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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

Divergent’s ‘I Really Want To Love You (So Bad)’ Is Much More Than A Classic Love Song

June 9, 2026

With its dreamy piano, and full bodied bass, Divergent’s ‘I Really Want To Love You (So Bad)’, at first feels like a classic love song, but it’s not long before they make it clear it’s so much more than that.

Mýa And Too $hort Bring The Very Best Of Late 80s R&B With ‘Just A Little Bit’

June 9, 2026

Creative powerhouse Mýa follows up her single, ‘ASAP’ with a new Pop/R&B track, ‘Just A Little Bit’, which sees her collaborate with West Coast Rap pioneer, Too $hort.

Todd Adelman And The Woodsmen Know Exactly What They’re Looking For With ‘Kind Of Woman (Who Makes The Morning Look Good)’

June 5, 2026

With a sound that’s as authentic as it is catchy, ‘Kind Of Woman (Who Makes The Morning Look Good’, from Todd Adelman And The Woodsmen brings with it some of the old time vibe that’s missing from a lot of country/Americana music these days.

Australian Singer Songwriter Tom Morfitt-White Unveils Enchanting New Single, ‘Love Me Now’

June 5, 2026

Released on the 22nd of May, ‘Love Me Now’ is the debut single from rising Australian singer-songwriter, Tom Morfitt-White.

Charlie Winton Joins The Pantheon Of Greats With ‘Rising Tide’

June 5, 2026

Charlie Winton’s new single, ‘Rising Tide’, is characterised by an arresting guitar riff, filled to the brim with melancholy.

Sanchez Weave A Spell With Latin Rock Track, ‘Me Embrujaste’

June 2, 2026

Sanchez’s new single, ‘Me Embrujaste’ tells a story known to many Latinos across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. A forlorn woman, faced with troubles of the heart, seeks out a curandera to cast a special spell, sowing far more than just affection.

Michael V. Doane Makes A Deeply Personal Declaration Of Love With ‘I Know’

June 2, 2026

Michael V. Doane’s new single, ‘I Know’, is deeply personal, and was inspired by his experience as an older father of twins. The experience brought with it the awareness that time is never guaranteed, and that every moment he creates needs to live in the hearts of his children, beyond him.

Benzo Trill Brings R&B Warmth With ‘Roses’

June 2, 2026

A track awash with intoxicating R&B warmth, Benzo Trill’s ‘Roses’ follows a man who is wooing the object of his affections with romantic gestures, charisma, and effortless charm. Leaving a sumptuous bouquet of roses at her door shows his devotion, and an illustration of the joy she brings into his life.

LightlongLife Is ‘Living A Moment’ – And Encourages Us To Join Him – In Latest Pop Release

June 1, 2026

Alex Tsaga’s LightlongLife project offers more than a glimpse into his quest in search of harmony and authenticity, and latest single, ‘Living A Moment’, is filled with genuine enthusiasm that grows from just a spark into something that is all-encompassing.

‘Rita’s Song’, Michael A. Levine and Rafaela “Rita” Crevoshay, Is Truly Transformative

June 1, 2026

‘Rita’s Song’, from Michael A. Levine and Rafaela “Rita” Crevoshay is a celebration about Rita’s transition from male to female at the age of 76, and a moving encouragement for us all to live our true lives.

Gary Roger Wimbush Gets Us Ready For Summer With His Joyful New Single, ‘Hola Coco Cola’

May 28, 2026

Set for release on the 8th of June, Gary Roger Wimbush’s new single, ‘Hola Coco Cola’ is going to be the one track we all have on our summer playlist.

Bella Ballert Releases Massive New Album, ‘Mallorca Party-Kracher 2026! DAS FETZT’

May 28, 2026

Out now, ‘Mallorca Party-Kracher 2026! DAS FETZT’ is the new album from Bella Ballert, a project from German artist, Silvana Schrape. The absolutely mammoth 78 track release is the perfect party album, at four hours and fifteen minutes long – you won’t need to play anything else all night!

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Divergent’s ‘I Really Want To Love You (So Bad)’ Is Much More Than A Classic Love Song

Mýa And Too $hort Bring The Very Best Of Late 80s R&B With ‘Just A Little Bit’

Todd Adelman And The Woodsmen Know Exactly What They’re Looking For With ‘Kind Of Woman (Who Makes The Morning Look Good)’

Australian Singer Songwriter Tom Morfitt-White Unveils Enchanting New Single, ‘Love Me Now’

Charlie Winton Joins The Pantheon Of Greats With ‘Rising Tide’

Sanchez Weave A Spell With Latin Rock Track, ‘Me Embrujaste’

Michael V. Doane Makes A Deeply Personal Declaration Of Love With ‘I Know’

Benzo Trill Brings R&B Warmth With ‘Roses’

LightlongLife Is ‘Living A Moment’ – And Encourages Us To Join Him – In Latest Pop Release

‘Rita’s Song’, Michael A. Levine and Rafaela “Rita” Crevoshay, Is Truly Transformative

Gary Roger Wimbush Gets Us Ready For Summer With His Joyful New Single, ‘Hola Coco Cola’

Bella Ballert Releases Massive New Album, ‘Mallorca Party-Kracher 2026! DAS FETZT’