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Christmas Central London Nightclub Shooting
We didn't know nightclub were open on Christmas Day but apparently they are as a man has died after being shot inside a nightclub in London's West End, Scotland Yard has said.One man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the shooting which happened at around 3am this morning at Avalon in Shaftesbury Avenue.The suspect is being questioned...
Annika Allen’s Editors Letter Issue 9
Somebody recently said to me that if your dream isn’t bigger than you then it’s not your dream. I have big dreams for the future of Flavour. I won’t tell you what they are yet because I’d rather you witness the results then hear our ideas but I pray that my team and I have the strength and source...
The top worst first date ideas of all time chosen by @lovestruck
The top worst first date ideas of all time chosen by Lovestruck.comThe chemistry is sizzling, the connection is there and you can’t wait to get to know more about them. If two people are meant to be together, it doesn’t matter where you go on your first date, right? Wrong! Where you go on a first date sets the...
Win tickets to see Emeli Sande and Naughty Boy at ILUVLIVE
On 16th June ILUVLIVE is celebrating ten years as the UK's leading homegrown live music event. To celebrate, Naughty Boy and Emeli Sande are back to perform some of their favourite tracks together. This is a rare opportunity to see these A-listers in an intimate setting with support from some of the UK's hottest emerging acts and we have...
Christian Jules worried over Take That and JLS clash
Rising Star and cousin of Oritse Williams from JLS shares fears over the release date of both Take That and JLS’s new singles on 14th November 2010.With a chart battle going on between JLS and Take That and with the return of pop superstar Robbie Williams cousin of Oritse Williams (JLS) Christian Jules is in full support of his...
Winners for the 6th annual Urban Music Awards 2008 announced
The 6th annual Urban Music Awards took place at the IndigO2 on the 15th of November 2008.The much anticipated event kicked off in the heart of London's IndigO2. The red carpet was filled with celebrities from the world of music, fashion, television who all came out in force to support the Urban Music Awards UK. From Bobby Davro, Ms....
True Blood: Season 3 preview
Are you a fan of True Blood? Here at Flavour we are. If you are lucky enough to have Sky the second season has just finished with Bill asking Sookie to marry him and Bill...well just in case you haven't seen it yet I won't say what has happend to him. Check out the trailer for season 3 of...
Zarif on style, X-Factor, and taking inspiration from Janelle Monae
Bringing pop back to the London scene, Zarif takes inspiration from the oldies like Prince, Stevie Wonder and the timeless edge of Michael Jackson. Here at Flavour, the 24 year old talks about getting herself into the spotlight and all things happening at the moment.You’re one of the very few London-bred solo-artists who can bring something different to the...
got2b hot new hair product range for the fashion conscious
Schwarzkopf introduces a brand new styling range got2b. It's great for creating extreme styles and keeping them in place and the range also includes the world's first pheromone-filled gel!This number 4 US product range was inspired by street styles and designed with hair stylists to create attitude for hair. Its high impact finish creates gravity defying looks and is...
Yesterday, today tomorrow – poem by Heathcliff
I am, as you see me today;The me of yesterday you do not know...Today, I’m lost.In alien territory, completely unfamiliar.New roads to take; new turnings to make…Today is a new day,Today everything seems differentToday is not like yesterdayAnd I feel as though yesterday cannot help me with what today brings,So new is today, that I feel unprepared...where did the...
Kojo: The man behind the comedy awards
The self titled 'Fresh Prince of Hackney' Kojo is arguably one of the biggest talents to come out of the black comedy circuit. His Sunday Comedy Club began, what can only be described as a new UK culture or way of life; Sunday Show's are now all the rage, with many comeidans commending him for tehir success. With several...
On the Frontline with Princess Nyah
Seductive vocals, lyrical prowess and a strong exuberant nature are just a few words to describe the royalty that is Princess Nyah. Hailing from Harlesden, this bright young star has fast been making a name for herself as a multi-talented artist. With the titles rapper and singer/song-writer under her belt Princess Nyah undoubtedly possesses an entrepreneurial spirit that is...
Win tickets to see unmissable Ne-Yo and Trey Songz in UK Tour
The UK’s hottest rapper makes a long awaited return. Chart topping sensation Chipmunk and Trey Songz will join Ne-Yo on his UK tour this February/March. Fans will get to see the double MOBO Award winner special guest with US R&B sensation Trey Songz making these shows truly unmissable and you could be in with a chance of winning tickets...
Christian Jules
The next RnB singing sensation from Hammersmith, London prepares to follow in his cousin and member of boyband JLS; Ortise' footsteps this year with the release of his new single "Diamonds and Pearls" (November 2010, from forthcoming album Slow Magic.) Growing up and singing with Ortise, Christian Jules was originally offered a place with JLS prior to them auditioning on...
One Minute in May Trailer
The One Minute in May campaign aims to get all the Premier League football and Championship clubs to hold a minute's silence, applause, ballon release or whatever they feel is appropriate to honour all the victims of violent crime before the final matches on 3rd and 24th May 2009.http://www.youtube.com/v/dqDMAu8_-Ic
Good Girl Gone Bad
Mindless nights in the dark depths of east London.Photography: Ewelina Stechnij, Styling: Gemma Swan & Neesha Sharma, Hair & Makeup: Katrina Appie using Armani, Model: Egle at bookings Models
MOBO AWARDS 2008
The Music of Black Origin better known as the MOBO awards are upon us. And the nominations for 2008 have been released. Estelle, Dizzee Rascal, Leona Lewis and Wiley have topped the nomination listings this year.The award show will take place on October 15th at Wembley Arena. This year’s hosts will come in the shape of Spice Girl Mel...
This is UK Grime: Volume 2
The UK Grime compilation of the year has been released this month and Flavour Magazine have 5 copies of the CD to give away to our lovely readers. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkYJuv82ME0]The album is jam packed, with 40 tracks featuring the best in the game, from pioneers Wiley and Dizzee Rascal, joker JME, old school nutter Crazy Titch, the man of 2011...
Love is a losing game university tour – 2 shows left
Written and co-directed by emerging playwright and director Babi Isako, ‘Love Is A Losing Game’ is based on a group of friends in their final year of University. It’s time to decide whether to hold on, or to let go and forget the past. Played by a remarkably talented cast, we join the friends on their journey through the...
10 stunning Rita Ora images
For all you Rita Ora fans out there, we have compiled 10 stunning Rita Ora images for your collection. As Rita is so HOT RIGHT NOW and steadily moving her way up the fame ladder, we thought this little collection of images shows her diverse, sexy and cute her look is. What do you think about these Rita Ora images?...
Biggest urban music event: 1Xtra Live
Urban music's hottest names have been confirmed to perform at the third ever BBC Radio 1Xtra Live, which this year takes place at London’s Wembley Arena on Saturday 25th September.N-Dubz will headline the biggest free urban music event the UK will see. Tulisa from the band said: “We can't wait for 1Xtra Live....
Dubplate Drama 3 – behind the scenes
Duplate Drama is back this week with its third series and Flavour has a copy of series 1 and 2 of to giveaway to get you ready for the third instalment. To be in with a chance to win answer this question: What is the name of the group who featured on the track Number 1 who...
Nominations For MTV Europe Music Awards Are Now Out
MTV have released the nominations for the Europe Music Awards, with Lady Gaga taking the lead with a whopping six nominations. The born this way star was nominated for Best Song, Best live Act, Best Female Act, Best video Act, Best Pop Act and Biggest fan. Katy Perry and Justin Bieber came in second place with both artists receiving four...
Tom Cruise shows off his hip hop dance moves
Tom Cruise can sometimes come across as uptight and in the past I have wondered if he even knows how to have fun but his performance with Jennifer Lopez at the MTV Movie Awards yesterday proved that he actually does have a sense of humor. As his wife Katie Holmes cheered him on he showed off his hip hop...
Diddy Dirty Money: Well, hello, good morning? This train was worth the wait
The debut album from the new supergroup of multi-platinum selling, three-time Grammy-winning Sean Diddy Combs, singer-songwriter Dawn Richard and songwriter Kalenna Harper has finally arrived, after much delay. An electro-hip-hop-soul-funk experience blending elements of UK grime, Mediterranean techno and the 808s of American hip hop, Last Train to Paris...
Beauty Insider – Hope
This month’s Beauty Insiders are girl group Hope. After the whole X-factor frenzy, Flavour caught up with the girls to find out the beauty secrets to their flawless looks.How was your time on the X-Factor? Emily: It was just amazing – I still can’t believe from the first audition how far we have come from solo artists to a band...
Frosted Ice present…
Check out some the of latest work from Frosted Ice artists: 2Amplified, D Money, Fredi Kruga, N.Y.D, Kedesha and Naye.Frosted Ice Inc, supported by The Princes Trust, provide funding for those who want to start there own business. They target young people and aim to provide a sense of community through music, which can help to combat the social...
Public Enemy And Donna Summer Inducted Into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Public Enemy and the late Donna Summer will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next year.The hip hop pioneers will become the fourth only rap group to be honoured joining Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, Run DMC and The Beastie Boys. The group formed in 1982 is widely hailed as one of the forefathers...