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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

CONTAGEOUS FUNK IS GOING TO MAKE IT ‘BY ANY MEANS’

December 5, 2024

CONTAGEOUS FUNK’s new single, ‘BY ANY MEANS’, could be called a “hustler song”, but it’s a positive track, with its emphasis on taking control of one’s destiny and empowering oneself.

Sorina Keifer Sings A Protest Anthem With ‘AMERICA’

December 5, 2024

The social and political upheaval in the United States has been making headlines for nearly a decade now, sending ripples of uncertainty around the globe. German artist, Sorina Kiefer, has applied her talents to her new single, ‘AMERICA’, a protest anthem accompanied by a cinematic music video.

YSN Hazel Sets Us On Fire With ‘On Dat Brown’

December 4, 2024

YSN Hazel is a firebrand who inflames every track with his dynamic personality, and no less so than in his latest offering, his rap/R&B track, ‘On Dat Brown’.

Raised On Candy Take A Visit To New Jersey’s ‘Nishuane Park’ With Their Latest Single

December 4, 2024

‘Nishuane Park’, from Raised On Candy, manages to pack in about six different styles of music and several eras in a track that’s just over two minutes long. If it’s anything, it’s shoegaze blended with punk pop, adding some grungy elements, and a bit of 60s rock thrown in for good measure.

Singer-Songwriter CEDER Collaborates On New EP With Cellist Dorotea

December 3, 2024

A glorious 5 track self-titled EP, ‘CEDER & Dorotea’ sees the singer-songwriter from Sweden’s west coast join forces with talented cellist Dorotea, amalgamating classical elements with contemporary pop stylings.

Musical Project Wendebellefly Present New Rock Pop Album, ‘Flowers Blooming’

December 3, 2024

Released on November 20, ‘Flowers Blooming’ is a showcase of singer-songwriter Wendebellefly’s unique talent for blending musical and visual arts.

Breton Musician Krismenn Talks To Us About His Haunting Soundtrack For Irish Language Crime Thriller, ‘Crá’

November 28, 2024

Written by Doireann Ní Chorragáin and Richie Conroy, and directed by Philip Doherty, ‘Crá’ is notable for its haunting soundtrack, by Breton composer, Krismenn. We were struck by the stunning, ethereal, and beautiful music, and took the opportunity to speak with Krismenn.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

CONTAGEOUS FUNK IS GOING TO MAKE IT ‘BY ANY MEANS’

Sorina Keifer Sings A Protest Anthem With ‘AMERICA’

YSN Hazel Sets Us On Fire With ‘On Dat Brown’

Raised On Candy Take A Visit To New Jersey’s ‘Nishuane Park’ With Their Latest Single

Singer-Songwriter CEDER Collaborates On New EP With Cellist Dorotea

Musical Project Wendebellefly Present New Rock Pop Album, ‘Flowers Blooming’

Breton Musician Krismenn Talks To Us About His Haunting Soundtrack For Irish Language Crime Thriller, ‘Crá’

Branson Anderson Gets A Bit Threatening With ‘Shake Your Bangs’

Graham Candy Challenges Us To Rest Awhile With New Single, ‘Inside (The Cloud)’

Premiere: Ozzie D. Is Full Of Festive Cheer With ‘Sleigh Stacked Full’ Lyric Video

‘TikTok’ On The Clock With New York Artist, Keeana Kee

Matthew Thay Doe Gets Into The Festive Spirit With ‘Christmas Is Perfect With You’