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

Mike Doughty “I Can’t Believe I Found You In That Town”

September 27, 2016

Mike Doughty’s ninth solo album, ‘The Heart Watches While The Brain Burns’, has spawned its first single release, ‘I Can’t Believe I Found You In That Town’.

It’s Simple Erconomics With New Track ‘Tuscany Drive’ From Finnish Producer Veikka Ercola

September 27, 2016

Finnish multi-platinum producer, Veikka Ercola, who has released music under various pseudonyms across a wide range of labels, has announced the release of a new single.

Six Quick Questions With Guy Sebastian

September 27, 2016

Australian singer songwriter Guy Sebastian answers six quick questions for us.

Shawn Mendes Lights A Flame With New Album ‘Illuminate’

September 22, 2016

To those of us who use a wide range of social media, Canadian pop star Shawn Mendes will be a familiar name. Now, however, with second album ‘Illuminate’, out tomorrow, 23 September, Mendes has put his days as a Vine star well and truly behind him.

Dino Jag’s New Single ‘Two Young Hearts’ Speaks Of Love Won, Lost, And Won Again

September 22, 2016

South Australia’s Dino Jag is rapidly establishing himself on the international music scene, with his new EP set for release this coming November. Dino’s latest single, ‘Two Young Hearts’, was recorded at the world famous Sunset Sound Studios in Hollywood.

Forger Announces Release Of New Single ‘Liberation’

September 21, 2016

Swedish band Forger, was formed in 2015 by Victor Ahlberg on vocals and guitar, and his father Ulf on guitar. The pair combine songwriting duties, and are the two constants of the band, whose membership varies.

Bryan Deister Releases Album Of Brooding Reflection ‘Spines Of The Heart’

September 21, 2016

With influences as wide ranging as classical and jazz music, as well as Kurt Cobain, classically trained musician Bryan Deister’s album, ‘Spines Of The Heart’, is dark and emotionally penetrating.

Traveller Announce New EP Release ‘All This Time’

September 21, 2016

UK alt rock band, Traveller, has announced the release of their EP, ‘All This Time’. The EP is set to come out on October 3, and will be available from all major media providers.

Plant a Tree This Autumn To Help Reverse Climate Change Says ‘Dare To Be Wild’ De Courcy and Reynolds

September 21, 2016

Vivienne De Courcy, environmentalist film director of ‘Dare To Be Wild’, as well as Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medallist, Mary Reynolds, herself the focus of De Courcy’s film, have joined with The Woodland Trust to head a call to action for everyone to plant one tree in their garden this Autumn/Winter, to help reverse climate change.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Mike Doughty “I Can’t Believe I Found You In That Town”

It’s Simple Erconomics With New Track ‘Tuscany Drive’ From Finnish Producer Veikka Ercola

Six Quick Questions With Guy Sebastian

Shawn Mendes Lights A Flame With New Album ‘Illuminate’

Dino Jag’s New Single ‘Two Young Hearts’ Speaks Of Love Won, Lost, And Won Again

Forger Announces Release Of New Single ‘Liberation’

Bryan Deister Releases Album Of Brooding Reflection ‘Spines Of The Heart’

Traveller Announce New EP Release ‘All This Time’

Plant a Tree This Autumn To Help Reverse Climate Change Says ‘Dare To Be Wild’ De Courcy and Reynolds

Goody Grace Releases Collaboration With Jesse Rutherford and A$AP Ant ‘Memorie$’

Beach Slang Show Us A Good Night With New Track ‘Punks In A Disco Bar’

Julia Jacklin Doesn’t Let The Kids Win With New Single ‘Leadlight’