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

We Premiere ‘Sun POV Song’ By Pale Mara

November 12, 2018

Pale Mara’s new single, ‘Sun POV Song’, sounds like it’s come straight out of Haight-Ashbury. It’s from their self-titled album, set for release on December 14.

Jim Clements’ Releases New Track ‘The Comet I Was Waiting For’ From Fourth Album ‘A Failure’

November 11, 2018

Jim Clements’ voice sounds to us like a cross between Donovan and Marc Bolan, with their lyrical abilities crossed with Bob Dylan, Nick Cave, and Leonard Cohen. In the ultimate sense of the word, Clements is a songwriter’s songwriter – we’re not listening for his voice, which is still quite appealing – but we’re hanging onto his every word as it drops from his lips.

Rick Astley Releases ‘She Makes Me’ Video While Surfing The Wave Of His Hugely Successful UK Tour

November 9, 2018

Rick Astley is currently touring the UK and has been on the up and up, particularly following his star appearance on last week’s Graham Norton Show. Fresh from the first of two sold-out shows at Hammersmith Eventim Apollo in London, Rick’s released the hilarious video for his new single, ‘She Makes Me’.

Stormie Bleu Haworth Set To Release Her Latest Single, ‘Castle Dark’

November 9, 2018

Released on October 30, Atlanta artist Stormie Bleu Haworth has released her latest track, ‘Castle Dark’.

Inverted Walrus To Release Latest Six Track EDM EP ‘Nomina’

November 9, 2018

‘Nomina’ is a 6 track EP, and the latest release for techno/EDM artist, Inverted Walrus. It’s set to come out on 30 November.

Egyptian Producer Amr Salah Mahmoud Releases New Single, ‘You & Me’

November 9, 2018

It seems like no time ago that Egyptian house producer, Amr Salah Mahmoud released his last single, ‘Hug Me’, and now he’s back with another, ‘You & Me’.

MariBased1 ft. MrBenjamin – ‘DOE BOI’

November 9, 2018

Because of its geographic location at the very far west of the US, and its relative isolation, Seattle has developed a rap subculture like no other: there’s a distinct sound which marks it as different to any other in the country. Emerald City has produced the likes of Sir Mix-A-Lot, Macklemore, and DoNormaal, and their style is notable for its idiosyncratic storytelling, humour, and big personalities – as well as an unswerving commitment to honesty, MariBased1 is in this respect, a man of his city, and along with his label mate Mr Benjamin, is a proud exponent of Seattle hip hop. Their new track, ‘Doe Boi’, comes with a music video which shows a side of Seattle that tourists are unlikely to ever see.

Sin7 Release New Single ‘Erased’ With Creepy Music Video

November 9, 2018

Sin7 comprises Rev Bliss on vocals, Nelly on guitar, and Hammer on drums. The trio were formed in 2012 in Twin Cities, Minnesota, but each member has over twenty years of performing and touring experience from their previous bands, meaning that combined they know exactly what it takes to keep their fans happy. ‘Erased’ is their latest single, and comes with a music video which features footage that looks like it’s from a horror film.

Jedward To Release Fourth Album Early Next Year

November 9, 2018

Jedward announce via their Spotify channel that their long-awaited fourth studio album is set for release early 2019.

Hollywood Icon Jeff Goldblum’s Debut Album Out Today November 9 And Features Guest Vocals From Imelda May, Haley Reinhart & Sarah Silverman

November 9, 2018

Not content to merely be a Hollywood superstar, style icon, man of the moment, and absolute legend, Jeff Goldblum, celebrated his 66th birthday at the InStyle Magazine awards at the Getty Museum, Los Angeles, where he was honoured as this year’s “Man Of Style”. The award comes ahead of the release of his debut jazz album, ‘The Capitol Studios Sessions’, which he recorded earlier this year with his long term band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. ‘The Capitol Studio Sessions’ is out today November 9 through Decca Records.

Joey Danger – ‘Surrender’

November 8, 2018

Real name Joseph Anthony Stuller, Joey Danger grew up in the small town of Cocoa, Florida, and always harboured the big dreams of becoming a musician, filmmalker, media artist, and producer. Now he lives in New York City, and is working hard to make those dreams come true.