Music
Going on holiday? Pack up your personals like a professional
With summer steadily approaching many of us are already thinking about hitting the gym, to make sure that when the sun comes out to play, you know, you look your best. This is closely followed by thoughts of distant lands, somewhere to escape to, to get some rest and relaxation and to forget about the everyday troubles that plague...
UK rapper Nae releases latest single ‘They Hatin’
'They Hatin' sees young UK rapper Nae reflect on the journey he has been on since releasing his debut single in 2019. He explores the contrast between the success of his first two releases and the conflict this caused in his home scene, giving way to the title of the track. With a strong vocal delivery and a track that...
Calvin Harris and Disciples bring How Deep Is Your Love
Calvin Harris and Disciples bring How Deep Is Your Love and it is a sure fire anthem right here. Calvin Harris drops something with a slightly more House vibe which comes in part through his collaboration with the trio Disciples. I actually interviewed Disciples a little while back so it’s great to see that they are fulfilling all that potential and...
Kali Uchis ‘RIDIN ROUND’ new single announced
Sexy Colombian singer, songwriter and producer, Kali Uchis, announces the release of new single, 'Ridin Round', impacting on Rinse, this December 11th.[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/230143229" params="auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /]A slice of slickly -produced dub cut by prolific producer, DJ Dahi (Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Travi$ Scott), 'Ridin Round' is a gorgeous, smoked out nocturnal odyssey from the Colombian-by-way-of Virginia starlet. Alternating...
Addictive Go Viral
You would have heard the original in nightclubs everywhere, and now girl band/duo Addictive have covered the funky beat with their own twist. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qudjfi3EJHs]The British duo from Manchester are now signed to 2NV records and will dropping new material next year - keep your ears peeled.
Flavour TV Scoop
YAY! Thank God, that another commercially hyped marketer’s dream is over. Yes that’s right, I’m not a fan of Valentines Day, Bah Humbug!Now lets get down to some Good TV.MasterChefIt’s Back!!! For all you foodies out there MasterChef, has returned to our screens for another series of twenty hopeful’s battling it out to be crowned Master Chef 2011.There is...
Lisa Nelson releases debut single ‘Butterfly’
Manchester based singer Lisa Nelson is certain to cement her place as the voice to watch out for with the release of her debut single ‘Butterfly’. The naturally gifted vocalist is guaranteed to blow you away with her velvet voice and inspirational words. Inspired by gospel greats such as Kim Burrell, Yolanda Adams and Kelly Price. The UK has...
The Return of the So Solid Crew
It is hard to believe that So Solid Crew first came onto the scene almost 10 years ago, storming the charts with their surprise number one hit, 21 Seconds in August 2001. Since then, the group enjoyed chart success unrivalled by any other UK garage collective to date. It is fair to say that they were in fact pioneers...
Artful tells all…
As one half of Artful Dodger, Mark Hill has clocked up some impressive accolades; with four Ivor Novello Awards, a number one album and over 10 million worldwide record sales to his name, he hasn't done too badly.We caught up with the UKG icon as he prepares to once again dominate the charts with his new single Never Mind The...
Introducing the Good Life
Who Are They? Good Life Music Group.From: Atlanta, Georgia.About? Real honest, hardcore trap music demonstrating musical eclecticism with ground thumping beats to hard-hitting 808 bass backdrops.Members: FrontStreet, Issa, Law G, T Black The Hit Maker.Standout Tracks:Bang tells the story of a woman standing by her man. Gives you a sultry modern take on trap sprinkled with strong elements of R&B compliments of...
Hottest Kid on the Block: Luke Bingham
I've met many upcoming UK acts this year, but Luke Bingham was one of the few artists that really got me excited for the future of UK music.Think of Drake’s swagger, Trey Songz sultry voice and an authentic British charm and you have Luke. I told you he’s exciting. The previous X Factor contestant has been praised and promoted by...
Kojo: The man behind the comedy awards
The self titled 'Fresh Prince of Hackney' Kojo is arguably one of the biggest talents to come out of the black comedy circuit. His Sunday Comedy Club began, what can only be described as a new UK culture or way of life; Sunday Show's are now all the rage, with many comeidans commending him for tehir success. With several...
Neetu: Miss Flavour 2010
Dancing Queen Neetu Sahota is used to shaking things up on stage with her energetic spark and attitude. She calls the stage her home, and it’s no surprise that after ditching her trainers for heels, her elegance and charisma helped her wow the judges to be crowned Miss Flavour 2010.In her first interview as Miss Flavour, Neetu tells us...
Flavourmag spends a morning with KISS’ DJ Neev
Early last week, Flavourmag spent time with the rather beautiful DJ NEEV at the KISS FM headquarters and what a day. We had a personal tour of the studios where we saw the institution that is SHORTEE BLITZ with DJ MK blazing up an afternoon show, before watching NEEV drop her hugely popular morning show from 9-12pm Monday to...
World Premiere LEV ‘Never Let You Go’ video plus interview
Lev the singer songwriter from Texas is an artist who needs to be firmly on your musical radar bringing a sound best described as electro. We have the premiere of Lev's new video 'Never Let You Go' right here on Flavourmag.The singer songwriter has steadily made a name for herself in the States particularly after her SXSW performance. The up...
WATCH: NUSTAR II, Open Heavens @NuStarrII
“Open Heavens” is the latest offering from Urban Gospel group Nu Star II (the 2009 gospel award nominees). Featuring grime artist Sneakbo (“Ring A Ling”) and mixes from old school garage legend Sunship, the single has already spent 8 weeks in Music Week Urban Club chart peaking at #11.Before a 5 year break Nu Starr II (aka Nu Starr)...
Interview: Hip Hop Duo The Ying Yang Twins Are Back
From ‘Salt Shaker’ to ‘Badd’ and ‘Get Low’ with Lil Jon, Kaine and D-Roc of Ying Yang Twins have always had us getting crunked. Play one of their records anywhere and witness what happens. Once their voice begins to whistle through the speakers, people far and wide will undeniably start getting down. They sustain that feel good, booty-shakin’ effect...
Where Are They Now? | Singer Kallaghan From N’n’G’s ‘Right Before My Eyes’
It was one of the most notable records in the bumper year for old-school raves and underground anthems. 90's ravers will have no trouble recalling N'n'G’s two-step monster hit ‘Right Before My Eyes,’ featuring the powerhouse vocals of Kallaghan. If you were a twentysomething during this time, you may remember singer-songwriter Kallaghan as the object of many male crushes. In tribute...
Bobby V definitely not slowing down.
Slow Down was the huge and I mean HUGE debut track from one Bobby V (originally Bobby Valentino). The melodic single with its killer hook and chorus was literally everywhere blessing shows like Top of Pops to radio stations like Choice FM before the station was assimilated-“resistance is futile” and became Capital’s bitch (sorry).After all the tantalising potential that...
Album Review: JLS ‘Evolution’
Following on from the success of their last three albums, and sales of 10 million records worldwide, JLS have now entered the usually complicated fourth album stage of their calling. The title track, ‘Hottest Girl In The World’ is the catchy groove where the lads tap the right notes with the ladies. Filled with romanticism and Mr. Bangladesh production expertise, JLS recreates...
Kali Uchis releases video for ‘Tyrant featuring Jorja Smith – Watch Now
The wait is finally over as Kali Uchis releases the brand spanking new video for 'Tyrant featuring Jorja Smith. Having recently visited the UK and performing at the Jazz Cafe. Kali Uchis has released the new video for 'Tyrant' featuring Jorja Smith. Kali Uchis appeared alongside Gorillaz at Demon Dayz festival last weekend.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDUOLz9ZL2g“Big thank you to Helmi, Jorja, Division Paris and all the...
Daisy Dares You behind the scenes
Check out the behind the scenes video of Daisy Dares You's new joint Rosie, which is dedicated to her best friend. Daisy Dares You, one of the fastest rising stars in the UK, is set to release this single on June 28th through Jive Records.http://www.youtube.com/v/DZQcKaRYENI
Watch Beyonce & Nicki Minaj ‘Feeling Myself’ Video
Beyonce and Nicki Minaj have without warning launched the new video for 'Feeling Myself' but there's a catch, in order to watch the sexy new video you will have to subscribe to Tidal. Well that was until someone uploaded it to Vimeo below.... Enjoyhttps://vimeo.com/128215073The playful video see's the pair in plenty of outfit changes including swimsuits, varsity jerseys, Coachella outtakes, twerking...
Live & Unsigned judges give advice
The count down is on for the Live and Unsigned grand final at The O2, London and the judges are giving the participants a word of advice. Check out the video to hear the wise words of the likes of Dane Bowers and Ras Kwame.http://www.muzu.tv/player/getPlayer/a/PWny9lK1KV/vidId=668497 What The Judges Say - Live and Unsigned on muzu.tvTickets are now on sale for...
Frixion: the UKs hottest new boy band
Neil Painter, David Stanton and Johnny Wright walk, talk, look and most importantly sing like the UK’s latest pin-up boy band. But don’t confuse them with your everyday manufactured group – these Midlands lads have been friends since college, and after working the music scene for over three years got their break by signing with label Fame City. They...
Winners announced for the Black Tie Comedy Awards
On Sunday 29th November 2009 the first annual Black Tie Comedy Awards with Kojo the comedian and the beautiful model/ actress Rachel Ritfeld hosting. Fresh from co-starring as lovers in the movie Find Her Keep Her the pair had great chemistry on stage. Proceedings started 2hrs late. And before you think ‘hmmm, black people time’ it was actually...
Joel Culpepper – ‘Skydive’ EP out October 1
This short film by Abi Moore is set in Joel's hometown of South East London. Join him on a beautiful day as he explains what Skydive is all about and the music that has propelled it to existence. Skydive EP is out October 1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YG44KuDzDuoCulpepper's anticipated debut EP Skydive, takes the listener on a journey of love and life's lessons through...
Voletta Wallace & Angela Bassett talk candidly about B.I.G.
No greater love exists than being young and into the music that really captures who you are at that moment in your life. If you were living in Brooklyn during the early 1990s, that means you were having a mad affair with the man known as "Biggie Smalls," a.k.a. Christopher Wallace.What made Wallace's rhyming skills so unique was...
10 Reasons to… go to Mo*Vida, the Night Club
Mo*Vida, London’s most successful nightclub, is pleased to announce the re-opening of its acclaimed London address with two Grand VIP opening nights, taking place 25 & 26 April. To get us ready for the party event of the season, we have a comprised a list proving why we love going to, Mo*Vida, the night club.It’s in the heart of London’s...
More sex, please – we’re young, liberated and British
A new survey shows young people have more partners than ever before!The second ever national survey of sexual behaviour in Britain, published in The Lancet medical journal, reveals that in the last ten years, both men and women have been choosing to sleep with more people than ever before – but the increase is more remarkable among women.Among today’s...