Music
Tevin Campbell takes us back to the 90s
Do you remember the popular 90s rnb song's Can We Talk and Always in My Heart? Well Flavour caught up with the man behind the music, 33-year-old singer Tevin Campbell just before his recent performance at the Indigo O2. Here's what he had to say.Why has it taken so long for you to come out here? Cos ya’ll never invited...
Kissing Frogs part 4
Every fortnight Zowie Edwards will be regaling Flavour readers with her dating tales from the Urban Jungle…….After last fortnight’s date with the beautiful, self-obsessed snore-bag, I decide that due time and attention must crucially be devoted to contemplating what I’m really looking for in a man (and not doing what I’ve done thus far and picking them purely based...
Young and Ambitious : Rose Brown
Most 20-year-olds spend their birthday pampering themselves, preparing for a night out on the town with their BFFs. However, on Rose Brown’s 20th birthday the Birmingham-born entrepreneur could be found in overalls, hair tied up in a ponytail, painting her Pure Halal Beauty storefront.The first of its kind in the UK, her shop sells only Halal-certified products, using the...
RT releases debut single; Gunz and Roses Ft. Ceize
Originally from London, but having moved through family houses in Africa and New York, RT has been surrounded by a massive genre encompassing range of music whilst growing up, and he will bring all those influences together on his debut album; Rated RT. Gunz and Roses Ft. Ceize is the first single from his upcoming album and RT’s debut single. RT has a lot of respect for the...
The Brit Awards 2012
Last night the Brit awards paid tribute to two of the worlds greatest songstress's that have sadly passed away - the late Whitney Houston and Amy Winehouse. The night also saw Adele take home two Brit awards for Best Female and Album of the Year for her record-breaking album 21, after taking home six prestige Grammys last week it's clear...
Introducing soul sensation… Lianne La Havas
The UK soul scene has traditionally given birth to all kinds of soothing, rich and uplifting talents. Whether it’s the captivating sounds of Adele, Amy Winehouse, Joss Stone or our very own Queen of Soul, Beverly Knight, UK artists have always had a strong presence. Lianne La Havas, well known for her breezy, moving vocals, is now proudly upholding...
Scorcher ft Wretch 32, Mercston & Ari – Work Get It [Audio]
Scorcher, one of the UK’s leading Grime emcees and award-winning producers, has unveiled his new track ‘Work Get It’ featuring Wretch 32 and Mercston.‘Work Get It’, premiered by tastemaker DJ, Mistajam, hears The Movement MCs collaborate to create some musical motivation with singer Ari on the hook.
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...
Leon Bridges Releases Video for ‘River’ / Headline Brixton Academy April 8th
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and R&B artist Leon Bridges premiered the music video for his song “River” today on Vevo. Leon Bridges uses the powerful visuals for his elegiac, Gospel inspired song “River” to send a message of hope, along with the video’s additional intention of raising questions rather than providing answers. The video, directed by Miles Jay, pulls inspiration from real...
The return of The Kray Twinz
Do you remember prolific beat makers The Kray Twinz? The Midlands-born brothers produced the huge track What We Do and have collaborated with the likes of Truth Hurts and DMX. Now their fans don’t have to wait any longer as they are back to reclaim their throne as the UK Neptunes.Their new song, ‘Hustle 2010’, is featured in the...
The return of Lady Sovereign
Victim to an era unsure of how to market a white female rapper from North London, Lady Sovereign was not so hotly received in the UK when she first released her debut album Public Warning back in 2006. It was not long however before she became part of a very small pantheon of UK artists to make a bigger...
Win a Nintendo DS
Ubisoft is one of the first independent developers to launch a game created to take advantage of the new functionality of the Nintendo DS.My Cooking Coach: Prepare Healthy Recipes is an easy-to-use, fun game for anybody who wants to eat fresh and balanced meals. Healthy food lovers needn’t look elsewhere because with more than 240 recipes available, My Cooking...
New York MC Des Brennan Releases A Luminous EP ‘Haven’
Hailing from Rockland, New York rising MC Des Brennan has released a luminous EP dubbed ‘Haven.’ ‘Haven’ was made when Des had a low couple of weeks but instead of turning the EP into something darker further fuelling his sadness, he decided to flip it and make it positive.Stories in the EP are told musically and lyrically throughout that nurture...
The duo behind the brand Justin Hustlin
Flash fashion is the way forward when it comes to the UK’s trendsetters. So who else better to showcase this than innovative fashion brand Justin Hustlin. From Bear Doe to Hustlin TV this dastardly duo are showing that fashion is as layered as this seasons look. Flavour caught up with Dirty Dre and Shacky Sweet-tooth to delve a little...
Mitch STP releases latest single ‘Elizabeth’
South London based rapper Mitch STP is back with his new single 'Elizabeth' set for release on 4th November 2019. 'Elizabeth' is the follow up to Mitch STP's last successful single 'Boujee'. The song is an ode to the rapper's relationship with 'Elizabeth' who appears to be the love of his life and the positives and negatives that come along...
New Music Video: Estelle – Back To Love
The UK's very own Estelle is back with a brand new video for her new single 'Back To Love'.'Back To Love' features on the Grammy award winner's forthcoming album, 'All Of Me', and will serve as the lead UK single. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEmsBpLvVcU&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
Lekan Shobiyi from Lagos to London
Flavour caught up with Lekan Shobiyi, 29, a talented guitarist born in Lagos, Nigeria who found himself in London chasing his dream. From the tender age of three years old Lekan’s passion for music grew; surrounded by musicians, his love for music was inevitable.How did you get into music? I got into music, when I became a member of my...
IV ROX call on hot 2015 artist Stormzy for new single Badder Than A Mother
If you’re not familiar with all girl group IV Rox you soon will be, not only did their debut single, Down 4 Me feature Ghetts, But have just announced their 2nd single, Badder than a Mother, which features the very hot talent and BBC sound of 2015 nominee Stormzy. The girls, consisting of Raquel, Dolly, Natalie and Nadine, certainly have...
Nick Mohura releases latest single ‘Bellaqueando’
Expressing the beauty of an intimate moment, 'Bellaqueando' is the brand new single to come from Bogotá artist Nick Mohura. Definitely bringing the sound of summer, Nick Mohura's vocals sit on top of light steel pans and a reggaeton rhythm. With a mixture of tropical rhythms 'Bellaqueando' ventures into the fusion of Dancehall and Reggaeton. 'Bellaqueando' is definitely the love...
Charm’n To Releases New Album Gangsta Goddess
In a powerful burst of self-expression Charm’n releases her first full album Gangsta Goddess. The album comes after being nominated earlier this year for the ‘2017 Best Artist of the Year’ at the Ohio Hip-Hop Awards and will be available for download and streaming from 27th December 2017. Raised in a tough neighbourhood in Kentucky, Charm'n's music has been shaped by a difficult upbringing where her anger and frustration lead...
5 new trailers from X-Men First Class
X-MEN FIRST CLASS charts the epic beginning of the X-Men saga, and reveals a secret history of famous global events. Before mutants had revealed themselves to the world, and before Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr took the names Professor X and Magneto, they were two young men discovering their powers for the first time. Not archenemies, they were...
Getting To Know Future Soul Artist Inês
Known for her captivating live music shows and music enriched with so much soulful vulnerability and vocal prowess it makes your heart hurt. Australian future soul artist Inês is our latest obsession. Just recently she released a new EP ‘The Vessel’ which instantly caught our attention. The EP is theatrical, striking and emotionally captivating and we decided that we should...
Interview: Ice Prince becoming ‘King’ of Afro Beats
It’s very windy as I drive into a quiet road just off the bustling streets of Stratford. Having been slowed down by traffic, I feel relieved to finally enter one of the private apartments to interview Afro Beats sensation Ice Prince. Having just performed at Radio 1’s Hackney Weekend, sharing the stage with acts such as Jay-Z, Rihanna and...
Musiq Soulchild live in concert
Being an avid neo soul fan, I was more than ecstatic to finally see Musiq Soulchild in concert at The 02, but to be honest, I felt sorry for him because my expectations of him may have been too high!The crowd was most definitely pleased with the opening performance from Vula giving us her upbeat neo soul vibes to...
Eastenders Whitney in danger… again!
Poor Whitney. Only 18 years old and she has been a victim of abuse in more than one case. The episodes showing Whitney’s trauma hit home for many viewers and action help lines say they received thousands of calls after the soap was aired.Whitney (played by Shona McGarty) was groomed and abused by her step dad to be Tony...
ODF clothing
ODF Clothing( Ow’du’feel) was founded in 2007 by young entrepreneur Nicholas ‘ Supanova Dex’ Amfo, who launched the diverse clothing line with a variety of styles targeting a wide market.ODF is a label which has a versatile and tasteful look, defining confidence, self-motivation, independence, class and most importantly style. "Ow'du'feel" clothing is a way of expressing views on the...
Lord of the Rings Trilogy All Nighter at BFI IMAX
If you’re stuck with ideas for what to do on a Saturday night or if raving isn’t quite your thing, then how about spending it at the BFI IMAX for their After Dark All-Nighter. Now a regular feature of the BFI IMAX programme, the next All Nighter is on Saturday 22 August at 11.59pm where they will be screening...
Introducing Jack Garratt’s latest track I couldn’t Have You Anyway @JackGarratt
Jack Garratt's, 'I couldn't Have You Anyway' is really uptempo and is the male version to Florence and the Machine, it's very beautiful and has such a great tone to his voice. We like discovering new talent on Flavourmag, so we decided to share this little nugget with you all. Enjoy.[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/133163055" params="auto_play=false&hide_related=false&visual=true" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /]Follow Jack on...
The Young Dancer of the Year Award
For the second year running, The Dance Show will be holding a prestigious competition to find the Young Dancer of the Year sponsored by Spotlight and supported by Dancers Inc. Finalists competing for the Young Dancer of the Year Award, will battle it out on the 3rd of December at Brimingham NEC, in front of The Dance Show audience before the winner...
AKG offers Scholarship of Sound competition for music producers
‘Scholarship of Sound’ offers 10 talented electronic music producers and sound students from across Europe will get the unique chance to win a week in Berlin, under the tutelage and guidance of highly respected artists, music producers and music professionals learning how to develop a greater understanding of sound, music production and audio engineering.All they have to do is...