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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, and she's interviewed 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

Alternative Rock Duo MKII Release EP ‘Breaking Out’

September 10, 2018

MKII released their debut EP, ‘Breaking Out’, on August 24. The hard hitting collection of 5 rock songs, was produced following an epically successful PledgeMusic campaign which saw them raise 118% of their target.

The Lautreamonts: It’s A Sewing Machine Meeting An Umbrella On A Dissecting Table

September 10, 2018

With a sound which they describe as “something as beautiful as the meeting of a sewing machine and an umbrella on a dissecting table” comes The Lautreamonts, from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Six Quick Questions With Sophia Mina

September 10, 2018

We recently wrote about Sophia Mina’s latest single, ‘Run To’, with its video an homage to London’s bright and busy streets, multi-coloured streets. Now we catch up with the artist ahead of her upcoming single, ‘Fly’ – for which we have a sneak preview – and ask her Six Quick Questions.

Gray Areas – ‘Sink’

September 7, 2018

‘Sink’ is a magnificent piece by Gray Areas, from Oakland, California. A deep drum and bass hip hop track it’s got a very catchy piano and bass guitar melody which pulls you right in from the start.

Jxhn Crxw – ‘Everyday Commute’

September 7, 2018

Describing himself as an “anti-social extrovert”, Jxhn Crxw is a prolific artist from Florida, whose single ‘Everyday Commute’ is a sometimes humourous look at the thoughts that go through our minds as we take our every day drive to work or study.

Dulcie Taylor – ‘Halfway To Jesus’

September 7, 2018

Americana singer-songwriter Dulcie Taylor lives in Atascadero, California, almost exactly halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Here she has a great view over the entire Golden State, and she’s worried about what’s going on. Because of this, she’s put her voice to song, with ‘Halfway To Jesus’, her message to the world, where she asks us to confront the destructive consequences of our actions.

Emmy Law – ‘Fairyland’

September 7, 2018

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Emmy Law has always been into music. She started playing piano at the age of eight, began writing her own songs in college, where she majored in music education, and is now ready to show off her musical prowess on her debut EP, ‘Fairyland’.

Jared Dylan Returns To Ireland For World Premier of Latest Project ‘Consequence’

September 6, 2018

Jared Dylan will kick off a 20+ city, three month tour of Ireland, including the world premiere of his latest project, ‘Consequence’. An animated short film, it sees Jared’s alter-ego, and anti-hero Kid Dylan, battle with an internal conflit over good versus evil.

Jeff Goldblum And The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra Release First Singles From Debut Jazz Album ‘The Capitol Studios Sessions’

September 6, 2018

Can you *realllly* call yourself a Jeff Goldblum fan if you haven’t until now also realised he’s a proficient jazz pianist and performer?

Jeff Goldblum Reveals Debut Jazz Album At St Pancras International

September 5, 2018

Jeff Goldblum, the thinking woman’s pin-up, has set hearts a-flutter today at St Pancras International as he launched his debut jazz album, recorded with his long time band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. Set for release on 9th November, ‘The Capitol Studios Sessions’ will combined with two London appearances, on November 17 at Cadogan Hall, and Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club on 22 November.

Lisa Danaë Releases New Single ‘Get Away’ As Latest From ‘1445’ Project

September 5, 2018

With a great pop sound, Los Angeles artist Lisa Danaë returns with her new single, ‘Get Away’, released on August 31. It’s the followup to her previous release, ‘The End Of The Line’.

Exclusive Video Premiere! ’10 Feet’ By Eliza Arnone

September 5, 2018

Earlier this year we introduced readers to Eliza Arnone, an up and coming musical talent from New Jersey, with her debut release, the eight track album, ‘Red Coat’. Now she’s back with her latest single, ’10 Feet’, which comes complete with a music video. We’re proud to exclusively premiere it here on Essentially Pop!

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