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...
Labrinth – The Evolution Experience
The Evolution Experience is the first of a series of events in a new campaign by Wrigleys Gum 5® called What’s Next? Which features the freshest live music experiences with the UK’s hottest stars. Wrigley’s and Labrinth, have teamed up to offer an exclusive intimate one-off gig taking place at London’s super club Pulse on March 7th. The event will...
HMV Next Big Thing Review – Cleo Sol, Starboy Nathan, Cover Drive & Clement Marfo + The Frontline
Cleo Sol led the way for the gig last Saturday night with her songs ‘High,’ ‘Loverboy’ and the Lily Allen and T Pain cover of ‘5 O’clock.’ This singer who was recently signed to Island Records stunned the crowd with her magical voice, and is tipped for big things this year. Starboy Nathan was next on leading his set performance...
New Music: Incisive ft Shakka “This Groove”
The new track entitled 'This Groove' is his second single from the album. The uplifting fun fused track oozes with a feel good factor, providing a catchy sing-a-long melody. Incisive continuing to steadily gain and retain attention, This Groove is guaranteed to be another progressive step in Incisive’s journey.[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=635j7PAdzwk&w=620&h=345]“This Groove” Released 26th March 2012 Look out for Incisive’s Self-titled...
In Time: On Blu-ray and DVD
How would you survive in a future where time is money and, unless you can pay, life stops at 25? What lengths would you go to for one extra day? Step into this world when In Time, the imaginative futuristic thriller, arrives on Blu-ray Triple Play and DVD on 27 February from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.In the year...
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
The director of Wanted and Night Watch presents an original take on the United States’ 16th president. When Abraham Lincoln's mother is killed by a supernatural creature, it fuels his passion to avenge her death. Statesmen by day, hunter by night, President Lincoln sets out to crush vampires and their slave-owning helpers.Release Date: August 3rd in 3D Certificate: TBC Running Time:...
Wrath of the Titans
A decade after his heroic defeat of the monstrous Kraken, Perseus is attempting to live a quieter life as a village fisherman and the sole parent to his 10-year-old son, Helius. Meanwhile, a struggle for supremacy rages between the gods and the Titans. Dangerously weakened by humanity's lack of devotion, the gods are losing control of the imprisoned Titans...
What Went Down: Grammy’s 2012
The Grammy Awards was a sombre occasion given the passing of the legend Whitney Houston on Saturday, the day before the award ceremony.Hosting was LL Cool J who gave an emotional speech, before showing some clips highlighting Whitney's career. Other celebrities also made tributes, such as the British-born Adele, who won all 6 of the nominations that she was...
Flavour’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide For Her!
Get romantic this Valentine’s Day with our gift guide, whether you are totally clueless as to what to get her or want a little inspiration; let this gift guide help you create a romantic day or sexy night to remember! This gift contains everything you need for a romantic weekend away. Lavender laden ‘French Kiss’ bubble bar for skin softening,...
Real Talk with Arnold Oceng
An actor, rapper and all-round entertainer, Arnold Oceng has featured in the most explosive UK show of 2011; Top Boy, Noel Clarke’s Adulthood, Grange Hill… or you might even remember him as a judge at Miss Flavour 2011!Either way, this guy knows the industry better than most. However, as opposed to the standard interview, we were interested to hear...
FlavourMag & Brothers With No Game V-Day Special Preview
Flavour Magazine and Brothers With No Game (BWNG) have put together a fabulous UK panel featuring comedians Slim and Jamie Howard, presenter Ralph Hardy and music artists Mr Midas and Fem Fel to give you the low down on their personal rules for dating, best and worst dating experiences, , the pros and cons of flirting using technology and...
The Vow
Released on February 10, this romantic ‘chick-flick’ is hitting cinemas just in time for Valentine’s Day. Starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum, The Vow tells the story of a newly-wed couple deeply in love… until one day they find themselves in a serious car crash, leaving Paige (McAdams) in a coma. A distraught Leo (Tatum) is relived when his...
Time To Shine: Maverick Sabre
Maverick Sabre is the man of the moment. He speaks exclusively to us about letting go off his addiction to whiskey, his music inspirations and why we will love his new album ‘Lonely Are The Brave.’ Dressed in a casual top in the company of some jeans, this is Maverick Sabre in the afternoon —laid-back, calm and cool-headed. He is...
Ledisi: The new soul of R&B
Ledisi is the New Orleans r&b singer who this year alone has been nominated for 3 Grammy Awards. She has performed with two of the biggest artists in the world, Prince and Stevie Wonder and opened for Chaka Khan, and can count Michelle Obama, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight and Pattie LaBelle as fans.Ledisi has worked with some prolific producers,...
Aziz Ibramhim to judge Live & Unsigned
Live and Unsigned has announced that Aziz Ibrahim will be on board to help judge at Live & Unsigned, the UK’s biggest competition for original bands and acts.Aziz Ibrahim will join the Live and Unsigned judging panel in the city he made his name with an appearance at the Manchester Regional Final. He’ll then be on the panel in...
Review: YoYo Nottinghill Arts Club: Clement Marfo + The Frontline and Mikill Pane
Yoyo’s in Nottinghill Arts Club is the only place to be on a Thursday night, and has been for years now. They always have a stellar line up, and plenty of music artists and industry guests coming to see and support the live acts. Last week Shireen Fenner headed down there to check out Clement Marfo + The Frontline...
EDUBB and their ‘Whooty’ music
EDUBB is a rap group consisting of Nem, Almighty ‘Dolla’, and Johnny Boi all hailing from Atlanta Georgia. We chat to the fellas to find out what ‘Whooty’ means and to get a little inside info on ATL’s Hip Hop trio. EDUBBHow did you come up with the name EDUBB and what does it stand for?Nem: EDUBB is slang terminology...
HAIRSTYLES
The Afro, made popular in the 1960s, is where the natural hair is picked and moulded into a large, rounded shape. Many African-Caribbean women are once again choosing to wear their hair this way. If you’d like to try this stunning look, then award-winning stylist Dionne Smith tells you how... Creating an afro1. The first step is to wash and condition...
Hair Stop
This season, when it comes to your locks, it’s all about opening up your personality. From hot highlights to sparkling flashes of gem tones, there is a look to suit all. Flavour hits the streets to see how you are making your hair the mane attraction...Fugu is very much on trend with her edgy take on this year’s dip-dye...
Princess Nyah is back! Destroy & Rebuild – The EP
Destroy and Rebuild is the exclusive, hard-hitting EP from the ‘Princess of the Clubs’, Princess Nyah. The EP includes killer verses from Wiley and the latest female don, No.Lay. Be prepared for serious musical productions from ILL Blu, Champion and DJ Wonder. Get your free download today! Destroy & Rebuild illustrates Nyah’s musical versatility that combines Drum N Bass, Dubstep, Grime and...
The winner of Open Mic UK is… Teenage MC Shak !
9000 acts signed up for Open Mic UK but Shak was crowned champion in front of a capacity crowd at the Indigo 02. He won the grand final competition with his take on Mac Miller’s ‘Best Day Ever’. Competition was stiff with many talented contestants, but his charismatic charm and talent pushed him to beat the other contestants within...
T.Mills Has Left Home
T.Mills is the 22 year old, Riverside California native, who became an Internet sensation after producing his own songs, rapping and singing over them then posting them on MySpace and YouTube. His ability to cross over genres and make 'hip pop', makes his music appeal to a wide and diverse audience, and his f*** you attitude means that he...
The Sound of Africa – DJ Abrantee
Radio listeners in the UK are saturated with what can only be described as one dimensional music. From pop, r’n’b and dance now influencing each other, UK audiences have been looking for the next best thing. Named as Choice FM’s golden boy DJ Abrantee ushered in a new sound to mainstream radio with his weekly Saturday night show for Afrobeats...
Kojo sold out ‘Live N Kicking’ shows for his first ever DVD!
Kojo's first solo outing in five years was a great success at the Hackney Empire; Kojo has been going from strength to strength since taking the US by storm, with his very own comedy show on MTV Base and becoming a presenter on Choice FM's Breakfast show.Live N Kicking was a total wipe out! And not for the first...
Kids Of Grime Present: Best Of Grime
The past few months have been a special time for fresh, free music. Tinie Tempah dropped his EP ‘Happy Birthday’, Dizzee Rascal released the ‘DirteeTV’ mixtape… the list goes on.Now Kids Of Grime have teamed up with DJ Spooky to record a super mix of the best, most played tracks of 2011 to summarise the epic year Grime had.'KidsOfGrime...
Introducing Youngman
Introducing an incredible rising vocalist Youngman - Radio 1 DJs have labelled him ‘the future of pop’ and his fresh new single ‘Who Knows?’ is causing a stir on the airwaves. Here we catch up with the singer. What inspires you to make music?In a word, life. I take influences from things that happened to me and things that have...
VOTE FOR ADAM DEACON!
The Orange Wednesdays Rising Star Award recognises the best up-and-coming actors and actresses in film. This is your chance to vote for Adam! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OucG_E5xeTw&feature=youtu.be VOTE FOR ADAM HERE at http://adam4bafta.com or text DEACON to 88080
MTV’s ‘Best Of The Best: UK MCs’ show is back!
The show that turned the UK music industry on its head in 2010 has returned to highlight the achievements of UK MCs from the genres of grime and hip-hop and rank those who shone the most in 2011. For the second time MTV did the almost impossible, yet achievable task of debating, discussing and compiling a list of the...