I’m Suffering From Fatigue!

Yes, it’s that time of the week again. There been another X Factor show, another elimination. I’m sure you’ll all be sorry to hear…

Win Lawrence Bray’s “Best Served Loud”

We recently chatted to Lawrence about his music, his influences, and his plans for the future. We love his sound, which visits the best…

Get Ready To To Be Spooked!

It was week 4 of the X Factor and they dubbed it ‘Fright Night for Halloween’. It was time for ghouls to appear on…

Bearforce1 Announces Comeback!

Dutch/Northern Irish band Bearforce1 have announced their comeback as they enter the competition for Swiss Eurovision selection! The band were discovered by celebrity blogger…

Jedward Release Ferocious Video

John and Edward give us a visual feast in new music video Ferocious. The song was released last Friday and has debuted at number…

Kitty Brucknell Releases Glitter in the Sky

Mention the name, “Kitty” to anyone in the UK, and they will instantly know you are talking about the irresistably and controversial Kitty Brucknell,…

Annie Lennox Speaks to Yahoo.com

Regular readers of Essentially Pop will know that part of our remit is to cover those artists who are doing things on their own,…

Introducing: Brighter Later

Australian band, Brighter Later, sprang fully formed into the consciousness of that country’s music scene.

It’s Here! Jedward are Ferocious!

The Irish twins John and Edward Grimes, better known as Jedward, continue to promote their highly anticipated fourth studio album, due for release later…

XF 80s Night: Could It Get Any Worse?

Yes, it’s week 2 and it was 80s night. When I heard this, I thought – Oh no they’re going to ruin all my…

Jedward Debut Ferocious Song

The dynamic duo from Dublin have certainly hit on a winner with self-penned song Ferocious, which they sang live for the first time on…

Essentially Pop Talks to James Poole

James Poole is a singer-songwriter with a voice that sets him apart from the rest. Described as being able to “stir the soul”, James…