The Bullitts
The Bullitts essentially is Londoner Jemyes Samuels, who is a quirky and individual talent. He is not just a musician, writer and producer, but a filmmaker too who comes up with the concepts for his videos. Thye Die By Dawn and Other Short Stories is not just an album, but a whole story played out like a film. Lucy...
5 of the Best… Winter Jumpers
As it gets a bit colder all we really want to do is curl up in a ball with a cup of tea. But over the festive season we all know there are plenty of places to go and people to see, so why not look good while your doing it with 5 of the best Winter Jumpers.House of...
Young and Ambitious: DJ Fearney
London based DJ Fearney has been spinning vinyls, working on radio shows and generally grinding her backside off in the music scene for years - and its paid off. She has her own show on Deja Vu FM and regularly DJs for some hot London venues. I talk to the talented female DJ about the changes in the music...
Addictive Go Viral
You would have heard the original in nightclubs everywhere, and now girl band/duo Addictive have covered the funky beat with their own twist. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qudjfi3EJHs]The British duo from Manchester are now signed to 2NV records and will dropping new material next year - keep your ears peeled.
Rihanna: Big Record Breaker
Rihanna is reportedly “over the moon” with the news that she has achieved a quadruple number one, holding the top spot in the official album chart, official singles chart, airplay chart and TV charts.Her new album ‘Talk that Talk’ has become one of the fastest selling albums of the year and she has also spent more weeks at the...
Sneakbo shows us the wave
Sneakbo has just independently released his dance-influenced single ‘The Wave,’ which has been playlisted on Radio 1’s B list, and is produced by the dynamic duo Ill Blu. The single comes with a Nu Skool remix from Mike Delinquent, along with a Sibling dubstep remix and various others. The South London rapper can let his amazing Youtube and download...
‘THE RIOTS’ at The Tricycle
‘The Riots’ by Gillian Slovo is definitely a well put together piece of political theatre that both raises awareness as well as cause discussion regarding this years rioting across London and England.With real life accounts of the rioting, the actors did a fabulous job at impersonating familiar politicians, community leaders, police inspectors and members of the public all of...
Drool in the Name of Charity
This Christmas, why not do something that will make you feel good and help others in return?Men of Stone 2012 is the only calendar you will need next year; and it is certainly the hottest. The charity calendar is jam packed with the some serious eye candy that will have you swooning all year round.You can purchase your calendar...
JLS – Do You Feel What I Feel?
The nations favourite boyband are back with the brand spanking new video to their latest single, 'Do You Feel What I feel?' The single will be released on New Years Day and is the 3rd single to their album 'Jukebox'.The smooth single samples Bing Crosby's festive hit "Do You Hear What I Hear?" and I reckon its gonna be...
Exclusive: Download Miss DJ Candys brand new mix, Candylicious @missdjcandy
What can we say about Miss DJ Candy that hasn't been said already? She's toured and played her sets all over the world at some of the biggest clubs, for some incredible names at launch parties and events. Her eclectic style allows her to mix anything she wants better than a Kenwood blender. Her ability mix pretty much any...
Flavour’s Hot Tracks of the Week
Flavour present our 5 favourite tracks of the week. I have tried to clear steer of Drake this week, so please forgive me if one slips in... I really can’t help that he is a hit machine.Rihanna – ‘Cockiness’ (I Love It)[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbJRVufEX00]Taken from Rihanna’s sixth studio album, this is one of more controversial additions to the LP. Produced...
Wretch 32 Says Thank YOU
Its been a crazy year for Wretch 32. In 2011 he gained 2 top 5 singles with ‘Unorthadox’ and ‘Traktor’ as well releasing the phenomenal number 1 single ‘Don’t Go’ featuring Josh Kumra. His album 'Black and White’ went silver, getting to the top 5 in the charts. His headline tour sold out quicker than hot cakes (never quite...
Miss Flavour 1st runner up – Natalie Deegan
Flavour catches up with Natalie who placed 2nd in the annual Miss Flavour contest at Café De Paris on the 9th of November. Flavour talks to Natalie about preparation, friends she made and lots more. How did you prepare for the contest? I prepared for Miss flavour by taking on board all the things I had learnt in rehearsals I basically...
Flavour Review: Rihanna – ‘Talk That Talk’
We have seen Rihanna grow from a girl to a rebellious young adult – whilst her career has blossomed into the largest and most vibrant flower in the field, her personal life has been a sea full of waves that have certainly tried to knock her down – but shes only got up stronger, better and harder. I couldn’t...
Young & Ambitious – Mayamada
Flavour speaks to Lao Karunwi, Nigel Twumasi and Kwesi Ofori-Quaah, the founders of Mayamada, the t-shirt brand currently making waves in the wonderful world of Japanese manga and anime.What does Mayamada mean? The literal translation is "true arrow, true strike" but we actually got the name by doing a mash-up of the name “Mayasuki Yamada”. He’s the creator of the Mayamada...
See Chucky Venn in Eastenders tonight
London based actor Chucky Venn will be seen on screen for the first time tonight in Eastenders. He plays young Bianca's son Morgan’s father! Bianca who returned to the soap at Christmas will get the shock of her life when Ray (Venn) comes to the square. However, Ray gets a bigger shock as he has only recently discovered he is...
Flavour catches up with comedians Mo & KG
These guys are hilariously funny and its only fair that Flavour lets you find out a bit more about them. So here it is... Where did you grow up and what was it like? Mo-I had a good upbringing really; I grew up in South London, Camberwell/East Dulwich. It was good, it wasn’t the worst place to live or the best...
Where are they now? Wayne Wonder
With a string of hits in 2003, he smashed down the doors of the mainstream charts, introducing a new chapter of reggae music to the masses. The last time we heard from Grammy-nominated singer Wayne Wonder, he had us all bouncing along to singles like ‘No Letting Go’, which gained him global recognition as well as a Mobo Award....
Rising Roundhouse 2012 – The Line Up
From the 9 – 18 February 2012, you can see an explosion of new music courtesy of the famous Roundhouse in Camden. Focused on new music, this year will see Mz Bratt and others perform at the groundbreaking festival.As well as live music, Roundhouse Rising will be putting together a whole array of projects, panels, talks and workshops to...
Piff Gang Are Back
Piff gang have been around for a hot minute. The collective from North West London consists of members Phaze One, Super Dertie, Skout, Don Silk, J Rellz, Skits, Prince, DJ Motive and producers Budgie and Crankz. Phew (and breathe).They are supported by Semtex and SB.TV and have featured in The Source. The super group recently supported Mac Miller in...
Mumzy Stranger – ‘Can We Be Running’
Singer and songwrite Mumzy Stranger has been busy producing for new talent this year, but he couldn't depart from 2011 without giving us a single of his own. Check out 'Can We Be Running' here. http://www.youtube.com/v/xJ11UIaI51Q?version=3&hl=en_GBMumzy said of the single: "I wanted to put out something for the fans, who have been tweeting me and messaging me to release a...
Brad Pitt – Moneyball (in Cinemas Friday 25th November)
As I'm sure many of you devoted Brad Pitt fans know, the Hollywood Hunk's new film "Moneyball" hits cinemas THIS Friday (25th November) and to celebrate the release week we have some amazing pictures from the film. Also a trailer just to tease you and make the anticipation a little worse."Moneyball" is the story of Oakland A's general manager,...
Loick Essien – Exclusive Flavour Interview
Loick Essien is a man of many talents, although most of you will know him as a singer. From a very young age he was modeling and acting, having gone to Ravenscourt Theatre School. From the ages of seven to eleven he had already been in a short film, adverts, and had appearances in Doctors and Holby City. After...
New Band on the Block – RDB
The British Asian music scene is like a sachet of diamonds – small, rare, but precious and shining. RDB is a larger than life trio consisting of Punjabi brothers Kuly, Manj and Surj. Grafting for years, the band have worked with music heavyweights Snoop Dogg, Ludacris and Elephant Man.Combining Hip-Hop, Rock and Bhangra, the band have an exciting urban...
Sincere: By name, by nature – it’s now or never…
From the age of five, Sincere has been making the good girls fall for his rude boy charm. Now in 2011, this independent artist is not only turning heads with his music but also his style as owner of clothing line XYE. ‘Sincere is a sick rapper. Don’t know how he’s not famous. He should be up there with...
Introducing: Man Like Me
Man Like Me are a bit like your fun-loving, cool but gifted next door neighbours who gets to hang out late at night, attend some of the hottest parties and then make humorous rhymes about it all. The duo mainly consisting of Johnny Langer and Peter Duffy are instantly recognised for their unique blend of pop, rap, techno-grooves, eccentric...
The Community Channel : London 360
On Friday, the Flavour Team headed down to City Hall in London Bridge for an afternoon of inspiration, speeches, screenings, celebrity interviews and laughter. The Community Channel, run by the Media Trust, is an online channel which is also on Sky TV and Freeview. The channel is run by columnist and broadcaster Jasmine Dotiwala and gives young aspiring reporters the...
Wiley: Evolve Or Be Extinct
Wiley is back (well, he didn't actually leave) with his eighth studio album, ‘Evolve Or Be Extinct’. It is definitely an interesting and indeed relevant title, as we've watched him grow from Wiley Kat to Eski Boy, from dropping commercial hits like ‘Wearing My Rolex’ to then working with DJ Whoo Kid on the ‘Creating a Buzz’ mixtape - which is still heavily...
X Factor 2012 Tour
Simon Cowell might not be around, but he’s still cashing in. Plans have already been made for the last 9 acts of the 2011 show to hit the road in 2012 for The X Factor Live Tour 2012.The show will feature the bold Misha B, the little pixie child that is Janet Devlin, cutie Marcus Collins, The erm, interesting...
Review: Flavour Live – End of Year Bumper Special
The final Flavour Live of 2011 took off in spectacular fashion, with more acts than ever and a brand-new venue which pretty much defined the meaning of cool.Held in the Hoxton Bar and Kitchen in Shoreditch, the acts warmed up in the stage area as people ordered some colourful cocktails. Kicking off was AK S, who rapped a sober...