Miss Frank: Sisters are doin’ it for themselves
Graziella Affinita and Shar Alexandra are two of the original Miss Frank members. After performing outstandingly well in 2009’s The X Factor, the girls became what we now know as the core of the titular group.Since leaving The X Factor, the face of Miss Frank has changed to include another show contestant, Cherelle Basquin, who was recruited after the...
Where are they now? Another Level
On the 12th July 1998 UK R&B boy band Another Level reached the top of the charts with single ‘Freak Me’. Signed with Jay-Z’s Roc-A-Fella Records, the band and were at the height of the charts in the late 90’s. Modelled on US R&B chart toppers at the time, Blackstreet, Another Level was a change from the cheesy pop...
Exclusive: Ben Ofoedu on how his life turned around and the secret to a long lasting relationship
Ben Ofoedu is most well known for being the former lead singer of the 90’s band Phats and Small, who sold over two million copies of their debut single ‘Turn Around’. He is also engaged to Vanessa Feltz one of the busiest women in showbiz, and as well as enjoying their own individual success, you'd think as a couple...
Mother’s Day film moments we weren’t SEXpecting
Over two thirds of 18-30 somethings get caught out by raunchy movie moments watched with parents, dutiful sons and daughters beware: new research reveals over 70% of 18-30 somethings have been embarrassed by unforeseen raunchy film scenes watched with their parents or in-laws. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44zNphZdnXc&feature=related From the cheeky making-of porn scenes in Love Actually, to the naughty opening scenes of Bridesmaids, millions of gift givers could be caught off guard...
Win a pair of tickets to the premier and after party of PIMP starring Danny Dyer
Win tickets to see the movie and mingle with the cast of Pimp at a star studded after party on Wednesday 19th May 2010. With Danny Dyer and Robert Cavanah leading the cast, Pimp a film about a week in the life of a Soho pimp is a must see.The movie sees Stanley (Danny Dyer) working for Soho pimp,...
Trey Songz: Flavour Magazine’s first non-UK cover star!
Since making his recording debut in 2005, the Grammy Award nominated US star Trey Songz has crafted some of the most acclaimed and compelling R&B slow jams of the decade. Having already released four studio albums, including the most recent, Passion, Pain & Pleasure, winning the prestigious title of Best Male R&B Artist at the 2010 BET Awards and...
Introducing X Factor 2014 runner up, Fleur East
This years X Factor saw the return of two popular judges, Simon Cowell and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, a new edition to the panel, Mel B, and the longest standing judge, Louis Walsh, join forces for 2014. They all had the same thing in mind which was to find a whole bunch of brand new raw UK talent. With Cheryl mentoring the...
Genesis Elijah on UK Hip Hop
As a generic term UK rap encompasses many genres. UK grime at present seems to be the noticeable face of that generic term and indeed many rappers gravitate towards that genre...but not everyone.Genesis Elijah is part of that group of UK rappers that were inspired by such figures as Rodney P and Roots Manuva. Genesis has been plying his...
Damien Walters: stunt career is kick ass
Every young boisterous male worth his salt has at some point wanted to be a stuntman. After trying a fifteen foot parkour style jump and sustaining a tremendously painful sprained ankle only usurped by extreme embarrassment as my friends doubled in pain, I decided the stunt career was not for me.However, Enter the Battle at the Indigo on the...
Introducing: Sirens the UK’s best kept secret girl group
Before there was The Saturdays there was Girls Aloud, and before Girls Aloud there was Sirens. Introducing one of the UK’s best kept secret female girl group (up until now) the threesome Katherine Monaco, Karina Chambers and Lea Reynolds are gearing up to release their third album ‘3′. Since bursting onto to the scene in...
Flavour Review: Rihanna – ‘Talk That Talk’
We have seen Rihanna grow from a girl to a rebellious young adult – whilst her career has blossomed into the largest and most vibrant flower in the field, her personal life has been a sea full of waves that have certainly tried to knock her down – but shes only got up stronger, better and harder. I couldn’t...
Inside Cassie’s Beauty Box
Copycat the most impressive celeb and runway looks with these hints and tips supplied by make-up artist Gina B. This week she delves into the beauty box of singer Cassie. FACE Cassie Ventura may be genetically gifted compared to us mere mortals…BUT you can achieve this flawless glow with the use of NARZ Sheer Glow Foundation for £29.50 (Cassie’s...
Hip Hop ain’t dead: 10 of the best UK rappers of all time!
Hip Hop and Grime have been plastered all over the official UK charts over the years and it's got no plans of slowing down any time soon! With the UK delivering some of the best Hip Hop music from underground Grime artists as well as known established Hip Hop artists it's no surprise that it's being recognised worldwide by some...
Lemar: On reality TV, fatherhood and leaving a legacy
Not many artists can be recognized from their first name alone. It’s an iconic status usually reserved for the greats such as Madonna, Beyoncé and the like. However, award-winning singer and songwriter Lemar is fast becoming an iconic star in his own right. The multi-platinum-selling artist is one of the most successful artists to have appeared on a reality...
Competition: Budding music producers wanted to compose soundtrack for sickle cell charity
Today sees the launch of an exciting competition, ‘Sound of Broken Silence’, for all budding musicians and music producers to compose and produce a track for youth charity group, Broken Silence. The sickle cell charity and its patron, actor Richard Campbell who recently appeared in Anuvahood, are looking for a talented individual or group to put together a soundtrack...
Jhene Aiko – Souled Out set for release 8th Sept @JheneAiko
The exquisite Jhene Aiko is days away from debuting her album ‘Souled Out’ which will be released on the 8th September via Def Jam/Virgin EMI. ‘To Love & Die’ and ‘The Pressure’ are just 2 of the 14-track collection that have been made available so far and give an insight to how beautifully crafted, and how much of Jhene’s soul...
Who’s made Flavourmag’s 2014 hot list? A look back at some of the hottest new UK music acts to debut in 2014!
It is fair to say that 2014 has been another fantastic year in music for the UK. Each year we keep getting better and better by producing music talents that are just simply mind blowing! As a country we really are starting to give the rest of the world a run for their money when it cames to talent! Not...
Ben Haenow Wins X Factor 2014 and Releases Debut Single ‘Something I Need’
‘Something I Need’ The X Factor Winner’s Single by Ben Haenow is available to download now, only moments after winning. He was an early frontrunner to win the series outright – and this evening Ben Haenow has been crowned the winner of The X Factor 2014. After thousands of hotly contested auditions nationwide, The X Factor 2014 climaxed with one of...
Smart Alyc: So smart, he’s made for the part
Smart Alyc is North London’s evolutionary rap artist and certainly lives up to his stage name, with his clever lyrical play on the words in his music. More than just a rapper, this songwriter and producer’s latest work ‘Anti Social’ is currently gracing the UK rap scene and is filled with his charismatic and unique style. Having taken a...
Majestic & Jungle 70 - Creeping In The Dark [Audio]
Creeping in the Dark is a bass and garage fusion of taught and bouncy basslines that stabs and prod their way along beneath the distinctive, free flowing deliveries of Jungle 70. It’s modern, pristine production that glows with a late night neon hue. Creeping In The Dark is the first glimpse of Majestic’s production chops in his own right and...
Leah Mcfall speaks EXCLUSIVELY to Flavourmag about her brand new single ‘Home’, her Album and her famous mentor Will.i.am
Since Leah's successful appearance as a finalist on The BBC's The Voice 2013, her name has been on the tounge of some of the biggest names in the music business. The 24 year old first impressed the UK and the rest of the world with her exceptional vocal range and impressive live performances last year. Since then the Irish...
Hit Or Miss: Dido Returns With New Track Featuring Kendrick Lemar
http://youtu.be/CacGBpfxFBkMost famous for her collaboration with Eminem on 'Stan' more than a decade ago. . .Dido is back, gearing up for the release of her fourth studio album due in 2013, and kicking things off is this bouncing track featuring rap favorite, Kendrick Lamar, who like former collaborator Eminem is also signed to Dr. Dre's Aftermath label.Produced by the...
Shontelle: “I won’t be one of those scantily dressed chicks hanging off boys…”
With the introduction of so many new R&B artists on the scene in the last year it’s fair to say singer-songwriter Shontelle Layne had almost dropped off our radarBut the 24-year-old from Barbados is back with a new look and brand new material.Impossible is the debut single from Shontelle's upcoming album, No Gravity, out later this year.In an exclusive...
Jamie Scott is Burnin’ is up with his new cover!
You may recognise this beauty as a member of Kingsland Road, but he has gone to venture to do his own thing and that meaning uploading brilliant covers onto youtube and still deciding on what to do in his future. I think Jamie/Jay not sure on what to call him yet as I'm so used to calling him Jay and...
Introducing… Crisis Musik
Hailing from North London, Crisismusik is a rapper, song writer and university student. When talking to the 19-year-old, he said his inspirations ranged from Michael Jackson, Tupac and UK Grime on a whole, whilst saying his music holds many elements, from Indie to Hip Hop.Oh, and he loves RnB. It seems his eclectic tastes are the way forward, because in...
Iggy Azalea and Rita Kick Ass in Black Widow
At Flavourmag we have been repping Iggy Azalea from day dot. Rita Ora has also been one of our fav's for such a long time too. The 2 beauties have now teamed up on the track Black Widow. Black widow see's Iggy and Rita in Kill Bill style outfits and we must say, Rita Ora is looking extra Boobylicious. Black...
Check out Chip’s brand new website
As Chipmunk's growing up, so is the look of his website. The update has a sharp and cool edge with loads of stuff for fans to see.Get access to all the official Chip videos as well as some fly photos and mixtapes. His latest, 'London Boy', is due to be released soon.Fans also get their hands on Chip's fresh...
Solo 45 Brings-Feed ‘Em To The Lions
Ok this is a short bit of thumping, dirty, skanking grime coming from Solo45. If you are not au fait with the name then you are sure to now his collective Boy Better Know. http://youtu.be/AyFF_k71IrIThe track has been around for two years but only the producer Preditah and BBK dj Maximum have had the track. If you were blessed to...
Stunning new Miley Cyrus photos for V magazine and the launch of her new single “We Can’t Stop”
Miley Cyrus goes all out with this stunning new V Magazine photo shoot, perfectly timed with the release of her new single "We Can't Stop" The single, which will be released in the UK on 18th August on RCA Records, has been produced by Mike WiLL Made-It and is the first release from Miley's forthcoming album.We can't wait to...
The True Face Of A Modern Grime Icon: Look Out…Devlin’s Back!
First, a few facts: Born James Devlin, the 23-year-old MC now known as Devlin-or occasionally Dev-grew up in Dagenham, East London. Young James, soon to be Devlin, began his career as a kiddie rapper, working with a collective of grime emcees. In 2008 he managed to attract the attention of The "Louis Vuitton Don" aka Kanye West, who posted...