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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

NYC Hip Hop Artist Dami Collaborates On ‘J’s’ With Mike J

December 29, 2016

NYC Hip Hop Artist Dami Collaborates On ‘J’s’ With Mike J

Anana Kaye Follow Up ‘Ain’t Dead Yet’ With Technicolor Feast ‘Carolina’

December 29, 2016

We introduced readers to Anana Kaye back in November with their track, ‘Ain’t Dead Yet’. Now Anana Kaye and Irakli Gabriel return with their song, ‘Carolina’, accompanied by a vibrantly-coloured, screen-saturating video.

‘In This World’ – Trevor Wesley ft Raven Felix

December 29, 2016

Trevor Wesley has released his latest track, ‘In This World’, featuring emcee Raven Felix.

George Michael

December 28, 2016

We were very saddened by the news of the death of George Michael and hope our obituary serves him justice.

Six Quick Questions For Matteo Sedazzari

December 27, 2016

We’ve caught up with Matteo Sedazzari, author of ‘A Crafty Cigarette: Tales Of A Teenage Mod’ and asked him six quick questions.

New Single Is No ‘Low’ From Hip Hop Group Solid 806 and J’DaSupa

December 22, 2016

Two hip hop artists from East London, Solid 806 & J’DaSupa, have combined forces to release the brand new single, ‘Low’. The track is out through Union Black Records.

Tough Choices To Be Made In Light Of 2017 Grammy Award Nominations

December 21, 2016

The nominations for the 59th Annual Grammy Awards were revealed earlier this month, with some old faithfuls, and a few new surprises among the nods for the music industry’s most sought after gongs.

David Arn Releases ‘Power Line’ Ahead Of Larger 2017 Project

December 21, 2016

‘Power Line’, the latest single from Americana folk singer songwriter David Arn, is the first track from a larger project by the artist, set for release in 2017.

TruVez ft Akevius – ‘Amerika’s NightMare’

December 19, 2016

TruVez’s latest track, ‘Amerika’s NightMare’ features Akevius, and blends deep southern roots with up-north wordplay. The song has seen support from DJs in clubs all over the east coast of the US, from Miami as far north as New York City.

Hip-Hop Artists QueenCity Generals Release New Track ‘So Brand New’

December 19, 2016

With clever wordplay layered over complex beats and horn rhythms, The QueenCity Generals’ new track, ‘So Brand New’ as written with the core belief that everyone has the potential to “be a boss”.

Hip-Hop Artist Yung Bleu Announces Release of Debut Album ‘Investments 3’ Accompanied by a 7-date Tour

December 19, 2016

Jeremy Biddle, performing as Yung Bleu, is a rapper from Mobile, Alabama. His album, ‘Investments 3’, features melodic rapping, layered over heavy beats, and is characterised by his rich baritone voice.

Camden Born Rapper Jay Solstice Releases Brand New Single ‘Changing’

December 18, 2016

From Camden, New Jersey, comes Jay Solstice, a twenty three year old rapper on a mission. His new single, ‘Changing’, is set to be the first of many releases from the talented lyricist in 2017.

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