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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

Mark Ciani Releases Lyric Video For Latest Indie Alternative Track, ‘Some Kind Of Purgatory’

January 7, 2025

Insisting that, “No, I’m not gonna break”, right from the start, NYC based artist Mark Ciani sounds resolute in his new single, ‘Some Kind Of Purgatory’.

Powerhouse Vocalist Emoni WIlkins Spreads Optimism With Gospel Single, ‘Wonder’

January 6, 2025

Emoni Wilkins spreads joy and optimism with every note she sings, and no less so in her latest gospel track and music video, ‘Wonder’.

Volkan Iz Bursts Onto The Scene With Debut Single, ‘Geisha’

January 6, 2025

Written in just one day, ‘Geisha’ is a modern disco-inspired dance track, while being deeply personal to the artist, Volkan Iz.

Staunch Moderates Step Away From Their Usual Musical Output With Spoken Word Track, ‘Frank & The Rat Pack’

December 23, 2024

Staunch Moderates, known musically as DJ Staunch & The Bigfoots, release a track right out of left field with the spoken word track, ‘Frank And The Rat Pack’.

Lightlonglife Delivers A Powerful Blend Of Rock, Pop, And Atmospheric Soundscapes In ‘Just Like Me’

December 23, 2024

LightlongLife’s new single, ‘Just Like Me’, is an upbeat feel-good song, with an early 2000s tinge, combined with modern production methods. Lush synths serve as the basis of the dreamy track, which will keep the listener bopping along from the very first note.

Rising Star Mihiri Silva Infuses Top Shelf Fashion And Fabulous Flair Into Lively Pop Track, ‘I’m Outta Control’

December 23, 2024

With an effortless sound that’s bursting with effusive energy, ‘I’m Outta Control’ from Sri Lankan-born star Mihiri Silva is the title track for the award-winning film, ‘Blue Alliance’, a police action comedy directed by Brian Pinkus.

Dave Luv Soothes The Minds Of His Listeners With New Rap-Pop Track, ‘Walk Through’, Featuring Sagealina

December 23, 2024

Dave Luv flaunts his new style with his latest release, ‘Walk Through’, solidifying his position as a rising young star in the musical pantheon, as he delivers an electrifying blend of sultry R&B and smooth hip-hop supported by the velvety vocals of Sagealina.

After The Failure Of Plans A, B, And C, May Fall Considers ‘Plan D’

December 23, 2024

Everyone experiences defeat and failure in life, it’s an essential tool to help us adapt to change, and consider the choices we face. Sometimes though, we feel that things never go to plan; we seem always to fail, and never succeed. May Fall, with his new single, ‘Plan D’, takes listeners on a journey where, when experiencing setback after setback, he reaches his absolute limit.

Me And My Nightmare Release Touching And Moving Tribute With ‘Don’t Forget Me” (Remix)’

December 23, 2024

A touching tribute to her mother, ‘Don’t Forget Me’ sees Méa of Me And My Nightmare weave sunny memories with the turmoil of caring for a loved one with a heartbreaking illness.

Hudson Thames Makes An Important Decision In New Single, ‘Wrong’

December 23, 2024

In his emotional new single ‘Wrong’, Los Angeles pop-rock artist Hudson Thames is faced with the difficult decision of knowing which path to pursue: that of dedicating his life to his career, and thus neglecting his partner, or focusing on his partner, in the knowledge that his artistic career will suffer.

Ozzie D. Keeps The Festive Hits Coming With ‘Jingle Man’

December 21, 2024

Ozzie D. is a non-stop festive song machine, and we love her for it! She’s back with the gorgeous ‘Jingle Man’, an ode to the big man himself, who we’re all hoping has put us on his nice list, and is set to bring us our heart’s desire this holiday season.

Ozzie D.’s ‘Christmas Hustle’ Is The Perfect Festive Track In The Countdown For Christmas

December 21, 2024

If you’re gathering your strength together in these last few days before the big festive feast, then Ozzie D. has got you covered with her new single, ‘Christmas Hustle’.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Mark Ciani Releases Lyric Video For Latest Indie Alternative Track, ‘Some Kind Of Purgatory’

Powerhouse Vocalist Emoni WIlkins Spreads Optimism With Gospel Single, ‘Wonder’

Volkan Iz Bursts Onto The Scene With Debut Single, ‘Geisha’

Staunch Moderates Step Away From Their Usual Musical Output With Spoken Word Track, ‘Frank & The Rat Pack’

Lightlonglife Delivers A Powerful Blend Of Rock, Pop, And Atmospheric Soundscapes In ‘Just Like Me’

Rising Star Mihiri Silva Infuses Top Shelf Fashion And Fabulous Flair Into Lively Pop Track, ‘I’m Outta Control’

Dave Luv Soothes The Minds Of His Listeners With New Rap-Pop Track, ‘Walk Through’, Featuring Sagealina

After The Failure Of Plans A, B, And C, May Fall Considers ‘Plan D’

Me And My Nightmare Release Touching And Moving Tribute With ‘Don’t Forget Me” (Remix)’

Hudson Thames Makes An Important Decision In New Single, ‘Wrong’

Ozzie D. Keeps The Festive Hits Coming With ‘Jingle Man’

Ozzie D.’s ‘Christmas Hustle’ Is The Perfect Festive Track In The Countdown For Christmas