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Rihanna Goes Back to Black
The Bajan babe, who is constantly on everyone's lips, has ditched the blond locks and opted for a darker look. Part long and part shaved on the side; the do is much different to her recent softer hairstyles.The singer first revealed the look via twitter on April 2nd.The new do was then showcased in public as she boarded the US aircraft...
UK’s top 20 gym tracks
It’s that time of year again when, after two weeks of festive indulgence, thoughts turn to shifting those extra pounds. To help everyone kick-start their exercise regimes this January, PRS for Music has today released the most played songs by the UK’s fitness & gym instructors.PRS for Music, the organisation that collects royalties for songwriters and composers, has...
Down to Earth Flight Facilities must be in heaven after bagging Kylie
After surprising everyone with the announcement of their forthcoming debut album "Down To Earth" in August, Flight Facilities today officially unveil the biggest surprise of all; a feature on the album by Kylie Minogue. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZX8Ycvj0MHk&feature=youtu.beThe production pair has enlisted the icon for an acappella reprise of debut hit single "Crave You" – a fitting tribute to the Giselle-penned original that...
Touring with Keri Hilson
As Miss Keri kicks off her worldwide tour and makes her way to destinations like Dubai, Beirut and Berlin, I manage to catch the stunning star on the phone as she settles into her top Paris hotel.She is soon coming to London as part of her tour and will be bringing along UK singer/songwriter AnGel and fellow home grown...
New Music: Digital Soundboy Soundsystem official mix, ‘FABRICLIVE 63’
Explosive power house, Digital Soundboy Soundsystem is back with their first official mix, FABRICLIVE 63. Capturing the carnival spirit of its label and notorious parties perfectly, FABRICLIVE 63 is club mixes at its best. The upcoming album showcases sounds from drum n’ bass, dubstep, dancehall, garage, house and beyond. FABRICLIVE 63 was mixed by Digital Soundboy Soundsystem members, Shy...
First black FTSE 100 boss at Pru
Tidjane Thiam will become chief executive of Prudential in October, becoming the first black head of a FTSE 100 company.Mr Thiam joined Prudential from Aviva in 2007 and is now finance director at the firm. He will replace Mark Tucker.Originally from the Ivory Coast, Mr Thiam had previously been the country's Minister of Planning and Development. Mr Thiam will...
Nick Mohura releases latest single ‘Bellaqueando’
Expressing the beauty of an intimate moment, 'Bellaqueando' is the brand new single to come from Bogotá artist Nick Mohura. Definitely bringing the sound of summer, Nick Mohura's vocals sit on top of light steel pans and a reggaeton rhythm. With a mixture of tropical rhythms 'Bellaqueando' ventures into the fusion of Dancehall and Reggaeton. 'Bellaqueando' is definitely the love...
Niall Horan gives us a sweet taste of upcoming album ‘Heartbreak Weather’ with new single
Niall Horan will release his new album 'Heartbreak Weather' on March 13th, the follow-up to his 2017 US No. 1 album, 'Flicker' Ahead of Niall's album release, Horan shared new track 'No Judgement' today. Written with Julian Bunetta, Jesso Jr., John Ryan and Xplicit, 'No Judgement' is a sweet and velvety pop song that is accompanied by a quicky video. Talking...
Interview: Danny Howard
As the newest addition to Radio One, Danny Howard is a luminous illustration of how passion and tenacity can rapidly launch your career and bring you closer to your dreams. Break through his vivacious, (yet unassuming persona) and you will expose a young man who in five years, has polished his own unique, yet ‘sexy,’ style to secure residencies...
Mike ‘The Force’ drops epic House track ‘Living in the Moment’
Mike 'The Force' shines a new light on 2020 with this massive House release! A Dj of many electronic genres, Mike is skilful and proves his name to be as important as the House music titans we know and love! Sending us straight back to Ibiza, this track will have you reminiscing on sunshine and good times whilst also providing...
Pia Mia is ready to “Do It Again” with a little help from Tyga & Breezy!
Pia Mia is an 18 year old singer-songwriter who is already putting her stamp on the music business! Pia Mia is signed to Interscope Records who she has already dropped a 6 piece EP under.The EP was titled "The Gift" and it dropped back in February 2014. Since then the 18 year old released her debut official single "F**k With...
Introducing Anassa O’Neill, Who May Just Become The UK’s Next Big Thing
With so many young artists emerging at the moment, it can be so easy to overlook up and coming talents that really matters. One of the most exciting new acts to catch our attention is 12-year-old singer, songwriter Anassa O’Neill. The British schoolgirl has every right to be "Feeling Good" after her cover of Nina Simone’s classic has now...
Chill house artist Matt Monaco releases latest single ‘Planet Two’
Imagine breathing in the fresh sea air while dazed by a hazy California sunset. Matt Monaco creates a true form of escapism here in 'Planet Two', a chill-house track to transport us far away. This exciting concept was inspired by Matt discovering what a parallel reality to Earth could be! A soundscape wonder, for fans of Avicci, Petit Biscuit and...
Interview: Introducing The Novus
Birmingham based indie-punks The Novus release new track 'I Serve Not' Consisting of vocalist Connor Hill, guitarist Thomas Rhodes, Bassist Tyla Challenger and drummer Euan Woodman, the four boys were born in Stourbridge in the year 2000.Having grown up making music together at high school, they followed each other to college and made the collective decision to move in together in...
One Direction Kiss Me pics
The One Direction video ‘Kiss Me’ premieres today at 8pm. Check out these stills from behind the scenes of the video and the trailer.http://youtu.be/cOiBOmue4ys
Playing Sean ‘P. Diddy’ Combs
In this era of pre-fabricated music idols, people need to be reminded that that true icons are not made. They are born. That is what makes the story of the late Christopher Wallace, a.k.a. Notorious B.I.G., such a powerful one to chronicle. His was a life that would evolve into a veritable urban opera. From thug life...
The curse of groups in the Music Business!
As American all girl group Danity Kane come to a very bitter and messy end, we discuss the curse of groups in the music business! Time and time again talented individuals come together to create a powerful music group which is ready to take on the world. Many groups collect large fan bases based on the fact that individual fans...
Komanii drops latest single ‘If I Told You’
'If I Told You' is the fire new single to come from Kenyan born rapper and producer Komanii. Feel good and fun, the lyrics are taken from previously unreleased songs. Komanii was hit by a wave of creativity and inspiration and found the perfect palace for these unreleased lyrics. The result is a catchy track that tracks the progression of...
Interview: KISS FM presenter Charlie Hedges
Charlie Hedges is from Essex and currently presents KISS FM’s weekday Breakfast Show with Rickie and Melvin catching up with celebrities such as Nicki Minaj, Cheryl Cole and Rihanna. At only 25, Charlie stay focused and worked hard towards achieving her dream job. Her story can inspire us all. We decided to have a chat to find out about how...
A Taste of Flavour
With the expected change of season bringing those pre-winter blues, we at Flavour want to lighten the mood by serving up some highly seasoned appetizers, garnishing them with lashings of caustic zest and following up with a luscious aftertaste, that is guaranteed to leave you with food for thought. For most, September marks the beginning of mundane routine, gloomy...
kali Uchis new single ‘After the Storm’ plus headline London show announcement
The last few years have seen Kali Uchis setting the stage nicely for incipient stardom, but with Grammy nominations, slots at Coachella and a support tour with Lana Del Rey – not to mention a much-anticipated debut album - it is becoming abundantly clear that 2018 is hers for the taking. Taken from that forthcoming LP, “After the Storm” is a slinky, twinkling diamond of a...
Onyx live at Fabric
Djembe Entertainment Presents Onyx Live at Fabric. Sticky Fingaz and Fredro Starr from the US hip hop group take to the UK stage with support from Triple Darkness, Capital R and Rewd Adams. If you’re a true hip hop fan you will attend this event to hear classic tunes like Slam. This promises to be a classic and eventful...
Exclusive interview with new musical trio Divine Unity
Divine Unity are an up and coming girl band with a strong, unique sound which mixes pop, soul and inspirational music. Currently performing at Charlotte Street Blues, Amardeep Sohi catches up with Sasha, Martina and Sharlene to talk about their influences, the X-factor and what’s missing from the music industry.Tell me about how Divine Unity formed? Sasha: We fell into...
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...
Lady Lykez – Lykez Me Now EP
Female rapper Lykez is a phenomenal UK artist, her distinctive lyrical style and clever use of words, alongside her innate ability to command a stage and captivate an audience like a seasoned veteran, make her a serious force to be reckoned with! ‘Lykez Me Now’ is the debut release from this feisty female, and features a collection of 6 tracks. The ‘in your face’ lead...
I’m taking Route 94!
http://youtu.be/BGDwgjSASS8Route 94 is the name for the mercurial and rather elusive producer who has been smashing up the underground circuit.His back catalogue is extensive and too much for me to list for you but just take a trip onto the ubiquitous Soundcloud for his soulful brand of House.In this juncture he drops a so sexy, so sweet banger called...
Gratitude Set To Release Modern House music video for ‘That Feelin’
Bristol Electronic Duo Gratitude Set To Release Modern House music video for ‘That Feelin’ (feat. Nicole Jackson) On November 11th, 2015. Described as ‘Modern House Music’, Bristol’s Gratitude will release ‘That Feelin’ (feat. Nicole Jackson) this November, bringing a fresh rework of classic house music as they incorporate modern live elements with analogue processing, to create a balance between live...
RARE8-EEN releases latest single ‘Ma Story of Trap’
Unique, different, and rare, 'Ma Story of Trap' is the new single to come from Londoner RARE8-EEN. Written about the effect that prison had on his life, 'Ma Story of Trap' is brutally honest and explores lost opportunities. RARE8-EEN's optimism shines through in this track as he reaches for the top with a newfound laser focus and drive. RARE8-EEN explains...
NZ Oufit Raw Collective Releases A Timeless New Album ‘For The Ancients’
Straight off the success of their single ‘Waterproof Coat’ New Zealand outfit, Raw Collective returns with a timeless album ‘For The Ancients.’ ‘For the Ancients’ was aptly named from the band's fascination with ancient megaliths, the band felt like old souls, like they’ve lived that time before. “The album lyrically gets deep, but, like an old fairy tale, it can be...
PDC Founder Releases Documentary
PDC founder and South London’s most respected lyricist Jaj Soze has brought a new documentary to YouTube, causing controversy on the net and the streets. http://www.youtube.com/v/wmU5rqR4OGs?version=3&hl=en_GBJaja hooked up with Can Antony to bring us three videos which discuss the rappers life in Brixton, his views on the police and a very honest and open look at life in the music...