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

Hal B1n0 “Sour Grapes”

August 19, 2016

Singer songwriter Hal B1no, from Los Angeles, California, has a really laid back style that reminds us of the likes of Tom Petty, Jack Johnson, Third Eye Blind, and even Maroon 5. His song, ‘Sour Grapes’, released in June this year, is an airy freewheeling song talking about the living life as it’s meant to be lived – to be enjoyed and not caring too much about what others think.

Slow Down Molasses – ‘100% Sunshine’

August 18, 2016

An album that calls to mind the very best of the 80s and 90s (we’re thinking New World Order and The Cure), ‘100% Sunshine’ is 100% guitars and rock rhythms.

Chelsea Shag “New Perfume”

August 18, 2016

Born and raised in Canada, Chelsea Shag nonetheless found her voice in Atlanta, Georgia, where she has recently debuted her album, ‘Colours’, on Madison Records.

MAAD “Black Ice”

August 18, 2016

MAAD follows up her previous release, ‘Sweet & Low’ with her new single, ‘Black Ice’. Drawing inspiration from the disco-funk era, ‘Black Ice’ is a modern twist on the genre, giving a latter day pop edge to a classic sound.

Johnny Maxwell “Numb”

August 18, 2016

California native, Johnny Maxwell appeared on X Factor before a panel comprising Simon Cowell, Britney Spears, LA Reid, and Demi Lovato. All four judges voted yes, and he electrified the audience: the whole experience set his already considerable determination to succeed into overdrive.

Luce Shows A Different Side Of Seattle With Debut Track ‘New Mercedes’

August 17, 2016

Seattle-based Luce is not your typical musician from the Pacific Northwest. Far from grunge and guitar rock, the artist makes music with a hip…

Denel’s ‘Imperfectly Perfect 2.0’ Breaks The Beauty Stereotype

August 16, 2016

With a music video that features women of many ages and sizes, Denel bucks the trend with his song, ‘Imperfectly Perfect 2.0’, encouraging the listener to be happy in the skin they are in.

Introflirt’s ‘Temporary Heaven’ Is No Longer Temporary As Of Tomorrow

August 11, 2016

‘Temporary Heaven’, by Oakland California band, Introflirt, is set for release tomorrow, August 12.

Anna Rest Easy On Nordic Music, Films, and ‘My Own Private Viking’

August 9, 2016

We’re excited to announce that Anna Rest Easy (aka Ruth Dixon) is going to release a second album, the follow up to her excellent debut, ‘Retrospectre’. Out in the autumn, ‘My Own Private Viking’ is inspired both by Ruth’s favourite films, as well as her favourite Nordic songs.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Hal B1n0 “Sour Grapes”

Slow Down Molasses – ‘100% Sunshine’

Chelsea Shag “New Perfume”

MAAD “Black Ice”

Johnny Maxwell “Numb”

Luce Shows A Different Side Of Seattle With Debut Track ‘New Mercedes’

Denel’s ‘Imperfectly Perfect 2.0’ Breaks The Beauty Stereotype

Introflirt’s ‘Temporary Heaven’ Is No Longer Temporary As Of Tomorrow

Anna Rest Easy On Nordic Music, Films, and ‘My Own Private Viking’

‘Love Can Take Us There’ – Anne Steele Releases Heartfelt Response To Pulse Nightclub Tragedy

Nick de la Hoyde – ‘Never Gonna Beg For It’ The Remixes

Christie Huff Brings Us Her Special Blend Of Country Pop With ‘Summer Love’