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Author: Lisa Hafey

Lisa has been writing for over 20 years, starting as the entertainment editor on her university newspaper. Since then she's written for Popwrapped, Maximum Pop, Celebmix, and ListenOnRepeat. Lisa loves all good music, with particular fondness for Jedward and David Bowie. She's interviewed Edward Grimes (Jedward), Kevin Godley, Trevor Horn, Paul Young, Peter Cox (Go West), Brendan B Brown (Wheatus), Bruce Foxton (The Jam), among many many more. Lisa is also available for freelance writing - please email lisa@essentiallypop.com

Ron Brunk Gives Us An Insight Into The Force Of Nature That Is ‘Snaggly’

May 20, 2026

Continuing with the cat-themed songs, ‘Snaggly’ lets fans in on Ron Brunk’s feline friend of the same name, who he has often describes as being “a force of nature”.

If There Was Any Doubt, Ron Brunk’s Single, ‘Mostly I Love Cats’ Confirms It

May 20, 2026

Ron Brunk’s single, ‘Mostly I Love Cats’, is a real toe-tapper of a song, with his acoustic guitar accompanying his gravelly vocals. In the song he writes about all the things that are most important to him – his family, the earth, the moon and sun, food, his dog – but most of all, he loves cats.

‘The Wheel’ Continues The Thread Of Greg Hoy’s Astute Observation Of Society

May 19, 2026

Greg Hoy’s new single, ‘The Wheel’ taps into a lesser-known layer of this artist’s expansive identity.

Duane Hoover Wants Us To Take Him ‘Where The Wild Things Are’ Ahead Of Third Album ‘Sharade Parade’

May 19, 2026

Hard to believe, but June is just around the corner. Not so hard to believe is that prolific artist Duane Hoover has new music, with third album, ‘Sharade Parade’, set for release on the 16th of June. The long player is preceded by the single, ‘Where The Wild Things Are’, a track that once more channels all the very best of the 1960s and 1970s.

Suneaters Bring Emotionally Charged Karaoke With New Single, ‘Johatsu’

May 15, 2026

Out today, the 15th of May, ‘Johatsu’ is the new single from Suneaters’ upcoming album, ‘Suneaters V: Heroic Dose’.

Keeana Kee and Valery Kaufman Unveil Bold And Empowering Breakup Anthem, ‘Ex’s Funeral’

May 14, 2026

Released on the 1st of April, ‘Ex’s Funeral’ is the new single from pop artist Keeana Kee and supermodel turned singer, Valery Kaufman. The track is a rebellious pop anthem, and is accompanied by a cinematic music video.

Pariz Implores Listeners To Live Our Authentic Selves With Bold New Dance-Pop Single, ‘B0C3TUD4’

May 6, 2026

Bringing some of the most provocative and boundary-pushing sounds to be found in the Brazilian pop scene, Pariz’s new single, ‘B0C3TUD4’ is fierce, infectious and pure dancefloor fuel.

Big Wic Makes A Statement About Growth And Survival With ‘Cheesecake’

May 1, 2026

Big Wic’s story is rooted in survival and ambition. Growing up surrounded by drugs, violence, and limited opportunities, in the area around Church Street…

Divergent Have An Instant Rock Classic With The Stirring, ‘Give Her Love’

May 1, 2026

Divergent enjoyed making their debut album so much that they took only the briefest of hiatuses before they got back in the studio and started making their sophomore long player. Following the release of lead single, ‘Rev It Up’, back in March, they’re continuing to fire on all cylinders – if with more purposeful, empowering intent – on new single, ‘Give Her Love’.

The Infamous HER Switch Things Around With ‘Be My Lover’

April 30, 2026

‘Be My Lover’, from The Infamous HER, was written in a rental house while the band was on tour, and was revived nearly fifteen years later.

Brad Wolfe & The Moon Take A Look At Resilience And Joy With ‘Why Wait’

April 30, 2026

‘Why Wait’, from Brad Wolfe & The Moon, from the upcoming EP, ‘Vol 1. Loss’, is the first in a series of upcoming singles, all of which form an essential part of this movement. Listeners are encouraged to embrace the present and live fully. because even in loss, there is light.

Ryan Collins x Ty Taylor Capture The Frenzy In ‘The Madness’

April 29, 2026

In another dream collaboration for Rob Aster and his music production boutique, RRHOT LLC and record label, iDreamology, award-winning hip hop artist Ryan Collins and soulful powerhouse Ty Taylor come together in their new project, ‘The Madness’.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Ron Brunk Gives Us An Insight Into The Force Of Nature That Is ‘Snaggly’

If There Was Any Doubt, Ron Brunk’s Single, ‘Mostly I Love Cats’ Confirms It

‘The Wheel’ Continues The Thread Of Greg Hoy’s Astute Observation Of Society

Duane Hoover Wants Us To Take Him ‘Where The Wild Things Are’ Ahead Of Third Album ‘Sharade Parade’

Suneaters Bring Emotionally Charged Karaoke With New Single, ‘Johatsu’

Keeana Kee and Valery Kaufman Unveil Bold And Empowering Breakup Anthem, ‘Ex’s Funeral’

Pariz Implores Listeners To Live Our Authentic Selves With Bold New Dance-Pop Single, ‘B0C3TUD4’

Big Wic Makes A Statement About Growth And Survival With ‘Cheesecake’

Divergent Have An Instant Rock Classic With The Stirring, ‘Give Her Love’

The Infamous HER Switch Things Around With ‘Be My Lover’

Brad Wolfe & The Moon Take A Look At Resilience And Joy With ‘Why Wait’

Ryan Collins x Ty Taylor Capture The Frenzy In ‘The Madness’