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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

Beaux Cheveux – ‘Free Love’

December 11, 2017

Back in October we introduced readers to Beaux Cheveux, with their debut single, ‘Deeper Feeling’. Now the duo, who when not performing together are part of AC/DC and Led Zeppelin tribute bands, have returned with their new track, ‘Free Love’.

Imaní Scott – ‘Throwing Glitter’

December 11, 2017

Hailing from Houston, Texas, Imaní Scott is on a mission to bring intelligence back to people listening to music, and get the human race back to where it should be. With her confidence and impeccable work ethic, it’s hard to ignore her attitude. Her latest single, ‘Throwing Glitter’, is a powerhouse track with deep instrumentation and a funky, modern sound reminiscent of the likes of Missy Elliot and Beyoncé.

Essential Advent Calendar: Laust Sonne – ‘X-Mas Morning’

December 11, 2017

We’ve written about Laust Sonne several times before, but now the Danish singer songwriter, and drummer from iconic band, D-A-D (Disneyland After Dark) is back with a seasonal track, ‘X-Mas Morning’.

Essentially Pop Meets Peter Cox Ahead Of The Back To The 80s Cruise 2018

December 9, 2017

The inaugural Back To The 80s Cruise 2018, hosted by Cruiseco, leaves from Southampton on May 6 and includes port visits to Bilbao, Vigo, and Lisbon. You can find out more about the Back To The 80s Cruise 2018 from their official website.

Freeman – ‘Good Times’

December 8, 2017

Based in West London, singer songwriter and abstract artist Freeman released his new single, ‘Good Times’ today. It’s out on Catapult Records, and is the follow up to his recent debut, ‘Lay On’.

JIVE64 Release New Single ‘Side By Side’ In Support Of LGBTQ Rights

December 8, 2017

With influences including synth pop and modern day electro, JIVE64’s new single, ‘Side By Side’ is the centre of their campaign which aims to raise money and awareness for the suffering and lack of human rights of the LGBT community in Chechnya.

SHANGHAI RESTORATION PROJECT (SRP) NEW ALBUM – ‘R.U.R.’ OUT TODAY

December 1, 2017

Brooklyn-based electronic duo, Shanghai Restoration Project (SRP), have released their latest album, ‘R.U.R.’ today. It’s out on Undercover Culture Music.

#Pound’s New Release Goes Off With a ‘B@ng!’

November 29, 2017

Performing together as #Pound, SMXKE and MC DARKBOI, together with producer SUPAWAVE, have joined forces to release their latest single, ‘B@ng!’, along with a music video.

Calamity the Kid – ‘American Muscle’

November 28, 2017

Los Angeles trio Calamity The Kid seamlessly blend 90s garage rock with modern indie, on their intoxicating new single, ‘American Muscle’.

Coopertheband – ‘Rebels’

November 28, 2017

Five piece Coopertheband, from Jackson Tennessee, have had their music featured on HBO, ESPN, and the CBS crime drama, ‘Without A Trace’. Their latest album, ‘Kingdoms’, is their strongest yet, and has spawned their new single, ‘Rebels’.

Queens of the Stone Age – ‘The Way You Used To Do’

November 28, 2017

The video for Queens Of The Stone Age’s ‘The Way You Used To Do’ has been described by Billboard as “a Satanic Fever Dream.” The first single from their album, ‘Villains’, it was originally released exclusively to Apple Music, and topped the Billboard charts. It’s now also been released on Vevo, and has almost cracked the million mark in its first week.

KNITWIT – ‘LookOut’

November 28, 2017

Rapper KNITWIT had to move from his home town of San Diego in order to get some recognition for his music. Real name Shon Lloyd, KNITWIT found support however in other California cities like Los Angeles and Oakland, then in Arizona, where he moved earlier this year. KNITWIT’s latest song, ‘LookOut’, is set to make him a household name and establish him as an artist in his own right.

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