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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

twelveAM Is On His Own With New EP

November 15, 2016

Up and coming Melbourne-based hip hop artist twelveAM released his debut EP, ‘Own’, on October 23. The EP consists of eight tracks which are set to push the boundaries of Australian hip hop, with twelveAMs unique sound.

Vagabond Specter Travel ‘Half A Billion Miles’ Across Time And Space With New Single

November 15, 2016

Initially a studio project, Kiev-based Vagabond Specter is the joint project of vocalist Pablo Specter and guitarist, keyboard player, and producer, Yuriy Smailius. Their new single, ‘Half A Billion Miles’ is accompanied by an extraordinary video created by talented artist and director, Gosha Vinokurov.

Dobolo Is ‘About To Blow’ Apart Boundaries With His New Single

November 15, 2016

Dobolo, a Nigerian-born artist living in Japan, knows that music knows no boundaries, and that the best of it is able to travel across continents and oceans. As one of the several thousand Nigerians living in Japan (the Japanese Ministry Of Internal Affairs places the figure at 2,638), Dobolo is introducing new styles and genres into Japanese culture.

Dylan Bernard’s New Single ‘Flames’ Rekindles Our Love For Piano-Driven Music

November 15, 2016

Bitten by the music bug at an early age when his mother put him in the church choir at the age of four, Dylan Bernard discovered his musical talent, which sadly went dormant when a few years later, his mother died after losing her battle with Type 2 Diabetes. As Dylan grew older however, his love for music was rekindled, and his new single, ‘Flames’, showcases his songwriting skills in a stripped down, back to basics, piano driven track.

The Dead Daisies Release Film For ‘Song And A Prayer’ Ahead Of European Tour

November 15, 2016

The Dead Daisies have just released their brand new single, ‘Song And A Prayer’ ahead of their six-week UK and European tour, which sees them joint-headline act with The Answer.

BASSETT “GHOST HWY”

November 15, 2016

Bassett are a culturally diverse and nomadic duo comprising multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter Josh Bassett and bassist Taz Ozaki. Their search for identity, peace, and creative release led them to the Californian desert, whose vast landscapes served as inspiration for their newest EP and video of the same name, ‘Ghost Hwy’.

Reyna Roberts Puts Up A Good Fight With ‘I’m Coming For Ya’

November 14, 2016

Reyna Roberts has been a fighter all her life. Born prematurely in Anchorage, Alaska, she was at risk of severe developmental disadvantages, but she proved both doctors and experts alike wrong by finding her voice and turning it into a brilliant gift.

Gavriel Rafael Has Some ‘Bomb Love’ With New Release

November 14, 2016

We featured Vein some time ago with his single, ‘I Feel It’. Now performing under his real name, Gavriel Rafael, the Puerto Rican/Russian producer, DJ and songwriter has released his new track, ‘Bomb Love’, via Soundcloud.

Guy Sebastian Releases New Single, ‘Set In Stone’

November 14, 2016

Australian superstar Guy Sebastian has released his latest single. ‘Set In Stone’, inspired while in Bali writing songs for his upcoming album, is now available through Sony Music Entertainment Australia.

Chuck Murphy “Peace Be With You”

November 14, 2016

Award winning, Billboard charting singer songwriter, Chuck Murphy’s EP ‘Peace Be With You’ has been a labour of love for both him and his co-producer Jeff Silverman. The title track has been remixed and submitted for consideration for the 59th Grammy Awards next February.

Jmaxx Meets His Match In A ‘Sassy Girl’

November 14, 2016

Born in South Africa, singer songwriter Justin Egling – known as Jmaxx – is making waves in the USA, where he wowed audiences in Atlanta and New York City before releasing his single, ‘Born To Be Famous’. Jmaxx returns with his new track, ‘Sassy Girl’, accompanied by a vibrant music video.

Zeroes Attract With New Single ‘Machines And Magnets’

November 14, 2016

With a video featuring pop and lock dance artist Louis Gordon, Zeroes cross style and genre boundaries in their song, ‘Machines And Magnets’.

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