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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

William Shatner Gets Into The Christmas Spirit And Is Joined By A Cast Of Thousands On ‘Shatner Claus – The Christmas Album’

October 15, 2018

William Shatner will release his first ever Christmas album on October 26, with ‘Shatner Claus – The Christmas Album’.

Ella Mai’s Self-Titled Debut Album Is Available Now

October 14, 2018

Ella Mai’s self-titled debut was released worldwide on Friday, October 12. Executively produced by Mustard, who also serves as Ella Mai’s musical director, the album is a freestyling voyage through the 23 year old singer songwriter’s world. ‘Ella Mai’, released through 10 Summers/Interscope Records, is available to stream and download via all digital retailers.

Kara Connolly Sends A Bold And Empowering “Kiss-Off” To An Abusive Person With New Single ‘Abuser’

October 12, 2018

With an uptempo bossanova style beat Kara Connolly tackles an important and serious subject, standing up for oneself, and owning your self-worth. ‘Abuser’ shows that humour and music can be used as powerful tools for drawing light on sensitive subjects which need to be brought out into the open.

Pete Gardiner – ‘The Middle’

October 11, 2018

Pete Gardiner is set to release his latest track, ‘The Middle’, tomorrow, October 12.

The Struts Announce Nashville Residency At Basement East December 10th & 11th

October 11, 2018

The Struts will release their new album, ‘YOUNG&DANGEROUS’, on October 26th, via Interscope Records.

‘Bleeding Steel’ – New Film From Jackie Chan Gives You Exactly What You Expect

October 11, 2018

With all things, personal taste plays a large part in what we enjoy. I like Jackie Chan films a lot: his humour, the characters he plays, and the fact that most of his films are generally family-friendly really appeal to me. His latest film, ‘Bleeding Steel’, is a sci-fi thriller, and with that, Chan-fans and and non-fans alike should both enjoy watching.

Hip Hop Artist Nathan Heathcock Recent Release Of His Newest Single ‘Tick Tock’

October 11, 2018

Alabama-based hip hop artist Nathan Heathcock released his latest single, ‘Tick Tock’, on May 26 this year.

The Cutthroat Brothers – ‘Kill 4 U’

October 10, 2018

The Cutthroat Brothers have been called “The Sweeney Todds Of Rock” because of their razor-sharp riffs and dangerously catchy songs. The pair, based in Tacoma, Washington, are both veterans of a regional rock scene, with Donny Paycheck formerly playing drums for Zeke (a hardcore band who made their name playing with Pearl Jam, Iron Maiden, and Mudhoney among others).

Angela Josephine – ‘Go Easy’, And ’40 Days’

October 10, 2018

Angela Josephine began her musical career back in 2002 when she appeared at a Border’s Open Mic in Northern Michigan. She weaves motifs and melodies with a celtic theme throughout her songs, and her latest tracks, ‘Go Easy’ and ’40 Days’, reflect this, and the videos were shot in Northern Ireland.

Dar.Ra – ‘Heart Shape Pill’, And ‘Night-Stepper’

October 10, 2018

Dar.Ra first started in London back in the 1990s, and has been steadily evolving his craft, inspired by experimentation. but is now ready to start making waves in the US. The artist has worked in multiple bands in the past, but now has decided it’s time to go solo, with his latest EP, ‘Dirty Lil Secrets’. We present the videos for two singles from the EP – ‘Heart Shape Pill’, and ‘Night-Stepper’.

BBC Radio 2 Supported Band ‘Seprona’ Release Eponymous Debut EP

October 10, 2018

Based in Liverpool, five piece band Seprona have recently released their self-titled debut EP. The self-titled record came out on 5 October, following their single, ‘In The Heat Of The Moment’.

GOODING – ‘Because It Hurts’

October 9, 2018

Nashville-based rock quartet GOODING play with heartfelt emotion, with their music coming straight from their souls. This is reflected in their non-music life as…

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William Shatner Gets Into The Christmas Spirit And Is Joined By A Cast Of Thousands On ‘Shatner Claus – The Christmas Album’

Ella Mai’s Self-Titled Debut Album Is Available Now

Kara Connolly Sends A Bold And Empowering “Kiss-Off” To An Abusive Person With New Single ‘Abuser’

Pete Gardiner – ‘The Middle’

The Struts Announce Nashville Residency At Basement East December 10th & 11th

‘Bleeding Steel’ – New Film From Jackie Chan Gives You Exactly What You Expect

Hip Hop Artist Nathan Heathcock Recent Release Of His Newest Single ‘Tick Tock’

The Cutthroat Brothers – ‘Kill 4 U’

Angela Josephine – ‘Go Easy’, And ’40 Days’

Dar.Ra – ‘Heart Shape Pill’, And ‘Night-Stepper’

BBC Radio 2 Supported Band ‘Seprona’ Release Eponymous Debut EP

GOODING – ‘Because It Hurts’