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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

Raftree Have ‘All The Time’ In The World With New Single

November 14, 2016

Hailing from New Jersey, alt rock metal band Raftree have ‘All The Time’ to prove themselves, with their new single. The band focus on expressive melodies and vocals, as well as raucous riffs.

John Vincent Curry Is ‘Still The Same’

November 13, 2016

Using the simple motif of a black and white video to illustrate that we are all the same John Vincent Curry – himself even painted half black and half white, conveys beautifully the truth that we are all the same, so what the hell are we fighting for.

Kristine Mirelle Is No ‘Freakin’ Mess’ With New Single And Video

November 13, 2016

In the video for her song, ‘Freakin’ Mess’, Kristine Mirelle posts a sound warning that she’s not one to be messed around with.

The Other Life Draws Us Into His Mysterious World With New Release ‘Happiness’

November 12, 2016

With a sound similar to Étienne de Crécy and Alex Gopher, Swedish artist The Other Life has released his debut track, ‘Happiness’.

Dorian Bay’s New Track Is More Than A ‘Dream’

November 12, 2016

Dorian Bay, an up and coming EDM producer, singer and DJ from Tallinn, Estonia, has released his debut solo single, ‘Dream’.

Electra Day – ‘Quiet Hours’

November 11, 2016

Drawing comparisons with the likes of Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, and Leonard Cohen, ‘Quiet Hours’ is the solo project of Julie Hampton, performing under the name of Electra Day.

Jim Peterik Is ‘Caught Up In You’ With Release Of New Single And Album ‘The Songs’

November 11, 2016

Jim Peterik has released a new album, ‘The Songs’. Thirteen of his songs re-imagined in styles including bluegrass, soft rock, and the blues.

Matt Katsis Relases Single ‘Need You Here’ Ahead Of Victoria And Queensland Tour

November 11, 2016

Matt Katsis released his new single, ‘Need You Here’ ahead of his second EP, set to come out mid 2017. You can see Matt on tour across Victoria and Queensland this November and December.

It’s A ‘Fait Accompli’ With New EP From Eddie Petterson

November 11, 2016

Eddie Petterson, from Brisbane, Australia, is a singer songwriter whose new EP, ‘Fait Accompli’ is available to pre-order from iTunes, with an expected release date of November 25.

Brisbane’s Blues Arcadia Set To Release Debut Self-Titled EP

November 11, 2016

Fresh out of Brisbane, Australia, comes Blues Arcadia, whose eponymous debut EP is set for release on Monday 14 November.

Phoebe Nir Gives Us A Little ‘Side Hustle’ With New EP

November 8, 2016

Released on November 4 and including a power-packed cover of Iggy Pop’s ‘Lust For Life’, New York City-based writer, singer/songwriter and theatre artist Phoebe Nir’s debut EP, ‘Side Hustle’ is fast and furious.

It’s A Fight To The Death On Dollymount Strand With Not Monsters’ New Single, ‘Sharpshooter’

November 7, 2016

Not Monsters comment on the US presidential elections with their new song, ‘Sharpshooter’.