The Ting Tings: From Nowheresville to top of the charts…
Bursting onto the music scene with their infectious track ‘That’s Not My Name’ back in 2008 (re-release), The Ting Tings – musical duo Jules de Martino and Katie White – ushered in a fresh sound into pop. From the success of the single and their debut album We Started Nothing they were able to tour the world and even...
Misha B
When Misha B sings, we listen. She entered last year’s X Factor unaware her life would never be the same again, and despite finishing fourth, her second-to-none powerhouse vocals and natural talent captivated us. Let’s face it, the road to fame isn’t an easy one, but this star was born to entertain. Ahead of her return to the X...
Clement marfo and The Frontline
Meet rapper Clement Marfo, who has been making waves as an individual on the underground grime scene. Then there’s the band: you have vocalist Kojo, Dion-on drums, Johnny on bass, Rich and Dan on guitar, and the only female, Stacey, on keys and vocals. Collectively their sound is unique, uniting hip hop with grime, rock and pop. They have...
Childish Gambino
Donald Glover arrives for the interview every bit the approachable friendly comedian he is. It’s surprising then that this same man, Childish Gambino as he’s known by many of his fans, is also the rapper currently paving a way for himself in the music industry, with hits like ‘Freaks & Geeks’ amassing over six million views on YouTube. He’s...
5 of the Best… Alternative Snapbacks
It seems like the snap back trend is here to stay, after coming over from America this trend was very popular last year and will still continue to be. But with any global trend, there are loads of snap backs on the market, here are a few more alternative choices, so that you don't have to look like everyone...
Dot Rotten: Are you not entertained?
After releasing a series of hot mixtapes independently, south London-based MC and producer Dot Rotten has finally been picked up by Mercury Records and Takeover Entertainment. He joined forces with Cher Lloyd and Ghetts last year on ‘Dub On The Track’, he then hit us with his debut single ‘Keep It On The Low’ and is set to release...
The UK’s Next Boyband: New Bounce
Love Mindless Behavior? Always stalking JLS? Well it seems that there are some new boys on the block. New boyband New Bounce are taking the world by storm, and they are still only teenagers.New Bounce starred in the award winning West End Production THRILLER Live and toured Europe for 3 years as the Jackson 5 where they got praise...
Dynamo the Magician: My World In Play
Following on from the launch of the PlayStation® Vita on 22nd February, PlayStation is excited to release two short films by TV award winning magician Dynamo. PSVita gives you the ability to play anytime and anywhere, get a glimpse into Dynamo’s magical world where anything is truly possible.[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZXAgtDBvJc]
Mr. Mitchell
Mr Mitchell, aka Tony Mitchell formerly of the Mitchell brothers, who were signed to Mike Skinner’s label The Beats, came back onto the scene last year as a solo artist. He released his first solo track ‘Off The Coathanger,’ followed by his first solo mixtape, ‘The Night I Thought I Was A God’. His first solo release this year,...
Talent 2012 Birmingham : Aspire4u
Talent 2012 Birmingham, Aspire4u are looking for talent individuals to enter a competition based in Birmingham. The Talent 2012 competition offers the opportunity for singers, dancers, rappers, poets, MC’s, fashion designers and models to showcase their talents, with the possibility of winning amazing prizes.AUDITIONS : Thursday 15th March & Sat 23rd (5-9pm) Joseph Chamberlain sixth form college, Belgrave road, Balsall Heath...
Interview with Rebekah Star of Change The Definition Clothing
This week I caught up with the very inspirational Rebekah Star of Change The Definition Clothing Company for an exclusive interview about her life, her brand new clothing company, and the meaning behind it.While working in the Portland Public School System, volunteer teacher Rebekah Star noticed that most of the students falling behind were African-American or Latino. As a black...
Storm Watches Exclusive In Store Promo
Telling the time couldn’t be more fashionable with STORM’s exclusive in store promotion with their top of the range watches. Adding exclusivity will be easier than ever because Storm is offering all those spending over £59.99 a chance to purchase any of the watches shown for a mere £35. Chronotron Romeo The...
Faith Child is back with his new single ‘Picture Perfect’ ft Leké
Picture Perfect is the return of some good old clean love music with a bumping beat and Rhythm. Oh yes! Faith Child has teamed up with UK singer Leké to describe their vision of love and what they look for in a woman. The young MOBO Award nominee has been going from strength to strength in 2011. He has...
The Brit Awards 2012
Last night the Brit awards paid tribute to two of the worlds greatest songstress's that have sadly passed away - the late Whitney Houston and Amy Winehouse. The night also saw Adele take home two Brit awards for Best Female and Album of the Year for her record-breaking album 21, after taking home six prestige Grammys last week it's clear...
Win a copy of Deviation starring Danny Dyer
When Frankie (Danny Dyer), a dangerous psychopath on the run car-jacks young nurse Amber(Anna Walton) and takes her hostage to aid his escape out of the country, it’s the start of a long night. Stuck in the car with a madman, Amber is forced to play a deadly game of cat and mouse with Frankie as, by morning, only...
Kanye West and Jay Z ‘Ball So Hard’ with UK Tour Dates Confirmed!
Forget these N**as in Paris, we have confirmed dates for these ‘Ni**as here in the UK! The superstar duo are set to take us on an unimaginable journey with an epic showcase this Summer. Have you seen the video? Its very extravagant with crazy Tron-inspired laser lights and lots of hallucinating images. If that is the video well we all...
Rihanna & Chris collabo
In 2009, Grammy night, news spread like wild fire that Chris Brown allegedly punched Rihanna in the face, and then some. Still to this day, details of what actually happened that night in the car remains a mystery. The couple were seen leaving the studio a few weeks ago, I guess they finished baking RiRi's (unfinished track) 'Birthday Cake' and...
IMC: Win the chance to perform in the US
Calling all up and coming artists, songwriters and producers, The International Music Conference are giving you an opportunity to perform in front of Grammy award winning producers and songwriters as well as managers and label executives from the US and the UK. The competition will launch at an exclusive event held in London’s West End on March 28.Win a...
MTV Top 10 Hottest MC’s 2012 (Full List)
The MTV UK released their Top 10 UK emcees recently and now is the time for our US counterparts to publish their annual list.So who are the biggest and most important figures in rap today? Is Big Sean a better rapper than Eminem, Ludacris and Common? MTV's list always creates controversy but if its based on radio airplays and...
Cleo Sol’s thinking about you @cleosol
Discovered by the self-taught producer Davinche, Cleo Sol is undoubtedly one of the UK’s finest vocalists that is predicted to do big things this year. The 20 year old’s talents were recognised by a record label as she was signed to Island Records just before Christmas. A West London girl at heart recently released her debut single ‘High’ featuring Gappy...
Kasha Rae makes big movements on the Music scene @kasharaemusic
Kasha Rae first appeared on the music scene in 2007 when he had various performances on Choice and KISS. Now he’s back in 2012 with better and bigger things. Formerly known as Tyrone, Kasha uses his lyrical talent to produce tracks revolving around positivity and honesty. This year we see the young British Hip-Hop artist release a new music video...
X: Night of Vengence
It's not often you get a film that centre's around the antics of a couple of call girls, but throw a high class call girl who's decided to bow out of the trade and a newbie; finding herself on the streets and needing to line her pocket together and you have the basis for new film 'X: Night of...
Two minutes with Pierre Amil
Pierre Amil adds his name to the ever growing band of UK male singers bringing a little bit of vocal swagger to the fore. He featured in Future Flavours last year but we thought we would have a quick two minutes with the vocally blessed guy to see what’s cracking for 2012!For those that did not catch your Future...
Exclusive A-Team interview
Flavour caught up with the A-Team, one of the sickest dance crews on Sky1's Got To Dance competition. I managed to grab a quick moment with the guys at one of their rehearsals...Check out the exclusive interview.Tell us about the A-Team? Mark: We're a crew of establish dancers, we've known each-other for a while, were all superhero's and were following...
Interview: DJ Fresh
He’s been on the scene for years – DJ Fresh, aka Dan Stein is a Drum n Bass veteran-turned-household name. You've heard his tunes ‘Louder’ and ‘Hot Rite Now’; so we talk to Mr Fresh about his future plans – but not before going back in time to get to know the man himself.You’re a legend on the drum and bass...
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...
RIO releases his second mixtape ‘The Ri Mix’
Manchunian emcee RIO delivers a Valentine's gift to fans in the shape of his latest mixtape 'The Ri Mix' and is set to perform six dates this year as part of Labrinth's After Party UK Club Tour. The rapper has been receiving great feedback as one to watch for 2012 and after announcing he will be performing six dates across the UK as part...
The Flavour Podcast featuring Misha B Labrinth & Mann
Welcome to The Flavour Podcast, the online show that'll give you everything you need on all things concerning Flavour. The Flavour Podcast brings you exclusive interviews with those appearing in our forthcoming issues, music reviews, advice and plenty more. Here's a taste of the awesomeness you’ll be experiencing in our February and March issue.Noel Phillips is your lively host kicking...
Mr Midas presents ‘The Story’
'The Story' is not your typical music video, 'The Story' is a video series featuring Mr Midas in the midst of a twisted love triangle. Check it out! 'Its my interepreatation of a musical...The story speaks for its self really.' Says Mr Midashttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbWWZqMlykMFollow Mr Midas on Twitter @mrmidasmusic
New Music: Dele – One Knee
Dele first exploded on to the UK music scene in 2008 with his highly successful debut single ‘Ex’, he has grown from strength to strength bringing us hit singles like ‘F U Right’ and 'Every Step’. Dele’s new single ‘One Knee’ is no exception. Check it out! [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zpWzAEht8s]‘One Knee’ is the ultimate slow jam, on the track we see Dele marry his husky...