Music
A Taste of Chicago
Making the most of the summer sun, Flavour's beauty editor Lea James gets the low down on what’s hot at the week long Chicago taste. Dating back to 1980 with over 6 million people attending to celebrate the 10 day event catered around the 4th of JulyThe Chicago taste is located in the heart of the city, near Millennium...
Cheryl Cole rejects hazardous hair extensions
Style icon Cheryl Cole has become a role model for young women by rejecting “unethical and potential hazardous second hand hair extensions”, says one of the country’s leading hair expert.Hairdresser Simon Forbes, one of the industry’s legendary figures, said by opting instead for “safe” Monofibre acrylic extensions she was “setting a commendable example” for others to follow.Forbes invented the...
NHS Choices gives make-overs this summer
Online health service NHS Choices has joined up with black women’s lifestyle publication Pride magazine to bring healthy make-overs to summer festivals in London, Birmingham and Leicester.Aiming to highlight the long-standing relationship between the NHS and Afro-Caribbean community, and to raise awareness on health issues within this community, (such as diabetes, high blood pressure and sickle cell), free make-overs and one-to-one...
Ghosts or Those Who Return
Set in Norway during the late 19th Century, Ghosts depicts the lives of the Alving family and the secrets that lie behind their happy facade.Mrs Alving’s (Burden) is in the process of building an orphanage in honour of her late husband Captain Alving - who had been having affairs for years. She also has a secret of her own...
Three’s a trend: Red Lips
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams
Weapons of Mass Perfection
To enjoy life and bridge the gap between health and perfection! Here are our top 10 London Live checks.1. Inner HydrationDrink 6-8 glasses of water, spread them out throughout the day, it will help to keep the skin clear and remove toxins.2. ProtectionSun Protection Factor is a sun shine must have for all skins. Re apply every hour and...
Jet Setter essentials
Impactful products, minimal fuss, for the trendy conscious, beauty insider delves into the suit cases of an up and coming north east band, along with finding out what waterproof cosmetics are available to keep you smouldering in the heat!Flavour’s beauty editor Lea James talks to 4 piece indie rock band the Flytes who are making the most of their...
Funkin Famous Live & Love Music Hate Racism
Donaeo, Shystie, The Thirst, Fe-Nix, Dede, Young Nate, Master Shortie, FR3E, XO-Man, Lady Ny, Nana & Oz'iah all take to the stage for memorable musical experience which is fused together by the great hosts Ace 'n' Vis (BBC 1Xtra) & Clencha (Funkin Famous TV) @ Funkin Famous Live, Friday 18th September 2009.Funkin Famous Live is to be held at 229,...
2 in 1 Purifying Mint Mask
Get the feel good factor with the first ever product certified to UK Fairtrade and Organic standards. Packaged in a recyclable pot with recycled outer card it’s suitable for vegans and hand-blended in Suffolk by Essential Care.Look good and feel twice as good with the first ever skincare product with Essential Care’s deep Cleansing and Gently Exfoliating Mask. It...
DC’s Michelle Williams rolling solo
Michelle Williams may have become famous as one third of rnb trio, Destiny's Child, but since the group decided to go their separate ways the singer has been on many projects fulfilling her own destiny as an independent woman. Flavour caught up with the multi-talented singer who tells us why the show must go on - next stop for...
Pucker Up With Lily Lolo For National Kissing Day
Pucker up with Lily Lolo for National Kissing Day – 6 JulyCelebrate National Kissing Day by puckering up in Lily Lolo’s fab lipgloss. In preparation for the day Lily Lolo is offering 10% off the gorgeous range. Discount code PUCKERUP will expire on July 6 2009.With moisturising Jojoba, no petrochemicals and delicious natural aroma from berry extract, the tubes...
Tanya Farmer talks about life as a fashion PR
Tanya Farmer, account director at fashion pr company Dantan Ltd gives us an insight into the fabulous world of fashion pr.How did you get into your current role? I’ve always worked in PR, pharmaceutical and then music; then I met my partner, whose background is fashion and he suggested we set up an agency, 8 years later, here we are!Talk...
Hair tips by Jayne Woods
Fashion hair stylist Jayne Woods offer’s hair tips to get the 80s fusion lookStep by step crimped tie back1. Smooth hair around the hairline with a serum, paddle brush and hairdryer2. Seperate hair into sections no wider than the crimping plate, secure the hair that’s left with a grip to keep out the way3. Starting at the base...
Versil Fashion Show
For the first time, Miss Sharon Adams presents Versil Fashion Show. Destined to showcase how to combine vitality and creativity to create clothes that will never see the back of a wardrobe.She obviously believes in helping others to achieve a dream, as profits went towards the African and Caribbean Leukaemia Trust (ACLT) in order to raise the awareness...
Jason Lewis: Not just a comedian
Jason is not your typical comedian; Jason trained as an actor for 6 years at the Anna Scher Theatre and also has a degree in International Tourism Management. The multi-talented actor, writer and comedian burst onto the UK comedy scene only a few years ago. Since then, he has gained critical acclaim from his hit spoof video 'Black...
Cherri V
Many artists come out the studio with hits. Voice synthesizers and futuristic beats can propel a somewhat mediocre track into a number one hit, but that same hit that is heard through the speakers isn’t always rendered when we hear that particular artist sing live.But that isn’t the case for London born, Cherri V as she had the crowd...
See Eddie Griffin Live
Eddie Griffin Live “The Undercover Brother Tour” Saturday 25th July - HMV Hammersmith Apollo, Sunday 26th - Wolves Civic CentreFront of the Bus Inc, are proud to announce that comedian, actor & producer Eddie Griffin is coming to the UK courtesy of Harmony Productions and GeeStor Productions in association with media partner Choice FM to unleash his high-energy stand-up...
Linford Christie’s niece win’s Miss England
Aspiring heptathlete, Rachel Christie has battled her way through the heats to make it through to the 2 day event to claim victory by being crowned as the new Miss England at the London Hilton Metropole on Tuesday 21st July 2009. 53 outstanding and beautiful grand finalists took to the stage at the hotel and wowed the audience with...
Neyo cries on stage in Manchester
RnB singer/songwriter Neyo begins to cry during his concert in Manchester, England. See the footage below and also read Neyo's statement.http://www.youtube.com/v/TQg5SyJfkP8Basically, I have an issue with not knowing when to say enough is enough, so last night in Manchester, my body said it for me.I got on stage energized and ready to go, even though for the last 5...
Competitions Rules & Regulations
Competitions Rules & Regulations(These rules and regulations are derived from the British Code of Advertising, Sales Promotion and Direct Marketing that govern all promotional draws and competitions.)1.0 Competition Details All competitions published or broadcast Flavour Magazine will give details of:How to enter. Any cost involved. Start date (if applicable). Closing Date (if applicable). Prizes...
Behind the scenes with Katie Pearl
Katie Pearl is a refreshing new soulful talent making waves in the UK underground house movement. The name may not be familiar to you just yet, but Katie’s smash hit ‘In the Air’ is easily recognisable from the first few introductory beats, receiving non stop airplay on both national radio and club nights throughout London. In fact, the...
Rnb singer Neyo is looking for UK artists
RnB singer/songwriter Ne-Yo announced the U.K. arm of his Compound Entertainment management/artist development/production company at a launch party at Fifty nightclub (July 14).Ne-Yo said: 'I'm looking for absolute talent. I'm not looking for anyone that I have to add water too and stir, or any auto-tune superheroes I need somebody that can actually can sing, someone that can write...
Longtalking with DJ Longers
Back again, with Beef from both UK & USA, a brand new movie from Transformers star which actually looks like a hot movie for this summer and info on films from a Spiderman nemesis and The A-Team.Jay Z vs The GameFor me, this is something so small that could've easily been left alone.But I suppose when some people mention...
Birthday Sex, Jeremih performs live pa at Modish, Vendome Mayfair
US singing sensation performs his US and UK smash hit single Birthday Sex live at Modish @ Vendome in MayfairMonday 20th July 2009 at Modish, the weekly Monday night event at Mayfair’s Vendome nightclub; Jeremih will be performing his hit single Birthday Sex which has seen massive success in both the UK and US singles charts.Modish, Monday night’s...
Watch MOBO’s tribute to Michael Jackson
MOBO's create a tribute video for Michael Jackson with Bashy, Ironik, Ras Kwame, Ace & Vis, Jamelia, Sway, Westwood, Dynamite and Craig David discuss their thoughts on the King of Pop.http://www.youtube.com/v/NwTx6v_tJB4
Dubplate Drama returns
Dubplate Drama follows the life of a group of young adults determined to become successful in the music industry. They all want to make it big in the music business, but there are always obstacles to overcome. Throughout the drama, the characters are constantly being faced with a range of dilemmas from drug issues, to unplanned pregnancies, domestic violence...
Three’s a trend: Statement Chains
Every week, Sarah Jane takes on a celebrity trend worn three ways, exclusively for Flavour.Words by Sarah-Jane Adams
Think big, think Britain
Britain is currently facing a tough time at the moment. Gun and knife crime, credit crunch, MP scandals and unemployment has been hitting the headlines for a long time now which has resulted in young people being put in a more vulnerable position than ever.In these unsteady times everybody’s got questions, concerns and hopes for the future, and this...
Slicker than your average
London MC Slickmouth talks to Flavour Magazine about hip-hop culture and the passion behind his sophomore album, ‘Superstar’.You’re from London but you grew up in LA what do you feel are the biggest differences in the hip hop industry in LA and in London?When I was in Cali I wasn’t rapping, I was just a fan of hip hop...
Marques Houston
Starting his work in the entertainment business aged just 10; Marques Houston has proved himself to be one of the industry’s hardest grafters. From the adorable ‘Batman’ in rnb teen group Immature/IMX, to playing Roger, the ever so slightly annoying neighbour in comedy series Sister Sister to becoming one of the most respected and relevant singers in the scene...