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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

EL.i.BE – ‘Liberation’

May 11, 2017

Originally from Liberia but now based in the twin cities of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota, MC and producer EL.i.BE brings a multicultural perspective to his music. His new album, ‘Liberation’, set for release on May 19, is an in-depth look into his mind, and touches on subjects such as friendship, loneliness, and big city living.

It’s Only Rock’n’Roll But They Like It – Six Quick Questions With Glam Skanks

May 11, 2017

We introduced you to Glam Skanks earlier this week, with the release of the video for their latest song, ‘Bad Bitch’. Now on tour across the UK with Adam Ant as part of his ‘Adam Ant – Anthems The Singles’ tour, the band took time out to answer Six Quick Questions for us.

Cade Thompson – ‘Treasures’

May 10, 2017

Cade Thompson is only sixteen years old but his rich strong voice and songwriting skills set him apart with an across the board appeal. His new single, ‘Treasures’, takes him out of his church, where he is a worship leader, to the wider community, with a sound which will resonate with Christians and mainstream pop audiences alike.

Lina – ‘Can’t Keep Falling’

May 8, 2017

We recently spoke to Lina, the first Arabic winner of The Voice of Israel, about her music, and what lay ahead for her. Now the singer songwriter has revealed a teaser of her new song, ‘Can’t Keep Falling’, out now and available to download and stream on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal.

Glam Skanks Release Video For New Song ‘Bad Bitch’ Ahead Of UK Tour Supporting Adam Ant

May 8, 2017

They’ve opened for Alice Cooper, and have jammed with Johnny Depp: now Glam Skanks have been hand-picked to open for Adam Ant, to open for his ‘ANTHEMS – The Singles’ tour, in the UK this month and in the US in early 2018.

Not All Irish Folk Music Is The Silken Same: We Talk To Mossy Nolan And Colm McGowan

May 6, 2017

In the second of our interviews with Irish artists, Lisa speaks to folk duo, The Silken Same.

The Vamps Announce New Two-Part Album – ‘Night & Day’

May 5, 2017

UK four-piece The Vamps are back with a bang! Releasing their new single, ‘The Middle Of The Night’ only last week, they’ve stormed into the Top 5 on iTunes, and trended worldwide on Twitter. Following up on this good news, the band has announced the release of their new album, ‘Night & Day’, out through Virgin EMI UK.

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‘For Crying Out Loud!’: Kasabian Release Career Defining Album

May 5, 2017

Kasabian’s sixth studio album, ‘For Crying Out Loud’, is out today on Columbia.

New Hope Club Release Debut EP, ‘Welcome To The Club’

May 5, 2017

New Hope Club, one of the most exciting rising British bands at the present time, have today released their debut EP, ‘Welcome To The Club’. The 4 track EP is out through Steady Records, and is available to stream and download across all digital platforms.

Kylie Odetta Premieres Video For ‘You Don’t Love Me’

May 5, 2017

19 year old South Carolina native Kylie Odetta this week premiered her new music video for her song, ‘You Don’t Love Me’.

Lost Songs Volume 2: Six Quick Questions For Album Curator ADMAN

May 4, 2017

Last year we covered ‘Lost Songs Volume 1’, an album curated by ADMAN and recorded at the world famous Metropolis Studios, in London. An album of “the best songs nobody has heard of yet”, the same team have now come back together to record ‘Lost Songs Volume 2’. We asked Alun Davies Six Quick Questions.

APELLA: The ‘Graceful Dancer’ Singers Talk To Us About Their Music And *THAT* Gig At Whelans

May 1, 2017

On a recent trip to Dublin, Lisa had the chance to talk to APELLA about their latest track, ‘Graceful Dancer’, as well as their music, what plans they have for the future, and how Ed Sheeran came to be at their Whelans gig.

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