Music
Sophia (Flavour Goes Live P1 follow-up)
‘I love it when my tune comes on in a rave and I could be stood in the middle of the floor and no one knows it’s me singing on the track. Witnessing people singing the lyrics to a track I wrote is an amazing feeling,’ declares Sophia, the lady behind the sweet vocals on infectious funky house track...
The Saturdays set to take on America
The Saturdays are officially taking on America!! Firstly, The Sat's are currently tucked away in a US studio recording their next album, due out early next year.The girls have just finished shooting the video to their BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘What About Us’ in LA which will serve as their first ever American single, as well as their new single...
Rio Ferdinand foundation launch
England and Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand, is set to bring the world’s biggest names from sport, entertainment and politics together at the launch of his charity, The Live the Dream Foundation, on the 16th December 2009.Ferdinand has set up the foundation to reach out to all young people including those from disadvantaged backgrounds to help them find employment...
Joel Compass Unveils Debut ‘Back To Me’
Bursting out of London’s underground music scene Joel Compass has unveiled the brand spanking new video for his debut single ‘Back To Me’. The singer-songwriter, whose music has drawn comparisons to Frank Ocean and Jamie Woon, has long had music coursing through his veins. His uncompromising approach to music-making - seen in his introduction, is eye-catching. It tells the story...
From Boyhood to Manhood Foundation charity race
If your New Year's resolutions include getting fit and helping make a difference by doing something for a charity. Your dedication will help us to raise fund and support From Boyhood to Manhood Foundation’s projects. FBMF’s aims and objectives are to transform the lives of disadvantaged and disaffected young people. The advancement of education, training or retraining, particularly among...
Lethal Bizzle and Fightstar Premiere on Jagermeister Launch
This week the launch of Jagermeister’s new UK website, featuring Fightstar and Lethal Bizzle on a one-off track collaboration that’s sure to set it off with a “ POW!”This new website will give viewers unlimited access to Jagermusic band profiles such as Bullet for my Valentine, Enter Shikari and Fighstar.The two equally great musical talents Lethal Bizzle and Fighstar,...
Review: Monica – New Life
New Life is the highly anticipated new album from the multi platinum, Grammy award winning artist, Monica. Defining cool R’n’B, the record is a soulful mix of clean melodies, vocals and beats. Coming to you in a standard and deluxe version, the record delivers robust rhythms and provides a soundtrack ideal for relaxation.This beautifully, sweet creation produces memorable R’n’B...
Venus vs. Mars Ep. 5 & 6
Watch the last two episodes of Venus vs Mars the fantastic online series.Does Michael return for Venus? Will Shakira propose? What will happen with the other couples in Venus vs Mars. Find out now. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFIi2plwQQQhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaPIkDgc8fw
P Diddy stars in new film
P Diddy will be starring as mogul boss Sergio Roma in the comedy 'Get Him to the Greek' with Jonah Hill and Russell Brand.Sergio Roma sets a task for the 24-year old ambitious Aaron Green (Hill) to escort a rock god to L.A's world famous Greek Theatre for a huge comeback tour. Rock god Aldous Snow (Brand) has brilliant...
Style can be brought
Welcome to INSIDEspyce your window to what's hot and not from restaurants to music, bars to clubs, exclusive spots to underground movies, fashion to talent and much more.This week I returned to a style icon and laced up my Adidas Gazelles. Do you remember? Also worth a mention is Gerard Butler returns in the new movie The Ugly Truth...
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Kissing Frogs part 7
Every fortnight Zowie Edwards will be regaling Flavour readers with her dating tales from the Urban Jungle…….If last column’s date surprised me by being a million times yummier in the flesh than a two dimensional photo could ever suggest, this fortnight’s guy had, sadly, the exact opposite effect.Note to all internet daters: Be extremely wary of black-and-white photos. They...
SMASH OF THE WEEK: Charlotte Devaney v’s Noize Parade ‘ POP IT ‘ @CharlottDevaney
After the success of her recent club Banger Flip It feat Snoop Dogg, DJ/Producer/Artist Charlotte Devaney is back with this crazy Trap offering, with a drop that shakes the whole club this track is set to do some serious damage! Charlotte’s International DJ Career has given her the knowledge on what makes the dance floor Jump, and this track...
5 reasons we are exciting about seeing Archie Shepp Attica Blues Orchestra + ticket giveaway
American saxophonist Archie Shepp is performing his seminal 1972 album Attica Blues with a new orchestra in an evening of Jazz at the Barbican at the end of November.The band will be mesmerising us with one of the greatest jazz albums, Attica Blues, alongside some newly added compositions.Here are 5 reasons why we're excited about going:1) Archie Shepp is an inspiration, he is not...
Kid Gospel Highlights The Formula For Success On New Track, ‘Successful’
Were you unable to attend church this weekend? Not to worry; you’re in for a treat from Kid Gospel. Taken from his latest mixtape, 'I’m Doing Me Part Two,’ the rapper ascends to a higher place of consciousness on his brand new single, ‘Successful.’ Up-and-coming singer Rasharn Powell, who features on the track, delivers the infectious Biblically-allusive chorus, while...
P.Diddy’s Bad Boy of Comedy Will-E Robo performs at Hackney Empire
Animated, energetic, charismatic, and hysterical are just a few words that describe America’s unique, award winning comedy talent Will-E Robo. Billed as P’diddy’s No.1 Bad boy of comedy (the U.S. HBO TV series,) Will is a universal comedian, overflowing with energy, combining his hilarious story-telling abilities with amazing sound effects. With heavyweight UK support from Slim, Kat B, Wayne...
Jamie Lynn Spears has gone all Country @jamielynnspears @LaurenFlavour_x
'Jamie Lynn Spears is no longer the little sister of pop star Britney Spears. She has stepped into the music spotlight on November 26 when she released her first music video for 'How Could I Want More'.Jamie Lynn Spears looks absolutely stunning in the video and the 22 year old has brought out her country side and the resemblance between...
Whitney’s ex Bobby was emotionally abusive
Whitney Houston took drugs, including cocaine and marijuana, with ex-husband Bobby Brown, who was emotionally abusive during their marriage and at one point spit on her, the singer said during an interview that aired Monday on "The Oprah Winfrey Show.""I had so much money and so much access to what I wanted," Houston told Winfrey. "I didn't think about...
Throwback Thursdays: Bow Wow feat. Ciara – Like You
I have no idea where this dynamic duo is in the world right now, but in 2005, this was a summer sizzler and is still Bow Wow’s biggest chart topper to date. I remember attempting to sing the chorus and becoming frequently frustrated, as I never could without becoming out of breath. Darn you, Ciara.http://www.youtube.com/v/b-EqP0BLy1Q?version=3&hl=en_GB
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...
Mothers Day Love
Last Sunday is Mothers Day and there are many artists who have produced songs to show how much they appreciate their Mothers. Here are our top five:2Pac - Dear Mama:http://www.youtube.com/v/JNcloTmvTeAGyptian - Mama:http://www.youtube.com/v/mDLKgas3VAcBoys II Men - A Song for Mama:http://www.youtube.com/v/IAh0Tn0B8GkGhostface Killah feat. Mary J Blige:http://www.youtube.com/v/rdEP1aZH8G4Sean Paul - Mama I Love You:http://www.youtube.com/v/ckgp_H-eCyoWords by Melissa Lewars.
Alexandra Burke’s new video Broken Heels
Former Flavour cover girl Alexandra Burke and looking sexier than ever in her new video Broken Heels taken from her album Overcome. The single is released on January 11th and sees the X-Factor winner donning American football attire and wearing it well. Read her interview with Flavour here and leave your thoughts on the video below.http://www.youtube.com/v/cei1TFaSihw
The Artist Diary: Day 4. . With Charlie Brown
If you haven’t realised by now that Charlie Brown is a force to be reckoned with, you’re officially living under a rock. All this week, he has been providing us with unprecedented access into his musical life. And today, we take a penultimate look in to his diary to find out what he's been up to...Hey,hey!! Today was promo day....
Georgie W. Couture emerges as a “ One to Watch “ fashion label
Fresh off the catwalk at London Fashion Week September 2009.With a multitude of media from the likes of Elle, Pride, Vogue and She Caribbean magazines gracing her front row seats, this London born designer has definitely found her calling and is heading in the right direction.In this economy where fashion is still first and fore-most, designer Georgette Williams brings a...
MDX ‘Dangerous’ video preview
Dynamic duo Midnight and D Nicks, formed together as MDX, have released an exclusive preview video of their new single ‘Dangerous.MDX were previously voted as the MOBO single of the week for their first single ‘Slippin’. They are now back with a brand new empowering club smash hit ‘Dangerous'. Look out for the full video coming soon!http://www.youtube.com/v/OtgYjhIQEHw?fs=1&hl=en_GB&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6
Fresh Flavour: MANiC
You may remember MANiC when he dropped his freestyle with Sneakbo, which led to viral videos and two hot mixtapes from the south London rapper. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRnpjA00TYA] The MC is now back with his third mixtape, ‘Burger Kingsley 3’. The video for the first video ‘Remember Me’ is out now which shows that the 24-year-old is back for good. Check out the...
Contraband: on DVD and Blu-ray 16 July 2012
The action thriller Contraband is based on the 2008 Icelandic film Reykjavik-Rotterdam.From the beginning to end, the movie is thrilling and keeps you attached, it is typically like most drug baron movies, good guy gets threatened by bad guy to do the dirty work, bad guy threatens good guys family and so on and as always good guy comes...
Never On The Downside
They may be called Downside but that’s never the case when it comes to this duo.Fresh new urban act Downside consists of brummie members Mista, 25, and Mox, 29. Mista and Mox are ready to fly the flag for Birmingham and not just for their hometown, they also hope to build a platform where they can sign on other...
An Audience with M.Y.M
M.Y.M (formerly known as Maryam) has fast tracked her way to becoming a crowd favourite. Expect an evening of spontaneity, drama, stand up comedy and music.M.Y.M will be releasing her single 'HOLD ME DOWN' Supporting acts are: Coco Dupree, Child of Zion and Commission - performing their 2011 smash hit GOLD RUSH.SATURDAY 23rd APRIL @ 7pm (doors...
Twitwatch: your weekly guide to celebrity tweets
A round up of the weeks most flavoursome tweets. Who’s checking out who and who’s beefing with who. Let the tweets commence!1.Double Brit winner Tinie Tempah must have ran out of inspirations for penning hits, let’s hope he hasn’t passed out just yet.Watching deal or no deal....is it me or is Noel Edmonds chatting up alll the girls on...