BBC Sound of 2010
Fifteen of the best rising music stars have been named on the longlist for the BBC's Sound of 2010.The list is designed to highlight the most exciting musical talent for the coming year and the artists have been picked by 165 UK-based tastemakers.They each named their favourite three new acts and those with the most votes were put on...
Kay Jay at The Indigo Lounge review
Ah, the 80s. Rar-ra skirts, ghetto-blasters, the era that sense and style forgot….. Remember watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and flipping pogs as your parents did that weird, dinosaur-hands shuffle dance whilst sipping babycham, looks of bliss on their faces as Luther Vandross and his ilk blared out of your brand new CD player? Well, reminisce no more, for...
Wretch 32: The anomaly realises his potential
As I was sitting writing the interview out, Matrix Revolutions was on the tv in the background and I suddenly realised what the deal is with Wretch: he is an anomaly.I remember Wretch's first album Wretch-trospective (2008) which seamlessly mixed a grimy edge without being grimy and mixed rap without being fully hip-hop or as Wretch puts it: ‘When...
King Kash gives us the lowdown on his EP and plans for his 2012 album…
Meeting Kash in the flesh he is remarkably quite softly spoken, a direct contrast to the lyrical flows that he possesses that delve into subjects from the social situation in London, to more benign subjects that just allow him to spit.Ukrainian by birth (yes you read right) Kash has been spitting intently, now dropping his eagerly awaited EP Worth...
Setting The Bar High: DJ Drama ‘Quality Street Music’
The album is an amazing collection of Hip-Hop street music. With production talents from Hit-Boy, Boi 1da, Kane Beatz and T-Minus, anything less than the best in instrumentation would be unacceptable.The powerhouse DJ Drama is back in the driving seat with full control of his brand new album, which features a superstar line-up of rap passengers. Fabolous, T-Pain and Yo Gotti join forces...
WATCH – Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry live performance at Fred Perry’s Sub-Sonic Live
Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry is a recording pioneer of the reggae world and one of the most influencial artist/producers to have stepped into a recording studio. Building an experimental studio in his back yard, in Jamaica, "Scratch" was the producer on early recordings for such seminal musicians as Bob Marley & the Wailers, Junior Byles, The Heptones, and Max Romeo. Now in his seventies, Perry...
Lethal Bizzle and Fightstar Premiere on Jagermeister Launch
This week the launch of Jagermeister’s new UK website, featuring Fightstar and Lethal Bizzle on a one-off track collaboration that’s sure to set it off with a “ POW!”This new website will give viewers unlimited access to Jagermusic band profiles such as Bullet for my Valentine, Enter Shikari and Fighstar.The two equally great musical talents Lethal Bizzle and Fighstar,...
Limelight Film & Arts Awards 2010
This week, the Limelight Film & Arts Awards will bring the glitz and glamour of the Oscars to the streets of London.This annual short film competition is for London based film makers and the awards ceremony has been planned with exciting performances, celebrity attendees, dignitaries and of course individuals from the film and media industry.It is the...
Kurt Collins: Money Aint Everything
Aptly nicknamed a ‘triple threat’, Kurt Collins is the singer, producer and song writer to keep an eye on in 2011. He makes no secret of his intention to make a lethal impact, by challenging the boundaries of conventional music, introducing pioneer music and personalising all this with his own innovative and unique style! Set to release his new...
Spend on Trend – Get ready for cold
Cool Cats Hey jersey boys, stay bold and never cold throughout the chilly season, with standout prints and chunky knits. Throw a colourful statement sweater over your favourite pair of jeans and you’re good to go.1. H&M, £34.992. River Island, £163. Bench, £49.994. Topman, £385. Topman, £166. Primark, £127. M&S, £39.508. New Era, £35 Hot Chicks Stay chilled and funky this...
On the cusp of something big?-Arlissa
She’s young, beautiful and talented what more could you ask for? Well a lot more in truth because even that heady mix is not always enough to get you signed in the competitive world of music. So what else do you need; well determination, self belief and direction are also important characteristics and the new UK talent Arlissa has all...
Race for Life Celebrity Charity Single
I have personally had close family members that have died or been affected by Cancer so I am a big supporter of the organisations doing their best to discover a cure for this.The Cancer Research UK celebrity charity single – ‘Girls Just Want To Have Fun’ is coming out on 26th April and will be available from 800 Tesco...
Labrinth – Let The Sun Shine
Here is the new music video from Simon Cowell's latest signing Labrinth, for his track "Let The Sun Shine".http://www.youtube.com/v/s7z825KRWlI?fs=1&hl=en_GB&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6Watch in HD on LabrinthTV
Channel 4 Athletics 2011 Sound Track Playlist Competition
Channel 4 are on the look out for talented Djs, selectors and music supervisors to put together an 8 track playlist representing the sounds for any of the world class athletes listed below.A panel of industry experts, including Channel 4 commissioning editors, will be selecting 6 winning mixes to feature on Channel 4’s online platforms, with all successful cloudcasters...
Guvna B presents new single ‘Free’
Following on from the release of his critically acclaimed ‘Scrapbook’ mixtape in 2011, Guvna B returns with a vibrant summer anthem and a new eclectic sound from his sophomore album, Odd One Out.The familiar chorus featured on ‘Free’ pays homage to R&B artist, Ultra-Nate’s 90’s hit single entitled ‘Free’ and features lead vocals from Ladonna Harley-Peters and produced by GKid. The infectious track is a certified...
New Music: Context — ‘Small Town Lad Sentiments’
Picking up from where he left off, Context continues to deliver and showcase his colourful rhymes. Much like his previous effort, 'Small Town Lad Sentiments' is an incredibly polished production with top notch efforts from every angle. Hailed as 'Middle England's Poet Laurette', the MC who’s been compared to Mike Skinner for his carefree flow, doesn’t try too hard...
Camden trio: N-Dubz
The buzzer rings, I hear arguing, and as they appear Dappy pipes ‘Na Na Nai!’ excitedly as we greet. I smile and instantly acknowledge that there are definitely no gimmicks here! As we all take a seat, Dappy is eager to let me know what has been going on. “Me, Tulisa and Fazer, we’re tired as hell. We just...
ACS Kings & Queens: Jacqstar
Jacqui James, 20, maybe studying sociology but she’s revealing her creative sidethrough fashion with her emerging label Jacqstar. Here we talk to the south Londoner about her entry as a designer in ACS Kings and Queens – an inter-university beauty pageant.Why did you enter ACS Kings and Queens?: I entered ACS Kings and Queens initially because a friend recommended...
NEYO ENLISTS GRAMMY NOMINATED TREY SONGZ & CHIPMUNK for an all-star line up
RnB superstar Neyo, has added Grammy nominated singer Trey Songz and the UK's very on chart topping champion Chipmunk to the bill for his forthcoming UK arena tour.Kicking off on Tuesday 22 February at the Glasgow SECC, this tour comes hot on the heels of singer-songwriter Ne-Yo's forth studio album, Trey Songz just finishing the OMG tour with Usher...
Thai Matic… looking to bring it all together.
Thai looks a lot younger than his actual age, but in truth his mind set is definitely age appropriate. He talks with an intensity and maturity that generally comes from having seen a couple of things. Whilst he tasted success within a group his solo career has really set a bench mark. Opening up for Jay Electronica has been a...
The Artist Diary: Day 1. . . With Charlie Brown
This is Charlie Brown's journey as an artist. It is the ordinary things that happen, the personal reflections, and the context in which his creative world thrives as an up and coming musician.Hey everyone, It's day one and I've spent most of today in the studio recording the vocals for my second single. I originally wrote the song a few...
Fem Fel Felling dem?!
With that deep resonate voice Fem Fel is a distinctive emcee who is certainly one of the more established names of the UK rap scene having worked with some of the biggest names the scene has produced.Fresh for the end of the year he drops his latest offering with the awkwardly named 5 track ep < o (Left of Center)...
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Ciru Maina: Model on a mission
Ciru Maina is not just a pretty face...Kenya's new fashion 'It' girl, Ciru Maina is a top model who uses her visibility with activism to bring attention and raise funds for charities and worthwhile causes.With her edgy and striking looks and an imposing 5'10 in barefoot height, she is the newly appointed global Ambassador to the 'Heart 2 Heart...
Hit TV dating series The Bachelor is coming to Britain… and the search is on to find single women to take part!
The Bachelor, America’s top TV show is coming to the UK!We need single ladies who are looking for love, to take part.This glamorous dating show involves international travel and once in a lifetime dates with a very eligible bachelor.‘We’re very keen to ensure we represent the whole of the UK and find women who really are looking for love...and...
Calling All Ikes Fans. The Journey Has Begun
Ikes has made a strong start to 2012 with the release of his new mixtape ‘The Intermission: Last Call,’' and the single ‘Girl Talk,’ which features Scorcher and Jermaine Riley. A rapper who brings raw realism to his music mixed with playful lyrics and ingenious word play, gaining fans both in UK and US. Starting off as a garage...
Joel Compass Unveils Debut ‘Back To Me’
Bursting out of London’s underground music scene Joel Compass has unveiled the brand spanking new video for his debut single ‘Back To Me’. The singer-songwriter, whose music has drawn comparisons to Frank Ocean and Jamie Woon, has long had music coursing through his veins. His uncompromising approach to music-making - seen in his introduction, is eye-catching. It tells the story...
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...
Big Man Zest – Who Am I
Here you can listen to the debut single "Who Am I" from Big Man Zest, produced by Beatnik.Although having just completed his first track, Big Man Zest isn't new on the Flavour scene; he performed on the Flavour float at Nottinghill Carnival and at the Miss Flavour event in 2009.Big Man Zest has had an eventful year following on...
Win a free music lesson with Matti Roots
Are you a budding music talent that would enjoy a free music lesson?Singer/songwriter Matti Roots is offering 3 lucky winners the chance to receive a production lesson, studio session or an introductory instrument lesson.The UK singer has worked with artists such as Terri Walker, Justin Timberlake Vula of the Basement Jaxx and Slum Village and graduated from the...