Music
Black Grape Music Venue launches
The Black Grape Music Venue and Gastro Bar in Tottenham, north London, opened its doors to a host of celebrities and distinguished guests for its official launch.On arrival, guests walked the purple carpet before they were greeted with a champagne reception and treated to a fine selection of African and Caribbean cuisine from the Gastro Bar menu. They...
How much do you really love your postcode?
If you’ve got love for your postcode, don’t just show it- wear it!I Love My Postcode is an online fashion shop that design and create unique casual clothing for people who love London, and want to show their local pride.Simply select your item, the colour ink, and then state the first half of your postcode.Also, postcodes turn 50 years...
Fundraising event for hurricane hit school
The Stewarton Early Childhood Centre Fund is hosting a fundraising fashion and cultural event in aid of an impoverished nursery school in Jamaica.The event kicks off in the afternoon with a fashion show showcasing some of London's most innovative young designers including recent BEFFTA award winner and nominees followed by food, music and dance.The Stewarton Early Childhood Centre is the...
Anatol Yusef the UK’s latest acting export
Actor Anatol Yusef is the latest young Brit to find success in the United States but when he first arrived in the country two years ago' on nothing but a whim' he never imagined he would stay. However, America has proven to be one of his best moves yet.The actor originally found fame in the UK at an early...
Fresh eyes
Eye catching Flavour's beauty editor Lea James gives you the lowdown on how to keep youreyes looking fresh with our pre winter season’s box of tricks.The eye area requires protecting in colder climates, the skins a lot thinner under the eyes and calls for specialist products designed not to irritateApplication Tip Use a small amount; the size of a grain of...
Dance your way too Beenie Man’s new video
Altec Lansing presents the ‘Mix It Up’ dance contest, an online video dance battle for all dancers, especially for b-boys and b-girls.To participate, download music from www.mixdancecontest.com, mix and edit the tracks.Then record a 60 second video of yourself and post it at the Mix It Up website for the public to vote.The top 100 videos, as voted by...
Protecting Against Swine Flu
Rated products and advice to help boost the immune system that will help protect you this winter.* Boots re-energize* Plenty vitamin c* All the important b vitamins, with a good dose of zinc essential for testosterone, added calcium, and magnesium.* Holland and Barrett’s super one, the total high dose multivitamin tablet has everything u need* A nice addition would...
Form 696 to target ‘MC’s and DJ’s performing to recorded tracks’
The new version of Form 696 is said to specifically target ‘MC’s and DJ’s performing to recorded tracks,’ according to the BBC.Over 270 venues in London must fill out Form 696, so police can gather information on artists, promoters and venues.The data collected from Form 696 will allow authorities to provide extra security for high risk events and when...
Zen & Spa Smartbox review
I think I died and went to heaven as I lay there having a full body massage at the M-Spa inthe Hilton Hotel, Canary Wharf, London. I work hard, everyday and it’s not easy to find the time for some rest and relaxation so when the opportunity arose I picked up that phoneI’ll get back to my glorious massage...
The BEFFTA Awards 2009
Like any good awards ceremony there were laughs, tears and hiccups including a dispute over the Best Male Designer (Kanye it is anyone), Kojo leaving before he won his inspiration award and Tiny Iron giving the crowd the giggles over his pronunciation of nominees names but it was a definite success that will no doubt be built upon...
KHY: The newest UK boy band
Behind the three baby-faced KHY members is a charming array of smooth UK vocal talent. And the boys Kevin, Hope and Yemi certainly aren’t shy when it comes to laying down a flirtatious performance for the ladies. Their sound; gentle on the ears, yet exuberant and far from wimpy. It’s no wonder Ginuwine was impressed after they performed at...
Sasha Shantel: Miss Flavour 2008 gives you an insight into her year as her reign comes to an end
I mentioned in my interview with Flavour Magazine in the “Trendsetters Issue” that I wasn’t intending on entering another modelling/beauty pageant. I always knew I had a unique look, yet I had not won any previous competitions before. Therefore, I was left asking whether Flavour Magazine and their annual beauty contest Miss Flavour would be any different.However, I soon...
Livvi Franc: She’s a babe in total control
Hailing from Barbados, RnB singer Livvi Franc spent the first few years of her life in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. However at the age of five, she and the family moved to her father’s homeland of Barbados where she grew up. ‘Barbados is very different from England. It’s slower paced, but I used to travel back to England every summer,...
UK Stunners presents Miss VMA
Following the success of the 'UK Stunners' 2007 and 2008 calendars, the UK stunners are back again. This time grace yourselves for a bikini edition. The 2009 calendar will serve as a tribute to UK Stunners Founder, Kaya Bousquet, who tragically passed away in a car crash last year. Flavour caught up with October girl Venita and this is...
The Hot 5 – Wk 2
5) Gucci’s so hot right now So the MTV Hottest MC’s list came out recently, it cited the favourites in pole positions. Jay Z was at 1, Lil Wayne holding No2, Drake was in 3rd position, Kanye at 4 and skip to Gucci Mane holding the 6 spot. Lil’ Wayne, never one to step away from the mic, expressed shock at...
The Hot Five – Wk 1
5) Diddy wants a wife No, its not the name of his new MTV show (although it has a nice ring too it). After Kim Porter left him in August, our favourite mogul has been flying solo. But now it’s reported that he is looking for the one. Can you dance like Diddy, can you manage that ego? Tall sexy...
Chipmunk: Chip Diddy Chip talks grades, growth and grime
In a remarkable year for home-grown talent, one standout artist signed a major record deal, made it into the UK Top Ten twice, and recorded one of the most hotly anticipated debut albums in years. All whilst studying for his A Levels. We sit down with man-of-the-moment Chipmunk.Who were your biggest musical influences growing up? I’d say Jay-Z and Kanye...
Ladies Unplugged 2009
Sisters are doin' it for themselves once again at the Unplugged Session. Last year's Ladies Special took the organic soul night to new heights, with stunning vocal turns from Hil St Soul, Tawiah, Vula, Rosie Wilson and Gemma Fox, and November 13th sees another first-rate female line-up take to the stage at Stratford Circus.Brought to you as part of...
Oprah and Tyler Perry team up to promote Precious
Oprah Winfrey was so taken by Sapphire's novel "Push" that she read it more than once.Yet even though the talk-show host has made best-sellers of unknown books, Winfrey didn't think even her staggering influence could make "Push" the story of an obese, illiterate black teen who suffers unspeakable abuse" something that millions would want to read."I would never even...
Louis Vitton teams up with Naomi Campbell
Louis Vitton will be supporting Naomi Campbell’s charity The White Ribbon Alliance by donating a portion of the sales from a Spring/Summer 2010 bag.Campell, Global Ambassador of the charity, went to the Louis Vuitton headquarters last week to choose the bag.The bag is believed to be made of khaki metallic monogram canvas stripes, embroidered on coloured metallic leather with...
Juggy D collaborates with B Projekt for ‘Ni Soniye’
For the first time ever Juggy D collaborates with Mumbai’s renowned DJ and music producer B Projekt for his new single ‘Ni Soniye’. By dominating Mumbai and being a resident DJ at celebrity hotspots like Prive and Play, B has a global fan base who eagerly await his debut album ‘Blindfolded’ releasing in the UK, November 2009.Ni Soniye brings...
Musical statues game inspires graduate’s collection
Niamh O’Connor, a Kingston fashion graduate gives the classic game ‘musical statues’ an image makeover.The 23-year-old from Aldershot believes her collection NOC was drawn from her childhood memories and a fascination with the dance culture of the 1990s.The collection was first unveiled during London Fashion Week has just had a second outing at Kingston University’s MA Graduation Show.By Nadifa...
50 Fantastic gifts under £50
Celebrate a cool Yule with a selection of festive gifts all under £50 from a host of high street favourites including Selfridges, Superdrug, L’Occitane, Lakeland, B&Q and Peacocks.For the perfect luxurious beauty gifts look no further than Selfridges, Superdrug and L’Occitane, for fantastic home and food gifts B&Q, Lakeland and Selfridges have it all wrapped up and Peacocks is a must...
T talks about Black Grapes new and varied ventures
With warm greetings, alongside the smiling face of Eddie Kadi and Guvna B, their manager Adetokunbo “T” Oyelola, greets me at the door of his company Black Grapes current venture – a restaurant and music venue. Located in Turnpike Lane, Black Grape Music Venue and Gastro Bar is a picture of elegance and comfort with its wooden floors, large stage,...
The DOs & DONTs of Dip-Dying Like Drew
Love it or loathe it, you can’t deny that dip-dye makes a style statement of its own! As rocked by Drew Barrymore promoting her directional debut Whip It in Boston – a skater movie inspired by the true story of a Texan roller derby league – what’s certain is that the dip-dying trend isn’t for the faint hearted.Francesca Davies,...
Glorious gadgets at Playbite
The who’s who of the top consumer brands were out in to style yesterday at the ninth annual Playbite exhibition in Tottenham Court Road to showcase all the new gadgets. In recent years the exhibition has seen the likes of Microsoft and Apple showcase their never before seen gadgets and technology that were top on everyone’s Christmas wish list.This year...
Longtalking with DJ Longers
Winter's Gonna Be HOTT, with an abundance of some HEAVY music ready to drop before 2010. Im very proud of what the UK is doing right NOW and the fact the underground is moving mainstream, so lets set it off with British releases first.Dizzee Rascal - Tongue 'N' Cheek (21st Sept 09) The smartest dude in the music game bar none right now. The...
Brick City Boutique
Brick City Boutique is back from the north after its debut with Basement Sessions Live, and is ready to raise the roof again at its home in Islington's Elbow Room. As well as an impressive lineup this month, we also have a huge range of Street inspired vendors on the stalls offering you the opportunity to get your hands...
Win tickets to the Premiere of Dead Man Running
Dead Man Running is the London-set thriller starring US rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, British actor Danny Dyer, Brenda Blethyn and Tamer Hassan.Co-financed and executive produced by England football stars, Rio Ferdinand and Ashley Cole the film follows Nick Kane (Hassan) and his best friend Bing (Dyer) in a frantic race to find £100,000 in 24 hours after New...
Exclusive photos of X-Factor’s Rachel Adedeji
On last Saturday’s X-Factor Rachel Adedeji sung for her survival when she landed in the bottom two. She battled it out with Kandy Rain to confirm her place in the next round. Louis Walsh called Rachel the UK’s answer to Rihanna and the fashion mags are also saying the she is winning in the style stakes. On Saturday she...