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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

South African Hip Hop Artist Da L.E.S. Drops Newest Single ‘Popular Demand’

July 17, 2017

Da L.E.S. has released a new single, ‘Popular Demand’. The American-born South African hip hop legend has had over ten years in the African entertainment business, and has a plethora of hits under his belt, with ‘Popular Demand’ looking like it will follow suit.

Kesha Unleashes Her Wild Female Spirit In New Song ‘Woman’

July 15, 2017

It never rains but it pours from Kesha’s new album ‘Rainbow’, with the follow up to the first release from her pot of gold, ‘Woman’. Kesha released ‘Praying’ earlier this month.

The Vamps – ‘Night & Day – Night Edition’

July 14, 2017

Out today, ‘Night & Day – Night Edition’ from The Vamps is ten songs inspired by heartbreak.

Builder Of The House – ‘Ornaments’

July 13, 2017

We recently covered Builder Of The House with the release of their single, ‘Evergreen’, the first from their new album, ‘Ornaments’, which is due out tomorrow, July 14. 

All-American Rejects Are Back With 2-Track EP ‘Sweat’ & ‘Close Your Eyes’

July 12, 2017

Best known for their hits, ‘Dirty Little Secret’, and ‘Gives You Hell’, out in 2005 and 2008 respectively, The All-American Rejects are back with a two track EP, featuring the songs ‘Sweat’, and ‘Close Your Eyes’.

Tia P. – ‘4 Seats From Beyoncé​’

July 11, 2017

Inspired by the likes of Lauryn Hill, Missy Elliot, and  Pharrell Williams, the music of Tia P. combines the essence of Eyrkah Badu, the funk of D’Angelo, the storytelling of Bahamadia, and the brashness of Jean Grae.

R-Wan – ‘Sexual Chemistry’ ft. Farah Ash

July 11, 2017

R-Wan is the DJ of the future, with unforgettable performances in clubs to festivals, and his collaborations, with artists such as Snoop Dogg, and Fatman Scoop, have seen him rise to the top of many a playlist.

The Burning Peppermints – ‘Don’t Try To Lie To Me’

July 11, 2017

The Burning Peppermints join the illustrious set of excellent music coming out of Birmingham, Alabama, with their blend of punk, grunge, and rock’n’roll in their new single, Don’t Try To Lie To Me’.

Maliibu Miitch – ‘4AM’

July 10, 2017

Sounding like she’s from Southern California but in reality an east girl right to the core – from the South Bronx even – Maliibu Miitch has released her latest single, ‘4AM’, with the video filmed in April.

Wai Lana – ‘Oh My Sweet Lord’

July 10, 2017

World-renowned yoga teacher Wai Lana released her music video ‘Oh My Sweet Lord’ on June 21, in honour of the 3rd International Day Of Yoga.

Peter Currency – ‘Jugg X Juggle’

July 10, 2017

Brooklyn based hip hop artist Peter Currency marches to the beat of a different drum with the music video for his track, ‘Jugg X Juggle’, which is part of an as yet untitled but soon to be released project.

Karol Conka Announces New Single Release ‘Lala’ Taken From The Forthcoming Album ‘Farofei’

July 8, 2017

Accompanied by a brilliantly coloured video filled with sexual imagery, Brazillian hip hop artist Karol Conka has released her new single, Lala’.

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