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

Todd Curry and FOCUS ‘Tear Down The Walls’ And Crush That Which Divides Us

November 3, 2016

Pastor Todd Curry, together with FOCUS, a nationally touring group, have released the song, ‘Tear Down The Walls’, which aims to crush the walls that divide everyone – not just physical walls but emotional and spiritual walls too.

Soles Of Passion Speak Up For The American People With ‘Say I Will’

November 3, 2016

Progressive Country/Rock duo, Soles Of Passion, have their say about the rights of the American people with their new song, ‘Say I Will’.

Anana Kaye & Irakli Gabriel “Ain’t Dead Yet”

November 2, 2016

New Yorkers Anana Kaye and Irakli Gabriel come together in their new EP, ‘Sentient’, with the lead track, ‘Ain’t Dead Yet’ accompanied by a mesmerisingly gorgeous video.

Bad Reed “Stained Glass”

November 2, 2016

Bad Reed are back with their new song, ‘Stained Glass’, which is accompanied by a psychedelic adventure of a video.

‘Open Your Eyes’ To Hear STRFKR’s Latest Single Ahead Of Album Release

November 2, 2016

STRFKR release gorgeous video for new song, ‘Open Your Eyes’ ahead of fourth album, ‘Being No One, Going Nowhere’ on November 4.

Rio Tazewell Promotes Advancement Of Democracy With Modern Protest Song #realtalk

November 2, 2016

Rio Tazewell promotes the advancement of democracy with his modern day protest song, #realtalk.

Joshua Hatkins Aint Got ‘Time To Waste’ With New Single

November 2, 2016

After several popular covers, Joshua Hatkins has released his first single, ‘Time To Waste’.

Alex Di Leo Is Not Drowing But Waving With New Track ‘Waking Up’ Ahead Of EP Release

November 1, 2016

With a sound that can be placed somewhere in between Bastille and Kodaline, and taps into more than just a hint of Coldplay, Alex Di Leo has travelled a long way to find his true voice, the first example of which can be heard in his new song, ‘Waking Up’.

Abigail Winzer Gives Us Something to ‘Rejoice’ About With Christmas Album

November 1, 2016

With arrangements using old world instruments such as the duduk and Irish harp, combined with gorgeous vocals, the new album from Abigail Winzer, ‘Rejoice’, gives a new flavour to familiar Christmas classics.

Danielle Lewis Set To Release New EP, ‘Fly’

October 31, 2016

We first introduced you to Welsh singer songwriter Danielle Lewis back in June, with her song, ‘Anywhere Is Home’, an up-tempo song which is the perfect introduction to Danielle’s pure, folky vocals. Danielle is set to release her new EP, ‘Fly’, on November 9, featuring six tracks, including ‘Anywhere Is Home’. A double A side single for the title track, ‘Fly’, and ‘Belong’, was released on October 21.

Ben Of The Brown Science Releases Nostalgic Jazz Infused Track ‘Brooklyn’

October 29, 2016

Established in Atlanta, Georgia, The Brown Science have recently released their debut track, ‘Brooklyn’, a hip-hop and jazz influenced song, capturing old school the Brooklyn sound, and featuring jazzy piano, violin, and nostalgic drum tracks.

MNNQNS Are On Top With New EP, ‘Capital’

October 28, 2016

Rouen band, MNNQNS has been one we’ve written a lot about over the years, and for good reason.

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Todd Curry and FOCUS ‘Tear Down The Walls’ And Crush That Which Divides Us

Soles Of Passion Speak Up For The American People With ‘Say I Will’

Anana Kaye & Irakli Gabriel “Ain’t Dead Yet”

Bad Reed “Stained Glass”

‘Open Your Eyes’ To Hear STRFKR’s Latest Single Ahead Of Album Release

Rio Tazewell Promotes Advancement Of Democracy With Modern Protest Song #realtalk

Joshua Hatkins Aint Got ‘Time To Waste’ With New Single

Alex Di Leo Is Not Drowing But Waving With New Track ‘Waking Up’ Ahead Of EP Release

Abigail Winzer Gives Us Something to ‘Rejoice’ About With Christmas Album

Danielle Lewis Set To Release New EP, ‘Fly’

Ben Of The Brown Science Releases Nostalgic Jazz Infused Track ‘Brooklyn’

MNNQNS Are On Top With New EP, ‘Capital’