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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, 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

Introducing: Phase Five

July 6, 2015

Phase Five are hoping to reshape the trend of boy bands in the music industry, bringing fresh sounds that aren’t currently heard on the radio – yet.

Art for Art’s Sake: A Look Inside the Brain of Kevin Godley

July 4, 2015

Kevin Godley. 10cc, Godley & Creme, music, art, WholeWorldBand, Hog Fever…and so much more…

Introducing: Seeker

July 4, 2015

We call this an introduction, but in reality, Brighton based Soul band, Seeker, have been writing and recording their own music for over 10 years.

We Talk to The Rising

July 3, 2015

The Rising, from Belfast, Northern Ireland, dropped into London the other week for a gig.

We Chat to Hollie Stephenson

July 3, 2015

We introduced you to Hollie Stephenson back in April. Although only 17, Hollie has a passion for music unlike anyone else her age.

Calum Foad – ‘Me Me Me’

July 1, 2015

Check out the new video from Reading’s Calum Foad. A track from his debut EP, FLAWS, ‘MeMeMe’ will be released on 13 July.

Introducing: Helen Culver

June 30, 2015

“The dark synthesised sound of Helen Culver adds something minimalist to the dimensions of play. It allows a high rise to clearly come through…

Introducing: Max Gowan

June 30, 2015

Although still only a senior in High School, Max Gowan nonetheless has the drive and determination to succeed.

Just Millie – ‘Lanterns/Not OK’

June 29, 2015

Millie Claxton set off on a busking tour of America, playing wherever she stayed, and earned enough money to move from town to town….

Introducing: People Like You

June 29, 2015

Way back in 2008, pop duo People Like You were enjoying success in the French music scene – from radio to MTV, summer festivals and French clubs, with their self-titled debut album, which had been produced by Goh Hotoda and arranged by Philippe Saisse.

Introducing: Vienna In Love

June 28, 2015

Vienna in Love is a British alternative rock band formed in London in the summer of 2011.

More Names Revealed for the Electric Daisy Carnival!

June 28, 2015

The Electric Daisy Carnival is rolling along very quickly with further names being announced!

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