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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...

KOF: Putting Liverpool back on the musical map

Born to a bi-racial family and raised in a multi-faceted environment, helped to shape KOF’s early musical taste and lay the foundations for his unique and inimitable style. KOF’s music blends various elements ranging from retro to electro, urban to pop – coupled with the impressive capability to switch his style from dirty, grimey rap lyrics to soulful and...

2011 Movie blockbusters to look forward to

Flavour’s film fiends bring you the ultimate guide to macho movies coming soon. Forget the gym and head to the cinema… All that popcorn action may even help build up those guns.The Mechanic: Out now Hard-core action, violence and a lot of knitted jumpers… what more could you want from a Jason Statham movie? Here the King of Tough is...

Is Nicki Minaj swagger jacking Lil Kim’s style?

Is Nicki Minaj swagger jacking Lil Kim's style? Drake has reportedly defended Nicki Minaj after Lil Kim and Ray J suggested that the newcomer should pay her respects to Kim.The rap veteran told a concert audience on Friday that Minaj ought to pay homage to her for paving the way for her recent success.While Drake blasted Lil Kim and...

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...

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...

Analyser by Aluna George review

The song Analyser by the hot new duo Aluna George banged through my laptop speakers as I sat down and gave them a taste of their own medicine and analysed them. Their sound was unique and to be honest is not normally my cup of tea, however the lyrics were extremely effective and the repetition was thought provoking and...

Spirit Of London Awards: Meet The Finalists

Dubbed the ‘Community Oscars’, the Spirit Of London awards was initially created by the Damilola Taylor Trust searching to find youngsters in London doing outstanding things in their community. The awards – now in it's fourth year launched in 2009 following the murder of ten-year-old Damilola. Spirit of London have a host of well-known supporters including, Rio Ferdinand, who said:...

GTA IV – The latest Grand Theft Auto game will blow your mind…

When it comes to car-stealing, granny-punching urban games, there can be no imitations. Grand Theft Auto has always been the gangster game everyone talks about, and the series is about to come into its prime. After way too much waiting and plenty of hype, Grand Theft Auto IV is almost here. So, what’s new? If you’re a fan of...

And the Verdict is…

The first X Factor with (almost) a complete new judging panel was watched by 10.5 million views on Saturday. The newly formed panel: N-Dubz’s Tulisa Contostavlos, former Destiny Child's singer  Kelly Rowland, Gary Barlow from Take That and show veteran, Louis Walsh took their seats for the first round of auditions on ITV 1 Saturday evening. The four judges already...

Rising JA star Romain Virgo

Flavour introduces you to rising Jamaican singing sensation Romain Virgo.We know you since you won the Digicel Rising Stars last year. Could you tell us more about this competition and your early years ? I think it's the best competition that has ever happened to Jamaica, the best start that a prospective artist could ever get. Digicel Rising Stars was...

The UK’s hip hop elite perform at Zan

So I arrived late… it was my fault… could’ve kicked myself and in all honesty I still should… in fact, I just might!! I knew weeks in advance. The biggest UK Hip Hop Event of the year happening in the month of January with the UK’s heaviest of the heavyweights minus TY (which might I add I messaged...

5 new trailers from X-Men First Class

X-MEN FIRST CLASS charts the epic beginning of the X-Men saga, and reveals a secret history of famous global events. Before mutants had revealed themselves to the world, and before Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr took the names Professor X and Magneto, they were two young men discovering their powers for the first time. Not archenemies, they were...

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...

Fresh and Funky summer styles

Stylist to the stars Denise Brown and super cool photographer Daniel Thomas went to Camden, London to create fashion magic with this fabulous shoot. With clothes modelled by Claire Norris, hair by Carl Campbell and make-up by Hila Basir the results of this exclusive fashion shoot are amazing.Photographer: Daniel Thomas www.danielthomasphoto.com Stylist:: Denise Brown www.denisebrownstylist.com Hair: Carl Campbell using Bumble...

Sox – Winning & Chilling

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Following his launch in to the limelight on the top 20 selling album Lord of the Mics 3, Sox releases his debut album, ‘Winning & Chilling’ via the Lord of the Mics record label. As part of one of the most exciting and credible Grime collectives, Invasion Alert from Birmingham, Sox has performed at sell-out shows throughout the UK including...

Ladys Gaga’s boyfriend Luc Carl dumped his girlfriend to get back together with the pop star

New York-barman Luc has been close to Gaga – real name Stefani Germanotta – for four years, and the pair rekindled their romance after she returned to the ‘Big Apple’ to visit him last month.The ‘Alejandro’ singer was unaware Luc was dating someone else when she went to see him and the hunk ditched his other love when he...

BASS Festival 2011

BASS Festival (British Arts and Street Sounds), the UK’s only month-long celebration of Black music and art, returns to Birmingham in June with a city-wide feast of urban culture.Now in its sixth year, BASS 2011 is bringing the theme of Revolution to Birmingham with a range of music, arts and fashion events in venues across the city.Ammo Talwar, founder...

Another One Bites The Dust: Wiz Khalifa Wanted By Cops

It's been reported that the 'Black and Yellow' rapper is wanted for questioning in relation to an alleged hit and run accident.According to TMZ a mystery woman in LA has filed a police report claiming Wiz smashed into her car and then fled the scene. Apparently the woman was working on a video shoot with the rapper and...

Win tickets to a hair & beauty show – An evening with Dionne and Joy

We have a pair of tickets to give away to an exclusive hair and beauty show. Industry legends hair stylist Dionne Smith and makeup artist Joy Adenuga will share tutorials and the latest beauty trends live on stage at this exclusive intimate one-off event which is ideal for inspiration. There will be catwalk shows, complimentary nail art and goody...

Khalia’s new single Climb

At only 16 and with an amazing voice Khalia is at the beginning of her musical journey but she is already working musical big wigs such as Curtis Richardson (Rihanna/J-Lo), Pilfinga and Cutfather (Jordin Sparks/Pussycat Dolls), Karl Gordon (Sugababes/All Saints), and Darren Martyn (Sadie Ama/Fugative). The tail end of last year saw her promo record 'Candy Rain'; on heavy...

50 Cent maybe appearing at Lloyd Bank’s concert

Rumours have been vast spreading about the likelihood of Hip Hop icon 50 Cent, making an appearance at his fellow G-Unit member, Lloyd Banks’ exclusive London concert.Lloyd Banks is scheduled to play at the IndigO2 Greenwich, London this coming Friday. The event will not only be Banks’ first UK show, since touring alongside 50 Cent back in 2007, but...

Pics: Superbowl 2013

US Singer Alicia Keys performed the National Anthem at the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Pregame Show in New Orleans, Louisiana as the Baltimore Ravens took the field to play against the San Francisco 49ers.The 32 year-old wore a figure-hugging red gown and sat down at a white piano during her performance at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Jennifer Hudson sang an...

Former Day26 member Que, debuts video for ‘Medicine’

Here's the much anticipated video from Que for his debut single 'Medicine'. The former Day26 member was one of the stars from P.Diddy's reality series 'Making The Band' and now he's starring in his own video, enjoy! Read his exclusive interview with Flavour here.[vimeo 26599323 w=620 h=350]AnthonyQ - "Medicine" Official Video from LightUp Film on Vimeo.

24 tickets to giveaway for Flavour’s exclusive screening of Black Dynamite

FLAVOUR TEAMS UP WITH ICON TO OFFER FANS THE CHANCE TO WIN TICKETS TO SEE BLACK DYNAMITE ON TUESDAY 10th AUGUST AT 6PM – WEST END VENUE http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9/73340884001?isVid=1&isUI=1When “The Man” murders his brother, pumps heroin into local orphanages, and floods the ghetto with adulterated malt liquor, BLACK DYNAMITE is the one hero willing to fight all the way from the blood-soaked city streets...

Nicole Scherzinger feeling “mega broody”

Nicole Scherzinger is "mega broody" and wants to have a baby.  The Pussycat Dolls singer is keen to start a family and has been discussing it with her Formula 1 racing driver partner Lewis Hamilton, who is also said to be keen to become a parent.According to Britain's Hello! magazine, Nicole told a friend: "I'm mega broody and so...

Katy Perry moving to London?

Katy Perry wants to live in London with her fiance Russell Brand, after the pair get hitched later this year.The 'California Gurls' singer loves the UK capital - where Russell lived before heading to the US to be with Katy - because it is such an exciting city.She said: "I think I would probably go to London, and not...