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SAS battle rappers are back with a new album
Rap duo SAS, comprised of Mega and his older brother Mayhem, have experienced near unbelievable highs for an unsigned UK act to frustrating lows. From battle rapping in iconic New York projects, affiliation with rap crew Dipset and Roc-a-Fella records, plus sitting in studio sessions with Jay-Z, Kanye West & Beyoncé whilst they created hits, namely UK & US...
Future Flavour
Lady Leshurr unleashed A little while ago I wrote a piece on UK femcees stating that the UK and the general rap game are a little thin on the ground. I did not mention Lady Leshurr. My apologies to Lady Leshurr for one of the femcees repping the UK. While she has been quiet she has been out producing a...
Paulette McKoy’s emotional art gallery
This Friday evening, Red Gate Gallery is holding a private gallery of Paulette McKoy's emotional work entitled 'The Power of Synergy'.In her first solo exhibition, Paulette McKoy captivates the changing moods and feelings that we as humans experience in relationships, through her subconscious creating a series of abstract paintings, expressed by vibrant yet soothing subtle lines and brush strokes,...
Dirty Danger-‘ I aint rich yet’ review
As an old- school follower of the team that Dirty danger emerged from entitled ‘Ruff Squad’ I was more than excited to hear his new CD. ‘ I aint rich yet’ began with an old skit displaying Dirty Danger’s primary lyrics and ancient flows- it already set the mood and enabled me to get comfortable as the tracks began...
Kelly Rowland at X-Factor auditions
Kelly Rowland has finally got her groove back. With her sexy number one smash hit with Lil Wayne Motivation, her latest single What A Feelin’ killing dance-floors worldwide. Bagging the job as a judge on the UK’s X-Factor as a replacement to Dannii Minogue has to be the icing on the cake. The singer looked amazing as she joined...
My Lyrical Love Story
An 80s baby by name, an 80s baby by nature, I grew up listening to the eclectic sounds of Xscape, Bob Marley, Chaka Demus and Pliers and Spandau Ballet? These sounds were some of the first to penetrate my ears, educate my mind and move my body, beginning to form the basis of what is now one of my...
Jalal Sunstrum releases debut single ‘Solomon’s Judgement’
Remembering ancient wisdom, 'Solomon's Judgement' is the latest single to come from Canadian alternative rocker Jalal Sunstrum. Taking inspiration from the biblical story of the Judgement of Solomon, Jalal Sunstrum worked with Reno Sensal to compose the guitar riffs. Although the composition process was relatively easy, the challenge lay in the mixing. 'Solomon's Judgement' will be Jalal Sunstrum's debut official...
Introducing stunning girlgroup DeltAmour
DeltAmour are known as Cassie, Oriana and Jess, each of the girls brings an element to the group, with great harmonies and talent to shine these girls are ready to be noticed! London Live Performancehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVcCdj7RAq4The girls have performed for the first time on London Live, singing ‘Money on My Mind’ by chart topping sensation Sam Smith, the girls got to...
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Arlissa ft Nas ‘Hard To Love Somebody’
As an 19-year-old rising singer, it’s not very often you get a call from a hip hop legend asking to be featured on your record or even demanding to meet you face-to-face.For Arlissa, this was the call of a lifetime. The legend in question is: Nas. Ranked as the fifth Greatest MCs of All Time by MTV, Arlissa’s song...
House artist DJ Swalas releases latest single ‘Music Live’s in Me’ featuring Loretta
'Music Live's in Me' is the latest single to come from South African House producer DJ Swalas featuring vocals from Loretta. The instrumental was written over two weeks as DJ Swalas perfected and crafted the beat and groove. Once this was perfect, the rest of the track was written in a short period of time, the track encapsulates the love...
JP Saxe releases video for emotional new track ‘A Little Bit Yours’
Toronto-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, JP Saxe pulls on heart-strings with video for 'A Little Bit Yours'. You may know JP Saxe from his powerful duet with Julia Michaels titled 'If The World Was Ending' which led to his late-night TV debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Since then JP released his highly anticipated six-track debut EP 'Hold It Together'...
Introducing London based RnB singer-songwriter Ayelle
Ayelle is a London based RnB singer-songwriter from Sweden who not only has a love for music but also has a love for journalism too. Today we are very proud to introduce Flavourmag's very own freelance writer and rising music artist, Ayelle! Hi Ayelle, how are you?Hi, I’m very well thank you!Introduce yourself to our readers and tell them a...
X Factor Gamu Makes Come Back With Debut ‘Shake The Room’
You may already be familiar with Gamu following her appearance on the X Factor which resulted in an uproar after she was not put through to the live shows by Judge Cheryl Cole. But now the 21-year-old is back with her debut which sees her moulding her own brand of sound whilst fusing 1960’s soul with modern rap. When Gamu...
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...
One To Watch: Joey Bada$$ Is Crossing Over
As far as his flow, he keeps it simple, yet remarkably effective. Brooklyn based teenager Joey Bada$$ swiftly became an instant hit over the last year with several acclaimed mixtapes. The rising star made quite an entrance into the hip hop world with the release of his highly praised ‘1999′ E.P. in June 2012. At the gentle age of 17,...
The Stray Doggz team up with Stormzy and Wretch 32 for the blistering Skank Out.
Faceless London producer duo, The Stray Doggz team up with Stormzy and Wretch 32 for the blistering Skank Out. Skank Out is a bass heavy street anthem and with the two verbose lyricist of Wretch 32 and Stormzy sparring like it’s a Pacquiao and Mayweather show down. In the famous words of Jigsaw from the popular film franchise Saw-GAME OVER! STRAY DOGGZ//WRETCH32//STORMZY Contact Semperhttps://soundcloud.com/straydoggzmusic/skank-out-dirty
Jay – Mr Shellington releases new single ‘Pakistans’ Ft. King Licious
Jay – Mr Shellington, alternatively known as Njabulo, has recently released his newest single Pakistans on 15th January. His music reflects multiple genres ranging from Hip-hop, House and RnB through to Gospel and Soul. His first experience with music composition came from joining a Gospel music group in Durban back in 2012. He later discovered his love for hip-hop and...
Win tickets to U Got Jokes
Fun-filled comedy event U Got Jokes returns to film their fifth DVD at IndigO2 on April 30 and you can win tickets, Champagne, a U Got Jokes goody bag and some Strawberries & Cream through a reverse auction.U Got Jokes returns for a night of comedy and music at London’s IndigO2 on Saturday April 30 with performances from Fumbi...
5 of the Best… Snapbacks
The hottest trend with both males and females this season in Streetwear is Snapbacks. Both in the US and UK these new caps have taken the world by storm being seen on celebrity heads such a Drake and Rihanna.Playdot Apparel £19.99JacqstarLondon £20 each OBEY Clothing £27.00Benjart £30.00M.O.D.U Designs £39.99 It's not too late to pick up one of these snapbacks for a loved one...
Jhene Aiko – Souled Out set for release 8th Sept @JheneAiko
The exquisite Jhene Aiko is days away from debuting her album ‘Souled Out’ which will be released on the 8th September via Def Jam/Virgin EMI. ‘To Love & Die’ and ‘The Pressure’ are just 2 of the 14-track collection that have been made available so far and give an insight to how beautifully crafted, and how much of Jhene’s soul...
Music Compilation album ‘Let The Music Give’ set to be released through Generous Records
Generous Records are set to release their latest compilation album titled Let the Music Give on the 22nd February 2019. The record aims to raise money for charity's supporting cancer research and sufferers of motor neurone disease. Founded by Jon Peel, Generous Records is a project aimed at showcasing a range of genres within just one record. Peel has worked in the industry for a number of years now,...
Introducing TRUTH @iamstilltruth
The first offering from Truths latest project, BKS Reloaded. Featuring Londons 'King of the Underground' Joe Black, fresh from his own project (King of The Underground 2) which also features Truth's production. The dramatic trap beat mixed with Truth and Joes delivery on the mic, ensure Make It Work will be a street anthem!BKS is available on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/bks-reloaded-ep/id720835742
Fan’s allowed into Michael Jackson’s cemetery
It has almost been a year since the King of Pop Michael Jackson tragically passed away but fans will be pleased to find out that they are allowed into the cemetery where the late king of pop is buried on the anniversary of his death on 25 Jun.A spokesman for LA police have confirmed an area will be set...
Fuzay bringing you some Winnaz Therapy.
Londoner Fuzay comes out with his fresh bit of niceness in the shape of his mix-tape Winnaz Therapy. Featuring a host of some names like Wiz Khalifa and Loick Essien, Fuzay is to be honest damn busy. So busy in fact that like it was a double time session I literally only got five minutes with the man himself.Not...
Where are they now? Another Level
On the 12th July 1998 UK R&B boy band Another Level reached the top of the charts with single ‘Freak Me’. Signed with Jay-Z’s Roc-A-Fella Records, the band and were at the height of the charts in the late 90’s. Modelled on US R&B chart toppers at the time, Blackstreet, Another Level was a change from the cheesy pop...
Artist Chucks Èhtréppär releases latest single ‘ON ME’
'ON ME' is born together with a debut EP 'Afro-Trap The First' from Chucks Èhtréppär! After hearing a vibey beat and promising himself 2020 is the year to discover his style, Chucks Èhtréppär jumped headfirst into creating the incredible Afro-Pop/Afro-Trap tune, 'ON ME'. No more wasting precious time, this track was recorded 100% solo and is worth the listen! Influenced by...
Tinie Tempah Premieres New Single, ‘Trampoline’ Feat. 2 Chainz
After a two-year break, Tinie Tempah is back! Picking up from where he left off with his 2011 hit, 'Till I'm Gone', the award-winning rapper dropped by MistaJam’s BBC 1Xtra show to premiere his brand new single, ‘Trampoline’, featuring 2 Chainz. The Diplo produced cut delivers musically, rather than in words. No less effective than Tinie’s grimy, flow, over...
Interview: milk. talk new music, bad habits and their UK/EU 2021 tour
Meet the four-piece alternative-pop band that is taking Ireland's music scene by storm Formed by members Mark McKenna, Conor Gorman, Conor King and Morgan Wilson on New Year's Day in 2019, Dublin-based alternative-pop band milk. have been on the rise ever since. With over 100,000 Spotify streams, the band has managed to connect quickly with their fans, making music for the...
Che Lingo Announces New EP ‘Better Versions’
The official release for the highly anticipated debut EP from rising rapper Che Lingo – crowned the “master of tempo” by MTV was announced today. Better Versions (T.R.I.P/ Ditto Music)will be released 9th September 2016. The EP features the lead single Better Versions which has received massive support from BEATS 1 RADIO and APPLE MUSIC.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YBdF6nl6YwLingo’s new single is the follow-up to his 2016 debut ‘Channelling The Waves’....