New Music: Ikes – ‘Let It Go’ (DJ Q & Smasher Remixes)
After hitting us the with Maleek Berry’s original creation, London rapper Ikes delivers another surprise in the form of two brand new remixes to accompany his latest single 'Let It Go'. UK garage producer, DJ Q is first up providing the bouncy track with some fist-thumping garage infused vibrations, while Smasher takes it in a more grimey direction. Get...
One To Watch: AlunaGeorge Are Ready For The World
There’s no sound quite like theirs around right now! London-based duo AlunaGeorge’s innovative electronic blend of R&B and pop is proving to be a winner, they have already being short listed for the 2013 Critics' Choice BRIT Award as well as making the BBC’s sound of 2013 poll. Their breakthrough track, ‘Your Drums, Your Love’ is a fine example of their...
Single-Don’t Touch It, it’s Mine explores the difficult subject of child abuse.
Raymond Stevens was the name behind one of the biggest stars to date from the UK, Jessie J. He evidently helped to put her on the road to global success. Behind the music success however is a man who has managed to survive and live after suffering sexual, physical and mental abuse at Shirley Oaks a care home in Lambeth.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtonOmIvS_IYears...
A new BBC TV show wants you
Flavour Magazine tells you about new BBC TV showHave you ever dreamt about working around fine food & quality drink? And speaking to a diverse range of people?Then this new BBC show will be for you.We are looking for people from across the UK, from a wide variety of backgrounds, who have yet to find their direction in life....
Terri Walker on where she has been and where she is going
It seems faces from a little way back are making their comebacks into a new world where dance music seems to proliferate. One of the faces making a welcome return is the soul singer Terri Walker. Truthfully she has been off the lime light radar for an age but this does not mean she has been lounging. On the...
Doctor Together releases latest single ‘Transition’
'Transition' is the brand new single to come from Spanish artist Doctor Together. Born from the feeling of a need for change, 'Transition' creates sonic tranquillity and peace through his experimentation with different electronic sounds. The steady movement of the track makes us feel like we're floating in the sea under the summer sun!OUT NOW Listen HereWith his origins in...
Flavour Podcast: Exclusive access on the road with Cover Drive
Everyone seems to love Cover Drive - they’re full of life, funny and incredibly talented. I was lucky enough to be invited to sit down with the group ahead of their support performance on Dappy’s Birmingham tour. Check out our exclusive podcast below to find out what (Amanda, Barry, Jamar and T-Ray) had to say about their unexpected success,...
Flavour’s Summer festival Guide
There’s nothing like the good old British summer. A week of sun, followed by two weeks of rain, then another day or two of sun, overcrowded beaches, buses with the heating turned on full blast on the hottest day of the year, what more could you ask for?As unreliable as our weather maybe, one feature remains the pride and...
Dexplicit talks Grime and Releasing 12 New EP’s
Starting off with a strong foundation in hip-hop production, and since moving onto garage, bassline and grime, Dexplict has become a highly respected producer and DJ. He was behind the hit record ‘Pow’ in 2004, a track that despite being banned from the radio and clubs, is now still widely played in both. Whilst his focus at the present is...
Music artist Blaise release Mike Skinner Thunderstorm remix
Talented British singer Blaise is set to release Thunderstorm, the second track from her “Sing Out Loud” EP which is available now on iTunes. As a special exclusive, Mike Skinner (The Streets) remixed the single which get's its premier here on Flavourmag. Blaise has been songwriting since the age of 9 and is set to be an unstoppable force...
Ready For Lift Off: Cynikal Unveils New Track ‘Take Off’
Ahead of the release of his forthcoming E.P 'Toby,' rising rapper Cynikal has released his brand new track 'Take Off'. The self produced by the man himself, is described as "a sparse, atmospheric and gritty Hip-Hop experience", with Cynikal packing a real punch and delivering some killer rhymes. To say Cynikal has been busy would be an understatement. In the last year,...
Vito Lockwood releases latest album ‘Player Vibes’
Wanting to show off his versatility as an artist, 'Player Vibes' is the brand new album to come from Vito Lockwood. "I didn't wanna be put in a lane because I feel like I can make music in any lane in Hip-Hop," explains Vito Lockwood, who was inspired by the different vibes he was getting whilst recording this project. The...
Marc Baker Announces the Release of His New Self-Titled EP
Marc Baker is proud to announce the release of his brand new self-titled EP, out now. The EP includes the critically acclaimed first single ‘No Place I’d Rather Be’ and slick electro-pop recording ‘Common People’.To produce the EP, Marc has teamed up with Benjamin Plant, the brainchild of the hugely successful electro-pop band Miami Horror. The songs recorded during Marc’s...
Stylist Eboni Burrows gives the lowdown on the latest fashion
As the world try and pulls it self back up from the current economic depression, 2010 spring fashion brings a smile to everyone’s face. With fashion-forward styles moving away from retro and vintage. Here are a few top style predictions for clothes and accessories that want break you bank.Crop tops… Brace yourself ladies the 90’s are back and its all...
Trey Songz special guest on Usher Tour
Fancy some Passion, Pain and Pleasure? R&B superstar Trey Songz will be playing six massive UK dates as special guest on Usher’s forthcoming tour, including two nights at London’s 02.Due to massive success in the USA for ‘Passion, Pain & Pleasure’ - the forthcoming Usher dates - the album’s release has been brought forward in the UK for fans...
Janet Jackson, Whoopi Goldberg, Thandie Newton star in ‘For Coloured Girls’
Produced and directed by Tyler Perry, 'For Coloured Girls' is out in cinemas from 10th December.Exploring themes of love, abandonment, rape and abortion, the film’s outstanding ensemble cast deliver visceral and intense performances; including BAFTA winner Thandie Newton (Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Crash) Janet Jackson, Macy Gray and Oscar winner Whoopi Goldberg...
Hollie Stephenson the 16 yrs old, singer-songwriter tipped for big things! @Hollie_B7 @JoeWa113r
Hollie Stephenson is a 16 year old singer-songwriter from London who has been developing her song writing skills since the very young age of 12. Not only does the 16 year old have a major lyrical talent but she also has the perfect vocals to match. With vocal techniques and sounds similar 2 the great Amy Winehouse, Hollie is...
Australian artist James Sun to release latest single ‘Drunk On You’
Drunk on You is an upbeat electronic dance single that is set to be released on 23rd November. The single is the latest project coming from Australian artist James Sun. James Sun is new to the Australian market, making music that fills dance floors for those nights where you want to let yourself go. His latest single Drunk On You...
Avina – ‘Without You’ music video
Avina's official debut single 'Tere Bina' music video is released after much anticipation. 'Tere Bina’ (Without You) will be released on iTunes on Friday 29th October 2010, and Avina will be performing live at her official launch night on the same evening.'Tere Bina' is an emotional song to raise awareness on the delicate issue of domestic violence. Featuring a...
Urban Female Group ‘RD’
RD (aka Ruff Diamonds) are Chronz, Martika and Troy; three girls from London, ready to fill the gap left in the UK for a female urban group.Their first single, ‘Alrite Stillll’ showcases the girls’ talents in singing and Mc-ing, fusing r&b, hip hop and dancehall influences, with a UK flava. ‘Alrite Stillll’ is set...
Futuristic make-up for fall 2010
Always ahead of the fashionista game are those creative collectives at NARS; Francois Nars, Daphne Guinness and make-up artist Kabuki bring this ghostly photographic brilliance.Key look Smooth flawless skin Matte foundation Eyes see a wash of colour, building on the outer edge and adding bight yellows and gold to the inners eyes Maximum volume lashes and red stained shimmering lipsKey buy; must not...
Kerogen- mixing it up.
He is a producer that you might not be au faux with but get to know.The first I heard of him was the single Broken Wing from his debut album Kerogen. The single is a huge dub-step infused, atmospheric niceness with some heavy bass to boot blessed by a haunting vocal-I clean played this four times!The same was...
Interview with RIO
RIO is the shining Manchester star that is taking the UK music scene by storm. On the radar of Tim Westwood and gaining support from the likes of Mistajam, Target, Semtex, Max, DJ Woody and Charlie Sloth; RIO is the hardworking artist ready to set the world on fire, one city at a time. Upon the release of his...
Win V.V Brown Comic
Flavour are giving away copies of the complete 1st edition of VV Brown's comic "City of Abacus" to 3 lucky winners.To enter the competition simply post "City of Abacus" in the comments section below by 27th August, and the winners will be chosen at random."The City of Abacus" is an interestingly dark story about a city taken over...
Flo Rida unveils the official video for his new single I Don’t Like It, I Love It (feat. Robin Thicke & Verdine White)
Flo Rida unveils the official video for his new single I Don’t Like It, I Love It (feat. Robin Thicke & Verdine White). The track has already been burning up the radio waves and of course TV-now here is the official video. It’s a strategic track firmly placed in the summer release genre with a tried and tested treatment of;...
Rihanna’s new single ‘Only Girl’
No sooner had world-class megastar Rihanna wrapped up the final show of her sold-out “Last Girl On Earth Tour” in Chicago last week, than she turned her attention to her brand new fifth studio album on Def Jam Recordings. LOUD, set to arrive on November 15th, has been described by insiders as a return to the uptempo dance grooves...
Rapper C-Bz releases latest single Do it 4 Da Bag
Chicago based rapper C-Bz recently dropped his latest track titled Do it 4 Da Bag to all major digital platforms. Do it 4 Da Bag showcases a soul filled deeply with music. This release is set to become C-Bz's summer hit, with layers of dance-inducing beats bringing his music across genres and their boundaries.A strikingly original take on Hip Hop,...
Interview: British Newcomer Nahli talks Big Narstie and being a female artist in 2020
British newcomer Nahli teams up with Big Narstie on new track 'Catch 22' Hailing from Essex, and living in East London, Nahli is a multifaceted talent. Her soulful sound is rich with tender feeling and her unapologetic songwriting and delivery is mature beyond her years.We chatted to Nahli about her collaboration with Big Narstie and what it's like being a...
NEYO ENLISTS GRAMMY NOMINATED TREY SONGZ & CHIPMUNK for an all-star line up
RnB superstar Neyo, has added Grammy nominated singer Trey Songz and the UK's very on chart topping champion Chipmunk to the bill for his forthcoming UK arena tour.Kicking off on Tuesday 22 February at the Glasgow SECC, this tour comes hot on the heels of singer-songwriter Ne-Yo's forth studio album, Trey Songz just finishing the OMG tour with Usher...
Kwabs: A class above the rest.
Back at the beginning of last year I spoke about the frighteningly good Kwabs in my Future Flavours section and I stated that Kwabs was so hugely talented that it made other artists look decidedly mediocre- I further added that Kwabs was going to be absolutely huge.Well a little less than a year later the Atlantic signee is proving...