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

Mark J Morgan Tells Modern Day ‘Parables (Part 1)’ With New EP

July 18, 2016

Moving into traditional R&B music from his Christian gospel background, Mark J Morgan’s music comes from the influences of his life, and all the associated parts of it, including faith, family, relationships, various circumstances and trials. Mark taught himself both piano and guitar, and is a talented songwriter whose music transcends all emotions and lifestyles.

Mark J Morgan’s EP, ‘Parables Part 1’, released on 11 July, is six songs which showcase his considerable skills.

Eric Anders Shows He Is Not Tethered To The Ground With ‘Big World Abide’

July 15, 2016

California singer songwriter Eric Anders, from the San Francisco Bay area, started writing and recording late in life, but has certainly made up for it with the release of four critically acclaimed albums over the space of four years. Now his creative body has been compiled and re-mastered as the beautiful ‘Big World Abide: The Best of Eric Anders’, and released in June this year.

The Coathangers Are More Than A Girl Group With 60s Infused ‘Down Down’

July 12, 2016

Starting up in 2006 in Atlanta, Georgia, The Coathangers had very modest ambitions, playing no-wave and irreverent garage rock. But the trio, who comprise Julia Kugel on guitar, Meredith Franco on bass, and Stephanie Luke on drums (all three take vocal duties), were serious about their craft, and that dedication made for incredible live performances, as well as infectious records.

Sound Sculptor Le Fil Is One To Watch With New EP ‘Nightlife’

July 11, 2016

Born into a Cantonese speaking family, Le Fil learned English by singing along to a pop music diet of Bros and Kylie Minogue. Originally from Huddersfield, Yorkshire, but now based in Peckham, South London, the singer songwriter and artist has established himself on the underground culture circuit, with his blend of dark pop, provocative performance art, and striking sculptures, which focus on identity and gender politics.