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Hip Hop Artist NJE Drops New Single to Tackle Depression ‘Ballad For The Broken Hearted’
Australian hip-hop artist NJE has released an uplifting single ‘Ballad For The Broken Hearted’ dedicated to those who are going through depression after heart-break produced by RustyBeatz13 from Russia. ‘Ballad For The Broken Hearted’ was written by NJE after hearing how much sadness came from a broken heart. Issues such as depression, separation from children, and those going through divorce/break-up...
Chris Rock talks Good Hair
South Carolina-born African American comedian Chris Rock grew up in Brooklyn, his first break arriving after Eddie Murphy cast him in his Beverly Hills Cop II (1987). He went on to work on Saturday Night Live, from 1990-93, and summoned a fine turn as a crack addict in New Jack City (1991). It was his scathing HBO comedy special...
No One Cared
Through violence, through illness, through social services. Here’s a look into the mind of a young person in care.Who cares? I ask myself this every day, sitting here waiting for someone to come and love me. Waiting and waiting, listening to the prostitute that lives next door have an argument with one of her many guys, listening to my...
Ariana Grande releases the official video for ‘The Way’ ft Mac Miller
American singer and Nickelodeon actress Ariana Grande has released the official video for her single 'The Way' featuring Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller. The single has already reached number 1 on iTunes in the US and is making its way up the chart in the UK.With her vocals being compared to Mariah Carey's, 19yr old Ariana has been tipped as the next big thing,...
Demarco Love Come Down video
This one is a hot paty tune!! After the US Hit "Fallen Soldier", his collaborations with Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes, Jim Jones .. DEMARCO is coming back with a dancehall/soca anthem to keep the summer going till Christmas with a great and fun video made by Jay Will.http://www.youtube.com/v/9aJuXzuKI08
From War-Torn Congo to Milwaukee, KUBI $I Drops New Single ‘How You Know’ October 29th
Raised in war-torn Congo and now located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Hip Hop artist KUBI $I has a fascinating background, and a story to tell. He drops his new single ‘How You Know’ which features his brother Pali, who was released on temporary leave from his military position to help record the track which drops on OCTOBER 29TH, 2015.An avid...
Singer-Songwriter Kal Key Releases LifeTimes EP
Singer/Songwriter Kal Key, hailing from the U.K., has released his EP – LifeTimes – on April 6th. LifeTimes is Kal Key’s first musical endeavour, and he successfully charted in the top ten of the iTunes Singer/Songwriter Chart with it. Kal Key spent years working on the trading floor with high profile trips around the world, working hard to live ‘the life of a...
Dubbledge vs Chase & Status: what do you think?
Dubbledge is back with a familiar riddim and aiming to chase that status every rapper out there is hoping to reach. He may have used the same Chase & Status produced instrumental a certain Tempah tore up recently, under the title of 'Hitz' but in fact, the track was originally given to Dubbledge. Here the track "Chess" for yoursef...
K Koke Teams Up With Rita Ora For ‘Lay Down Your Weapons’
Following the release of two incredibly successful mixtapes - 'Pure Koke Volumes 1 and 2', rapper K Koke managed to land a deal with Jay-Z's Roc Nation label His recent single, the fist-thumping hip-hop anthem 'Turn Back', featured Maverick Sabre and now with a little help from Rita Ora, the West Londoner has got another hit on his hands. In...
Tavinder Sanghera is Cynikal?-Yes and No!
Tavinder Sanghera aka Cynikal has been blazing a steady and purposeful trail as he brings his brand of musicality to the fore. It’s been an amazing last year or so that has seen his slick story telling infused with classy cuts that traverse the genres with an effortless ease-as Cynikal states-“It’s whatever really. I wouldn’t even limit it to...
Flawless Finish – Laying The Foundations
Flavour's beauty editor Lea James talks about how you can get a flawless finish with you foundation.They Say: Now you can achieve the ultimate flawless finish with VIE at home’s new mousse foundation, Airbrush Perfection, £18. Available in light, medium and dark shades, VIE at home has created a foundation that feels as light as a feather yet offers superior...
Danielle Senior taking it to the dancefloor
Rising singing sensation Danielle Senior has collaborated with elite producers and artists like Colin C-Swing Emmanuel producer of chart toppers Jamelia and Beverley Knight, Don E, Skillz, Baby J, 2B3 Productions, mobo award winner Dexplicit and Shystie to name but a few. The talented singer/songwriter currently has a an exclusive publishing deal with Notting Hill Music Publishing submitting tracks...
Austin Mahone: ‘Say You’re Just A Friend’ ft Flo Rida
New kid on the block, Austin Mahone has released his video for 'Say You're Just A friend' and it is growing more and more popular by the day.The teenage pop sensation, dubbed the next Justin Bieber, has teamed up with rapper Flo Rida for the new single and the video has already gained millions of hits online.Austin first gained a following back in 2010 when he...
Labrinth – The Evolution Experience
The Evolution Experience is the first of a series of events in a new campaign by Wrigleys Gum 5® called What’s Next? Which features the freshest live music experiences with the UK’s hottest stars. Wrigley’s and Labrinth, have teamed up to offer an exclusive intimate one-off gig taking place at London’s super club Pulse on March 7th. The event will...
Classified will be touring the UK in May
In support of his new album "Self Explanatory" due out on the 10th May, which includes the platinum selling "Oh Canada" and award winning "Anybody Listening", Canadian MC Classified has announced a short UK tour covering the length of the country.His only previous visit to these shores was in support of D12 last year, however due to the phenomenal...
I Am Nobody’s Nigger by Dean Atta
I Am Nobody's Nigger by Dean AttaRappers when you use the word “nigger”Remember that’s one of the last words Stephen Lawrence heardSo don’t tell me it’s a reclaimed word.I am nobody’s nigger So please, let my ancestors rest in peace Not turn in their graves in Jamaica plantations Or the watery graves of the slave trade Thrown overboard into...
Win tickets to U Got Jokes
Fun-filled comedy event U Got Jokes returns to film their fifth DVD at IndigO2 on April 30 and you can win tickets, Champagne, a U Got Jokes goody bag and some Strawberries & Cream through a reverse auction.U Got Jokes returns for a night of comedy and music at London’s IndigO2 on Saturday April 30 with performances from Fumbi...
Chipmunk ft Mavado – Every Gyal
Chipmunk does it again with the release of Every Gyal. The song features one of Jamaica's hottest artists Movado and the video was shot on the beautiful Caribbean island. Chipmunk's album 'Transition' is out now and it inludes this cracking single.http://www.youtube.com/v/VTrOiYe-2oQ&feature
Interview: Marina Kaye on new single ‘Double Life’
Meet French dark-pop queen, Marina Kaye. At the age of just 13-years-old, Marina went on to win 'La France a un incroyable talent' (France’s Got Talent). One year later, she was signed to TGIT Music to prepare her first album. In 2015, Marina’s first album 'Fearless' reached Number 1, now certified triple platinum.From touring with the likes of Lindsey Stirling...
The Digital Age
Flavour connects you to all that’s in and online now...Twitterati: US rave, rap, being blocked...This month’s Twitterati is Janice Spence who you can tweet @madnewsblogWhen did you sign up to Twitter? I signed up in July 2008, but started tweeting like a maniac in early 2009.Why did you join Twitter? A US-based friend was raving about it and said I should...
Mikel Ameen’s ‘Martina Luther Queen’ is an anthem to celebrate all amazing women
Motivational speaker and certified lyricist, Mikel Ameen takes us back with his nostalgic yet very timely 'Martina Luther Queen' MLQ is a visual celebration of female style and flare set over what-can-only-be-described as an empowering BANGER!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAmfkCXQTUoLondon born Mikel Ameen is a leader of the World Changer Music movement. His message is refreshing; an undeniably, positive and welcome representation of our...
Kasha wins the opportunity to perform live at New Skool Rules
Talented UK rapper Kasha was voted the winner in an online pole by fans and Flavour readers to win a trip to Rotterdam and perform in from of the music industry elite from around the world at New Skool Rules in Rotterdam.Out of hundreds of entries Kasha was chosen for the final 7 where he was up against talented...
Let’s Stay Together: BET’s new romantic comedy launches on Valentine’s Day
Get ready to laugh out loud this Valentine’s Day as BET is set to premier its new urban romantic comedy Let’s Stay Together that centres around lives of five young, sassy and ambitious African-American’s and their relationships.The series follows the engagement of pediatrician Stacey (Nadine Ellis) and contractor Charles (Bert Belasco) who rushed into their engagement after only being...
Nick Geller talks fashion
Interested in a career in fashion? Founder of British menswear label William & George and Head of Fashion and Design at Middlesex College Nick Geller tells you how.How did you get into your current role? My business partner and I were senior designers at two of the biggest design companies in the industry, however, we felt frustrated with the restriction...
Are you aged 16-19, into fashion, living in London and not doing anything at the moment?
This course is aimed at budding young fashion designers who are interested in taking up the challenge of working within the industry.The course will provide you with a foundation in many aspects of the trade and is an excellent basis for progression into further education or on to employment in the industry.* Introduction to fashion world* Plan and put...
Embrace yourself for Frankie Cocozza’s brand new EP
We love Frankie Cocozza here at Flavour Mag. You might recognise the Brighton lad from a little show called X-Factor, but he has been working hard on his own material since 2012.Despite being on such a publicised show, Frankie is showing the world that you do not need all those big wigs behind you. His debut EP, "The Motorcycle"...
ITV News Group Journalism Traineeship 2010
Following the continued success of ITV News Group Journalism Traineeship, we are delighted to be offering the scheme for a fifth successive year in 2010.The ITV News Trainee scheme offers the opportunity for enthusiastic and committed people to develop skills in broadcast journalism within the company with a blend of formal courses and ‘on the job’ training in one...
X Factor Week 1
Since, judging by the recent weather - summer is over, and autumn is around the corner, who could think of a better way to spend your Saturday nights before going out then watching the X Factor. The month of August saw the arrival of the long awaited X Factor auditions, back on our tv screens on ITV1. Over...
Meleka: On music, men and the allure of Christian Louboutin shoes
After the success of funky house anthem Go, Meleka has been busy penning Miss Me, a follow up and another certified club banger. When she is not waging a lyrical war against waste men, Meleka works hard and stays grounded. However, there is also a very weird and wonderful side of Meleka that includes hammer-time toes and being attacked...
Win tickets to Mary J. Blige UK Concerts
The Grammy-award winning, platinum-selling, high priestess of R&B is back. Mary J. Blige returns to the UK for a series of concerts not to be missed. Starting on 2nd November in London and stopping in Birmingham and Manchester, she will be joined by the UK’s very own soul star Lemar as special guest support.Mary J. Blige will be performing...