of additional sounds, whilst breathing new life into Lawson’s big vocals. The track is pencilled in as the fourth single from the group’s...
Album Review: A$AP Rocky – Long.Live.A$AP
All hail the self proclaimed "pretty boy." Not only was his outfit "in Vogue," he's finally delivered a diverse but solid debut album effort - 'Long.Live.A$AP'.Unfortunately a vicious leak link meant a mastered copy of his album hit the net a whole month before its January 15 release date. ASAP took it in his stride though and shortly afterwards...
Are Relentless Crew London’s Best Kept Secret?
Relentless Crew (RC) are a diverse British rap group from London. The group consists of three members: Castro, K-O and Odin, who deliver a solid sound and all bring something different to the mix. RC have won UK Unsigned and released single ‘Way With Words’, among others. We catch up with these driven rappers to talk music, inspiration and who to...
Rapper TY signs to Tru Thoughts and releases new single
London based artist rapper Ty, real name Ben Chijioke, is the newest signing to Independent label Tru Thoughts. The label is also home to Rodney P and Riz MC.He says: "It's really nice to feel part of a family of people working to push your music and your dreams, I instantly get the right feeling about Tru Thoughts and...
Lisa Nelson releases debut single ‘Butterfly’
Manchester based singer Lisa Nelson is certain to cement her place as the voice to watch out for with the release of her debut single ‘Butterfly’. The naturally gifted vocalist is guaranteed to blow you away with her velvet voice and inspirational words. Inspired by gospel greats such as Kim Burrell, Yolanda Adams and Kelly Price. The UK has...
Jenn D Returns With New Single ‘You Keep Giving Me Love’
Jenn D has done it again, returning with a single that sounds even bigger than her debut ‘Lose It,’ carrying with it huge crossover appeal and an unforgettable hook. Having picked up fans from Radio 1's Peter Robinson and Huw Stephens - who tipped her as ‘One to watch,’ the hotly tipped Liverpudlian singer now returns with ‘You Keep Giving...
Future Flavours-Bringing it Fresh for January 2013!
Ok so welcome back people I hope you had a great ending of 2012 but facts are facts we are now back to the normal routine and it’s hustle hustle, make moves, make plans and fulfil your ambitions without stepping on anybody of course because you never know when you might need to meet those people again.Please make sure...
Review: Dawn Richard’s Goldenheart out now
Singer Dawn Richard's impressed the world as a member of music groups Diddy-Dirty Money and Danity Kane. She amazed us further as a solo artist with the release of her acclaimed EPs Armor On and Whiteout and jaw-dropping music videos and concepts throughout the last year. Now she is really set to shine with the release of her long-awaited...
Defected records Sam Divine’s music mix will help you move off the mince pies @djsamdivine
DJ Sam Divine is one of dance music’s most influential ladies with epic energy behind the DJ box when it comes to playing her house music sets. With monthly residencies in Naples, Poland and summer-long stints in Ibiza keep her, and dance floors across the UK and Europe, firmly on their toes.She’s also helping to keep people motivated in...
Justin Timberlake new single ‘Suit & Tie’ featuring JAY Z
Justin Timberlake, today released his long-awaited new single, "Suit & Tie featuring JAY Z." For the next 24 hours, fans can either exclusively purchase the song at the iTunes Store or stream the song at the new Myspace at new.myspace.com."Suit & Tie featuring JAY Z" was written by Justin Timberlake, Timbaland, Shawn Carter, Jerome "J-ROC" Harmon and James Flauntleroy...
Exclusive cover by The Voice’s Becky Hill
Remember soulful Becky Hill from The Voice UK? Check out her covering Leona Lewis 'Trouble'.
New talent Shanay Holmes visits BBC 1xtra
Flavour's one to watch! Check out Shanay Holmes interview with CJ Beats on BBC 1xtra. If you like what you hear you can see her performing at Flavour Live on 31st January, the first Flavour Live of 2013!http://bbc.in/13nDrG7
Fugative’s back and he’s O.T.T
When British rapper, songwriter and record producer Fugative first came to our attention he was a 15-year-old school boy with a babyface, big dreams and released music that made huge waves of the UK charts. After a brief hiatus, the rapper whose real name is Harry James Byart is now 18 and speaks with a maturity well beyond his...
Shaun White Teams Up With Stylo G To ‘Tell Em (Bumbac**t)’
London rapper Shaun White emerged at the tail end of last year, to unveil his dancefloor anthem ‘Tell Em (Bumbac**t)’ featuring Stylo G. The club banger has already notched up over 7,000 views and has even been play listed on various stations inlcuding BBC 1Xtra. Take a listen above to the rap and dancehall fist-thumping crossover.
Exclusive FREE Download from Sam Garrett @samgarrettmusic
Sam Garrett has launched a brand spanking new track called STAND MY GROUND, produced by Jake Gosling, this is probably Sam's biggest track to date. Sam has given Flavourmag readers a limited FREE download of this track, so hurry as once it reaches the download limit, it will end.Check out the track belowAnd you can download it right here:http://socialunlock.com/samgarrettmusic/limited-free-downloadLook...
Mark Hill Unveils New Track ‘He Loves Me’ Featuring Terri Walker
Mark Hill, ex- member of Artful Dodger has premiered his latest track featuring Terri Walker.The producer released 'He Loves Me', which sees him teaming up with UK soul diva Mz Walker, on his official soundcloud page.The head-banging track - is the latest cut from his upcoming EP ‘Unfinished Business’, which is out later this year.Listen to 'He Loves Me'...
Tyler James ‘Worry About You’ ft Kano video & pics
Talented singer Tyler James has had a busy year since his appearance on BBC 1’s The Voice with the legendary Will.i.am as his mentor. He went on to sign a record deal with Universal/Island Records and spent the summer collaborating with the likes of Jamie Woon, Fraser T Smith and Black Eyed Peas' Will.i.am, as well as having a...
Video: Mike delinquent project featuring KCat & Mikill Pane ‘Mama Said’
Mama Said is another behemoth garage inspired track from Mike Delinquent Project. The UK urban beacon continues to introduce an eclectic list of collaborators with this latest smash featuring KCAT (pronounced cat) and the highly original Mikill Pane, combining to divine success. Following the widespread tastemaker success of Party's Over Here and superb RotD featured debut Step In The...
‘London Girl’ Lush Announce New ‘Double A-Side’ Single
Often compared to Janet Jackson, the all round talented singer-rapper-songwriter Lush lives up to her status as a forceful entertainer. She was recently flown out to perform at the New Year Show in Freetown, Sierra Leone alongside UK rap sensation Sway and the Vice President of Universal/Def Jam Records, who described her as "the second coming of Michael Jackson." So now...
Vote for your favourite act to win £2500 worth of promotion with Ditto Music & Flavour
Hundreds of music acts and groups entered our competition to win £2500 of promotion with Flavour Mag and Ditto Music. After whittling down that number to our 14 favourites we thought that the responsibility of giving one of these brilliant artist/s the greatest promo opportunity EVER should be left up to you!Have a listen to their material check out their...
Kristie Killick And Wezzy Shine Bright In Their Cover of Rihanna’s ‘Diamonds’
When 17-year-old Kristie Killick decided to perform a cover of Rihanna’s hit song ‘Diamonds’, she took it to a completely different level. The 5-minute long, piano-laden cover of RiRi's hit see’s the rising star delivering something that is enough to make the original irrelevant. Whereas many may opt for a solo, Kristie is accompanied by rapper Wezzy on this refreshing...
One Direction Kiss Me pics
The One Direction video ‘Kiss Me’ premieres today at 8pm. Check out these stills from behind the scenes of the video and the trailer.http://youtu.be/cOiBOmue4ys
One To Watch: Joey Bada$$ Is Crossing Over
As far as his flow, he keeps it simple, yet remarkably effective. Brooklyn based teenager Joey Bada$$ swiftly became an instant hit over the last year with several acclaimed mixtapes. The rising star made quite an entrance into the hip hop world with the release of his highly praised ‘1999′ E.P. in June 2012. At the gentle age of 17,...
One To Watch: AlunaGeorge Are Ready For The World
There’s no sound quite like theirs around right now! London-based duo AlunaGeorge’s innovative electronic blend of R&B and pop is proving to be a winner, they have already being short listed for the 2013 Critics' Choice BRIT Award as well as making the BBC’s sound of 2013 poll. Their breakthrough track, ‘Your Drums, Your Love’ is a fine example of their...
One To Watch: Ty Dolla $ign Is Ready To Shine
He is a ready-made superstar, but if he can hold onto that realness and nurture his hardcore hip hop roots with his already growing-fanbase, then his biggest success to date could just turn out to be his greatest triumph yet. Ty Dolla $ign has been steadily pushing out catchy songs for a while now (check his track '4 A Young'...
Choice FM Presents ‘Afrobeats: The Ultimate Collection’
A compilation album featuring performances from some of the biggest Afrobeats stars will be released on January 7. Choice FM and DJ Abrantee have teamed up to bring together, the very best artists in the field. The album features a selection of well-known artists such as D’Banj, P-Square, Wande Coal, R2Bees, Atumpan and many others. In addition to this, also...