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

Ghost x Gardens – ‘Heartbreak Hotel Chelsea’

August 21, 2018

With a sound that’s something between Smashing Pumpkins and Lou Reed comes New York based art rocker, Ghost x Gardens, with his new album, ‘Heartbreak Hotel Chelsea’, released on 18 August.

Trip Hop Artist T.O.N.T.O Goes ‘To The Edge’ With New Single

August 21, 2018

Set for release on 3 September, London trip hop artist T.O.N.T.O’s new single, ‘To The Edge’ is a psychedelic hip hop masterpiece.

Anime Rapper Pharaoh Uchiha Releases Latest Single ‘Revenge 777/Bad Vibes Forever’

August 21, 2018

Pharaoh Uchiha released her latest single, ‘Revenge 777/Bad Vibes Forever’ on July 5.

#Pound Set To Release First Studio Project ‘Free Tayp’

August 17, 2018

We introduced readers to #Pound back in November, with their single, ‘B@ng!’. The duo, comprising SMXKE and MC DARKBOI, are from East London, are now back and set to release their first ever studio project, ‘Free Tayp’.

The Aces – ‘Last One’

August 17, 2018

“Four girls from lil old Orem, Utah”, The Aces will reel you in with their undeniably catchy melodies and infectious hooks. The follow up single to their smash hit, ‘Volcanic Love’, ‘Last One’ should win over listeners of all ages and backgrounds.

Slothrust – ‘Double Down’

August 17, 2018

Boston-based trio Slothrust are full of rebellion with their latest single, ‘Double Down’.

Mika Means – ‘Single Life’

August 17, 2018

Originally from Atlanta, R&B and hip hop artist Mika Means has been in the music industry for close to a decade, writing songs for notable gold and platinum artists such as Bando Jonez, Chris Brown, and Zomboy. Now she’s started out on her solo career, with her latest single, ‘Single Life’, a fun summer jam, ahead of the release of her debut album, ‘Sheezus Christ’.

ash.ØK – ‘Holding Sand’

August 17, 2018

We’ve covered releases by Pennsylvanian producer ash.ØK in the past, and we love the sound he gives to his productions, no matter with whom he’s collaborated.

Pacific – ‘Life In Short’

August 17, 2018

Manchester band Pacific comprises brothers and songwriters Anthony Orzel (vocals and guitar) and Daniel Orzel (bass guitar, synth, backing vocals), alongside Dave Bithell on guitar, and Drew Burns on drums. Their sound is a blend of alternative, indie, and pop, and they’ve been described as the perfect combination of Elton John and Kasabian.

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