Music
Kelis Turns Heads
No doubt all eyes were on Kelis at the First Annual Data Awards this month as she came dressed as...well...half lion, half mutant?Well after seeing these pictures, no doubt Nas had no regrets of staying clear of Kelis.Words by Melissa Lewars
Celeb Lifestyle Shows – Do We Really Care?
How many celebrities are going to be taking over our television screens today? Recently, it can't be ignored that the UK media seem to be dedicating a lot of coverage on Katie Price and Peter Andre. At the moment, Katie is currently promoting her new television series called What Katie Did Next? In America the list of celebrity reality...
Office Nomance
Hooking up with someone you work with is statistically as likely as having a nose through your boyfriend’s unattended phone. It’s just too tempting once in a while and in my experience ends just as badly. I mean any guy who doesn’t have some dirt on his phone is either a dullard or really good at deleting and...
Threes a trend: Cutout details
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for FlavourWords by Sarah-Jane Adams
The sonic boom in men’s grooming
Whether sculpting designer stubble, cultivating a goatee or going for a clean-shaven look, most men have suffered from skin irritation caused by shaving. Considering that on average men shave 2-3 times a week, it is surprising they do not do more to care for their skin.The newly launched Clarisonic makes looking after your skin as straightforward, fast and painless...
Shank the movie trailer
Check out the official trailer for the movie “Shank” starring Bashy, Adam Deacon, Skins star Kaya Scodelario, Michael Socha, Jan Uddin and introducing Kedar Stirling-Williams.This movie was the film directorial debut of music video director Mo Ali and is set to be big. Flavour have been busy creating the magazine for the Shank soundtrack with features the links of...
Win tickets to Grand Designs Live
The UK’s No.1, award winning consumer show for design and inspiration for your home, Grand Designs Live, returns to London for the sixth year running, across nine days from 1st – 9th May 2010 at ExCeL in London’s Docklands.Grand Designs Live London 2009, was a runaway success, with a record 105,000 visitors attending the show, enjoying a wide variety...
Music maker D-Boy
Brit Asia TV followed music maker D-boy to the studio for his Flavour fashion shoot. “It’s been great doing Hollywood glam but day to day I’m toned down but still fly,” he states. D-boy’s music career began as a young boy playing drums at school as he got older progressing on to building a home studio. He went on...
Lethal Bizzle talks music & fashion
Walking in wearing a £4,500 jacket by Philip Klein which he purchased from an exclusive shop on London’s Kings Road, it’s easy to see that Lethal B is a man of fashion and style and is not afraid to stand out. “I’ve been a fashion freak from when I was a kid! I love Phillip Klein he should put...
Griminal: Young, smart & talented
Rocking a fitted jacket and a bow tie, Griminal is dressed in attire that is a far cry from the clothes he wears daily. “It’s not something I’ve rocked before but it’s cool. Something new!” he says. The 18 year-old Londoner is currently studying music at college and isn’t afraid to show his style and versatility, although he admits...
London Wedding Designer Puts Planning in a Podcast
Couples heading for the chapel are in for a treat this Valentines, with a unique, wedding service, set to take the pressure off those stressful wedding plans.The podcast series called: ‘The Butterfly Journal; An Inspiring Wedding Guide’ offers listener’s fantastic, useful advice from a variety of wedding industry experts ranging from dress designers to florists to Jewellers and much...
Win a copy of Love Marvin by the legendary Marvin Gaye
One of the most distinctive and unforgettable voices to emerge from the Motown era, UMTV / Island Records presents “Love Marvin” a collection of songs from the legendary, Marvin Gaye and we have 5 copies to giveaway.From "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)" to "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," and from "What's Going On" to...
The Jinny Lash Express
Leading eyelash extension experts, Jinny Lash are pleased to announce the arrival of the Jinny Lash Express; beautiful eyelashes guaranteed in one hour. The perfect lunch hour treat.Jinny Lash know the importance of looking and feeling great and understand the time constraints put on today’s modern woman. With this in mind, Jinny Lash invite you to relax, drift off...
Is the age of chivalry dead?
We all know these four little words ‘once upon a time’ they appear at the beginning of fairytale stories that we were read by our parents as children. In most of the stories Prince Charming comes to the rescue of the fair maiden. Whether the Prince awakens the heroine by true love’s kiss; gives her a glass slipper or...
Win a copy of Love Songs by Mariah Carey
For Valentine’s Day, Mariah Carey releases ‘LoveSongs’ on the 8th February 2009 with Sony Music Entertainment, the perfect gift for Valentine’s lovers. Flavour have 3 copies of this compilation of classic songs from the acclaimed singer songwriter to giveaway.The album features beautiful ballads including Mariah’s signature love song ‘My All’. It also includes many of the outstanding tracks she...
All-star line up of reggae and soca stars produce tribute song for Haiti
Its not just Simon Cowell getting the pop/rnb elite to make a record to raise money for Haiti. Top reggae/soca artists Shaggy, Sean Paul, Sean Kingston, Etana, Destra, Alison Hinds and Tessanna Chyn have joined together to produce a moving tribute as well. Listen to this all star line-up below on the track Rise Again (Haiti Tribute).http://www.youtube.com/v/YQBag920wGc
Win a pair of tickets to see JLS play live
Celebrating the launch of the Nokia 5800 Comes With Music in Chrome triple BRIT Award nominees, JLS, will play a live and exclusive gig at London’s HMV Hammersmith Apollo on the afternoon of Saturday, 13th February 2010.The invite-only performance will see JLS play their smash singles ‘Umbrella’, ‘Everybody in Love’ and ‘Beat Again’ to a capacity crowd of fans...
Win tickets to see 50 Cent live
One of the world’s most prolific hip-hop artists, 50 Cent, will return this Spring to perform in arena’s across the UK as part of his European tour. Performing tracks from his newly released album ‘Before I Self Destruct’ including ‘Have a Baby by Me’ as well as his chart topping hits ‘In Da Club’, ‘If I Can't’, ‘P.I.M.P.’ and...
Gaza a cause for concern
When you woke up this morning what was your first thought? Did you wonder what you were going to have for breakfast, decide on a few errands or wonder what you’re going to wear to university or work? It’s unlikely that it was ‘will the checkpoints be open today so that I can get to work’, or ‘Is my...
Men of Vision: Mr Hudson: Oh So Fly
The Golden Age of Hollywood glamour and style sometimes seems like a fairy tale in a far away land. Here Mr Hudson, D Boy, Lethal B, Reggie Yates and Griminal bring that era of elegance and enchantment back with a modern twist.The Golden Age of Hollywood glamour and style sometimes seems like a fairy tale in a far away...
OMG its Sabrina Washington: Check out her new video
Former Mis-Teeq star Sabrina Washington is out of the jungle and ready to return to the charts with her debut solo single, OMG due for release on March 22nd. Celebrity stylist Richard Shoyemi styled the talented singer for her video shoot. Check out these images from behind the scenes and her new video. Also look out for Sabrina on...
From homeless to Grammy nods Charlie Wilson talks
Over the years, the Grammys have served as a backdrop for heart-tugging comeback stories. If Charlie Wilson should win either one of the awards he's up for on Sunday, it may mark one of the more unusual — a successful resurgence after a series of setbacks, including spending two years homeless."People really don't know how I laid in the...
Win tickets to Apple Bottoms VIP fashion event
Alexandra Burke, and Tulisa from N-Dubz are just a few of the celebrities that can be seen wearing rap superstar Nelly’s women clothing brand Apple Bottoms. With their bright styles and intricate designs Apple Bottoms caters for the feisty, but devoted fashion conscious lady who is blessed with a sexy figure.To celebrate the launch of Apple Bottoms AW10 collection...
Mica Paris: Valentine’s Special
The UK’s Soul Queen is back to her first passion: music. After the 2009 release of her first original studio album in ten years, and subsequent nationwide tour, Rich Mix is delighted to welcome Mica Paris to celebrate Valentine’s Day and Flavour have a pair of tickets to giveaway. To be in with a chance to win email comps@flavourmag.co.ukSat...
Introducing Fly Gypsy
Washington based Kowboy Kom and Alexei make up Fly Gypsy one of the hottest hip-hop duo’s around right now. They have a hugely successful mixtape, a critically acclaimed album, and opening dates with major artists. Formed by a Russian-born producer and a Jamaican-born emcee, Fly Gypsy launched in summer 2009 with a release of The Vodka & Rum Mixtape....
ATC Theatre Company
Anyone who knows anything about theatre is likely to have heard of ATC Theatre Company. Despite turning 30 this year they didn’t come to mass public attention until 2007, when they produced the critically acclaimed The Brothers Size, written by the award winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney. They then revived the show in 2008 which lead to McCraney picking...
Wahanda’s Daily MobDeal – “Irresistible, addictive, unbeatable”
We always knew that shopping with a friend was much more fun than shopping alone. Now it can bring even greater pleasure with the launch of Wahanda MobDeal, the crème de la crème of deals offering some irresistible bargain pampering if we shop together. Enjoy savings of up to 80% off health & beauty treats such as...
Weak, Straw-Like Hair with Bald Patches – It’s Just Not worth It
An increasing number of women are turning to surgery to reverse hair loss caused by hair extensions, like those sported by Cheryl Cole in the latest L’Oreal advertising campaign.The UK’s leading hair transplant specialists – The Farjo Medical Centre – has revealed that a growing proportion of its patients are young women, looking to reverse the damage caused by...