Throwback Thursdays: Ginuwine – Pony
In 1996, Ginuwine released the ultimate baby-making jam, causing girls all around the globe to fall in love with him (despite the fact that his real name is Elgin Lumpkin). The track threw Ginuwine into the mainstream world, shooting to number one in the billboard chart. The video is hot too, with Ginuwine showing off his muscles at every chance...
Review: Joss Stone at Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London
With bare feet, her golden tresses flowing freely down her back and sporting a black and white figure hugging dress, Joss stepped on to the stage and kicked off the show with ‘(For God's Sake) Give More Power to the People’ from her latest album, The Soul Sessions Vol 2. She then plunged straight into her latest single, the Soul/...
IAm1: Stepping Into The spotlight
You are two university students with a passion for music who come together, make an EP in between studying, get a lot of people talking and boom! Word spreads that you are the hottest thing since DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince. Seem unlikely? Well, artists such as One Direction, Rihanna and Professor Green all have huge publicity machines...
Introducing… Nabiha
Latest on the Flavour buzz list of musical artists to watch out for is Danish/African singer and songwriter Nabiha.With a sultry voice and a smokin' hot afro, it was only a matter of time before this talented lady would catch our attention. Nabiha is not just any average lady with a full-size afro, in-fact she’s enjoyed a pretty impressive...
Interview: South Finesse @SouthFinesse
This buzzing four piece South Finesse are crashing onto the British music scene. Their debut single Wanna Ride was selected as 'Unsigned Track of the Week' by BBC Radio 1Xtra in February 2011, soon becoming the most requested unsigned track on the station. Now, over a year later they're back and preparing for the release of their new music this October.For...
JLS Have Evolved
JLS are about to shift gear into a fresh era with the release of their fourth studio album, Evolution on November 5. Documenting an evident growth for the boys, Evolution see's them mature both personally and sonically. The album's lead single has been confirmed as Hottest Girl In The World, which will be released on October 21. Listen out though, the single will premiere on...
Wow Factor: Rebecca Ferguson unveils new video ‘Backtrack’
After astounding us with ‘Nothing Real But Love’, petite Pop star Rebecca Ferguson is readying another follow-up, which has now been unveiled as 'Backtrack'.The head banging soul-pop ballad has been lifted from Rebecca’s deluxe edition of her debut album 'Heaven', which sees the singer indulging in a little revenge, as she throws on some makeup whilst singing over her former lover. 'Backtrack'...
The Possession: In cinemas NOW
Based on a true story, "The Possession" is the terrifying story of how one family must unite in order to survive the wrath of an unspeakable evil. Unlike a lot of horror movies these days that look promising from their trailers and end up being a major disappointment, I really enjoyed this movie and this one delivers for sure!...
Win VIP tickets to Kevin Harts OFFICIAL afterparty @KevinHart4real
Join the MAN of the moment, actor and comedian KEVIN HART straight after his SOLD OUT stand up comedy show at the O2 at his official AFTER PARTY at PROUD2 (literally 2 minutes walk from the arena). [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbaS3yTuKCI?autoplay=1]Join him and all his celebrity friends as we party into the early hours of the night at the luxurious PROUD2.The lavish...
Interview: Ras Kwame
http://youtu.be/nsy0u2LMKAw Ras Kwame, well known for his role on BBC 1Xtra's Homegrown oozes cool. From starting out as a DJ over twenty years ago, now he runs his own production and entertainment company as well working for his own label. Now, this September he's releasing a new single ''London City", a song that is sure to be a hit. See...
The Saturdays set to take on America
The Saturdays are officially taking on America!! Firstly, The Sat's are currently tucked away in a US studio recording their next album, due out early next year.The girls have just finished shooting the video to their BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘What About Us’ in LA which will serve as their first ever American single, as well as their new single...
Interview: The Loveable Rogues @LoveableRogues
Having made it to the Britain's got talent finals and wowed the crowd with original song ‘Lovesick’, it came as little surprise when the boys were signed to Simon Cowell's Syco, earlier this year. Now putting together their first single for release this autumn, see what kicked off when we caught up with them at Sony. Hello boys, what you're...
Interview: Conor Maynard
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMTGcwZxdGg Whether like Pharrell you think this young man is going to 'change the face of music', or as critics have dubbed him, you think he's the British Bieber. Conor Maynard at 18 is already flying high with over 90 million YouTube hits and 300,000 twitter followers. Make sure you're one of them @ConorMaynard. Flavour hooked up with Conor at...
One To Watch: iAm1 unveil ‘Wake You’ from new EP
Emerging talent, iAm1 are no stranger to critical acclaim as they have just released the first song ‘Wake You’ from their brand new EP 14.12.08. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYo4d4nFB4MThe reaction to ‘Wake You’ and their last EP, 'Watching', released earlier this year, has been nothing short of incredibleness. iAm1 consists of singer-song writer Oli Rose and Jamie Wallace aka MC 'Origin'. Their upbeat anthem...
Substantial Error – Sunshine ft. Luke Truth
The original of this track with vocals from Luke Truth caught the attention of Skream & Benga who featured it as an opener to their show on BBC Radio One and now DKS has created a grime mix of it.http://youtu.be/jM6OEeX6JJoThis duo have been on the rise since 2010 and now the dubbsteppers are reaching dizzying new heights.They've teamed up...
Throwback Thursdays: Usher – U Make Me Wanna
In 1997, a fresh faced Usher burst back onto the scene with the leading single from his second album, My Way. Written by himself and Jermaine Dupri, it became his biggest hit in the UK, peaking at number 1. From that moment on, we couldn’t get enough of his seductive voice, cheeky grin and amazing dance moves.http://www.youtube.com/v/bQRzrnH6_HY?version=3&hl=en_GB
2012 – RED BULL CULTURE CLASH RETURNS
...Red Bull Culture Clash returns to London for a third time with it's heaviest line-up yet. On November 7, the musically iconic Wembley Arena will be transformed into a musical battleground for this unique live music concept inspired by traditional Jamaican soundclash culture: four stages, four crews representing four different genres – one winner. Tickets are on sale now. The night will be composed of...
The Marley Sound Stage at Nottinghill Carnival 2012
Dancers dressed in colourful plumage and bejewelled bikinis made their way through the streets of west London over the Bank Holiday weekend as hundreds of thousands of people attend Notting Hill Carnival 2012. This year Flavour soundstage in association with Marley was the hottest spot to be with DJ's David Rodigan, Shy FX, Benga, Breakage, Calvin Francis, Red Light, Toddla...
Interview: Mindless Behavior
Mindless Behavior is a unique four-piece of 13 to 14-year-old boys – Prodigy, Roc Royal, Ray Ray and Princeton – embracing the liveliness of four Justin Bieber clones! And this is just the fairy-tale beginning for the new RnB sensations, following a Top 10 album #1 Girl, and a fan base of thousands, which includes Janet Jackson, Beyonce and...
Marley Moments No.5
In 1980 after Zimbabwe finally gained their independence, as a supporter, Marley felt that he should be a central part of the celebration. He personally financed the celebration arrangements costing him over US$90,000. Bob Marley used his music in order to get directly involved with the Zimbabwe Liberation Movement. His song Zimbabwe spoke of personal rights, judgement, and getting...
Introducing Jim Beanz The US Producer Everyone Wants A Piece Of
A lot of US artists have Jim Beanz to be thankful for giving them hit records including Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Shakira, Timbaland, Missy Elliot, Nelly Furtado, Keri Hilson, Jamie Fox, Jennifer Hudson, Ciara, Justin Timberlake, P Diddy and The Pussycat Dolls. Timberland’s protégée is now working his magic on some UK artists including Cheryl Cole who he produced...
Flavour Weekend Round-up: Rihanna stuck in the middle, LL Cool J vs Burglar, Kanye for ‘Idol’ and Bow Wow Twitter siege
Ooh na na: Chris Brown, Rihanna and Drake under the same roof? So the VMAs is only around the corner, and already the controversy has begun. Chris Brown, Rihanna and Drake are all expected to attend, and if that’s not enough to keep us all talking: both Drake and Chris are up for ‘Best Male Video’. Let's hope the two...
Marley Moments No.4
In 1978 the One Love Peace Concert took place in Jamaica during a civil war between the Jamaican Labour Party and the People’s National Party. The concert featured 16 of reggaes biggest acts and was considered to be the “third world Woodstock.” The festival came to it’s peak during Bob Marley’s performance of Jammin’, when Marley joined the hands...
Club Bud presents TAO/Marquee
Sunday, August 12 marked night two of Club Bud’s highly anticipated return to the games. With Swizz Beatz as DJ for the night and a surprise appearance from Nas, Olympic athletes and celebrities flocked to the historic Roundhouse in Camden for a night of celebration and fun.TAO/Marquee powered nightlife destination, Club Bud, offered those in attendance an unforgettable night....
Brothers With No Game – Ep. 3 Teaser
...Following the domestics in episode two, it looks like things might be hotting up as Simone and Lisa’s speed dating event goes ahead with some hilarious consequences for Dorian, Junior, Marcus and Theo – take a sneak peek, below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZB20CITpsS4&hd=1 Behind The Scenes: On Set Filming Episode 3 of BWNG The Web SeriesThe seed for the series that centres on the...
The Script and Will.i.am debut new single ‘Hall Of Fame’
Well look no further as The Script has unveiled the new video for their brand single, ‘Hall Of Fame'. The highly anticipated video for their heartening anthem 'Hall of Fame' also features the Black Eyed Pease front man Will.i.am. As well as Danny and Will taking the spotlight in between are scenes of boxers and ballerinas striving to achieve their...
Introducing…Charlee Drew: Will he be the next big thing?
They say good things come to those who wait and if you take the time to check out Charlee Drew, you might just agree.Charlee first got his break in 2011 producing, writing and featuring on Skepta's top 20 album ‘Doin’ It Again’. It’s fair to say he's had his fair share of exposure, touring also with Skepta and receiving support...
Throwback Thursdays: Bow Wow feat. Ciara – Like You
I have no idea where this dynamic duo is in the world right now, but in 2005, this was a summer sizzler and is still Bow Wow’s biggest chart topper to date. I remember attempting to sing the chorus and becoming frequently frustrated, as I never could without becoming out of breath. Darn you, Ciara.http://www.youtube.com/v/b-EqP0BLy1Q?version=3&hl=en_GB
Flavour meets…Ruby Goe
The buzz surrounding Ruby Goe has been building quickly. The pop singer-songwriter, who recently released her single ‘Badman’, is currently wowing critics and fans equally. There’s even a great deal of hype from music fanatics, but Ruby seems to be effectively transferring this hype into success. So, what do you need to know about her, ahead of her attack on...
Michael Gray and Roll Deep debut new single ‘Can’t Wait For The Weekend’
Its eight years since Michael Gray released his chart topping, head-bopping, explosive dance anthem ‘The Weekend’. But now with a little help from Roll Deep, the track will be re-released with some added raps. Roll Deep’s unlikely pairing with Grey on the re-titled 'Can't Wait For The Weekend' sees them introducing a whole new energy. The music video pretty much...