London 2012: Day 10 at the Olympics
...Great Britain are in third place on the medal table, USA in second place and China in first. Let's see if yesterday's 19 exciting medal events altered the ranks by the end of the day, as 18 gold medals were up for grabs.Jason Kenny sprint cycled to success in the mens finals yesterday, securing Great Britain's second gold medal of...
London 2012: Olympic Highlights
...Can you feel the excitement? There's been some skepticism and false starts but walking through the Olympic park is magical. Stratford has been transformed into a buzzing hub of people all with one thing on their mind - the games. All around London there is talk of the Olympics.She's been branded the 'face of London 2012' since her heptathlon gold...
Marley’s Mellow Mood announce Relaxation Generation mini festival @MellowMoodUK
Marley’s Mellow Mood, the world’s premier relaxation drink continues its support of artists and live music events by announcing the Relaxation Generation mini festival. Having just hosted a free party on Bob Marley Way in London with Devlin, Maverick Sabre, Sway, Lady Leshurr and many other exciting contemporary artists, Marley’s Mellow Mood is delighted to unveil its line up...
Chip – He wasn’t born to fail
From Tottenham to Atlanta via two albums, five mixtapes and numerous chart-topping singles, UK rapper Chip has morphed from spitting in his youth club as a teenager to a prominent 21-year-old artist, working with some of the biggest names in the business: Chris Brown, Keri Hilson, Trey Songz... Now signed to hip-hop heavyweight TIs record label Grand Hustle, Britain’s...
Future Flavours: Jack Light, Moya & Banditsu
We are officially in the Olympics and it seemed only a little while ago that we received the brilliant news that London would host so cue tenuous link where’s our gold medal winners for Future Flavours? Well the winners this time around are two young rappers showing that the UK’s lyrical game just keeps on getting better and better...
Throwback Thursdays: Clipse – Grindin’
By far the most epic and iconic singles to hit the Hip Hop scene, it could have only been The Neptunes who produced this innovative beat. Sounding like nothing I had heard before, the track was the leading single for Clipse’s 2002 debut album, Lord Willin’. The beat caused such a buzz that Lil Wayne, Sean Paul and others jumped...
Bob Marley, the man, the myth, the merchandise
Look out for the special Marley feature in our next issue of Flavour Mag. Marley's memory has spread far beyond the influence of his music, today Bob Marley is a global icon in more ways than one. A man well known for his rasta inspired red, yellow and green, symbols of peace and love, why not share some of...
The Nail Show at Cargo, Aug 18
The first event of its kind, The Nail Show is happening Saturday 18th August 2012, 11-6pm at CARGO, Shoreditch EC2 3AY, and is an exciting event in the beauty industry. It is a chance for the nail obsessed, polish lovers, those who enjoy taking care of – or simply having fun with – their nails, as well as individuals...
Rep Dat Presents One Mic Season 3
Brought to you by Rep Dat and Darkness Records, One Mic, the innovative and inspirational live music talent show is back with a bang, doing what it does best – only BETTER! Nine artists from Hip Hop, Reggae and Soul/R&B battle it out in front of a live, London club audience and panel of industry judges to find out...
Gina B : What is Kim Kardashian’s obsession with THOSE black pants?!
It’s a given that a black ensemble is always an option in every woman’s wardrobe. I put my money on the theory that we associate black with a solution to those dreaded, ‘fat days’. Or who knows, maybe it’s just down to the current depression of our economic climate (and not to mention the god forsaken rain being a...
Venus vs. Mars Ep. 5 & 6
Watch the last two episodes of Venus vs Mars the fantastic online series.Does Michael return for Venus? Will Shakira propose? What will happen with the other couples in Venus vs Mars. Find out now. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFIi2plwQQQhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaPIkDgc8fw
EVENT: Puma Yard – 27th July- 12 August 2012
From 27 July to August 11 during the Olympic Games, the Jamaican-themed PUMA YARD promises to be the ultimate destination, offering a convergence of sports, music and lifestyle activities that will deliver a one-of-a-kind fan experience. PUMA is the long-term partner of the Jamaica Olympic Association and the Jamaica Track & Field team including the World’s Fastest Man, three times...
Fazer Interview
Often thought about as the 'other one' in the group, Fazer hasn't really had his time to shine in the spotlight. However fans will know that he has always been the man behind the great tracks for both Dappy and Tulisa as they went solo co-producing the Number One hit single No Regrets and writing and producing the number...
Interview: KISS FM presenter Charlie Hedges
Charlie Hedges is from Essex and currently presents KISS FM’s weekday Breakfast Show with Rickie and Melvin catching up with celebrities such as Nicki Minaj, Cheryl Cole and Rihanna. At only 25, Charlie stay focused and worked hard towards achieving her dream job. Her story can inspire us all. We decided to have a chat to find out about how...
Little Mix reveal new video Wings
X Factor winners Little Mix have unleashed the video for their first single since leaving the show Wings. Seven months after winning the 2011 series of The X Factor, Little Mix triumphantly return with their new single ‘Wings’. The four girls – Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall co-wrote the single and worked with British hit...
Interview With Actor Mem Ferda
Mem Ferda is a London actor born in Chelsea who became intrigued by acting from a young age. After completing two degrees in BSc Honors Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (M.B.A.) he then went on to pursue acting professionally. He has played many ‘baddie’ roles such as Kamel Hannah (The Devils Double), Vladimir (Ill Manors), Hakeem...
Throwback Thursdays: Notorious B.I.G – One More Chance
One of the most famous Biggie tracks to date; this classic came out in 1996 and went platinum within a few months. A little known fact is that the song not only featured vocals from Faith Evans, but also included lyrics by Mary J, who was still on the rise at the time. There were many remixes of the song,...
Video: Little Mix reveal new video Wings
Seven months after winning the 2011 series of The X Factor, Little Mix triumphantly return with their new single ‘Wings'. The four girls - Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall co-wrote the single and worked with British hitmakers TMS (Professor Green – “Read All About It”, Dappy – “No Regrets”).With its positive lyrical message, unrivalled production...
Review: Flavour Live Reggae Gold special at The Big Chill
Doors opened at The Big Chill House, in the heart of London’s Kings Cross, as it was time for an evening full of fun in the presence of great people, good music and oh not to mention free drinks for the Flavour team! It wasn’t long before the horrible, drizzly rain outside was completely forgotten about and the night...
Magician Von Majik
Von Majik is a young magician who begun at the early age of 12, being inspired by watching David Blaine on TV. He begun to watch his shows over and over again, studying and learning his techniques. Seeing his son’s potential, his dad joined him up to the Magic Circles Youth Initiative, where his skill developed. Before the age...
The Original Sugababes are back together
We're very happy to announce to the world that the original three members of the Sugababes, Mutya Buena, Siobhan Donaghy and Keisha Buchanan have officially reunited and have been hold up in the recording a new album, which will be released later this year.To mark their return they released some cute photo booth images on the groups official Twitter...
Video: PW ‘Single’ video is here
Today PW unveiled the Ben Peters directed video, filmed in Paris, less than 2 weeks after he premiered 'Single' in a live UStream for fans. With celeb fans ranging from Dappy, The Saturdays’ Vanessa White and Cover Drive, it’s safe to say that PW is on the right road to success. His new release entitled ‘Single’ will be released on...
Yewande “Rebirth”
Yewande (pronounced yee-wán-day) recently released her debut album “Rebirth” on Phoenix Records. The Alternative Soul artist, whose Yoruba name means “reincarnation of mother”, was living what some may consider the star lit dream when her debut EP “Evolution” was released on Lotus Records in 2005. She became recognized as one of the most sought after independent artists in the...
Little Boots talks new single ‘Headphones’, female competition and meeting Madonna
Victoria Hesketh – otherwise known as Little Boots – has already had a Top five hit album as well being hailed as “the future of pop” and not forgetting a Brit nomination –before she had even released a record. Prior to her chart success she was somewhat seen as a Youtube sensation having also scored a top 10 hit...
Music’s Next Big Thing: Jakwob
Midlands’s producer Jakwob shot to fame back in 2009 with his captivating remix of Ellie Goulding’s ‘Starry Eyed’. He followed up the track's success with a heap of remixes featuring the likes of Lily Allen, M.I.A, Jessie J, and most recently Lana Del Rey. If DJing, producing and songwriting wasn't enough, Jakwob has also found the time to release...
The Original Sugababes are back together
We're very happy to announce to the world that the original three members of the Sugababes, Mutya Buena, Siobhan Donaghy and Keisha Buchanan have officially reunited and have been hold up in the recording a new album, which will be released later this year.To mark their return they released some cute photo booth images on the groups official Twitter...
Throwback Thursdays: Lil Wayne – Go DJ
Now, I’ve been smitten by Lil Wayne ever since he stepped on the scene in 1999 with his debut album, Tha Block Is Hot. However, it was the single Go DJ that opened the door to mainstream success for Mr Carter. In fact, he caused so much commotion that shortly after, he ended up featuring in Destinys Child song, Soldier....
Interview: Jordan Suckley
With legendary iconic support, superior mixing skills and a exceptional work ethic, Jordan Suckley has justifiably been consistently flagged as ‘one to watch,’ by some of the most high-ranking magazines from Trance International to Mix Mag.Signed to ‘Spinnin Records’ and hailing from the North West of England, this 27 year old House and Trance DJ and Producer, has launched...