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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

Porter Block Wants Us, ‘If You See Eulene’ To Ask If They’re Still Friends

April 18, 2024

From the first note of Porter Block’s ‘If You See Eulene’, it seems as if we’ve stumbled on a band from the British Invasion, but actually, despite the quarter-note chords banged out on the piano, strummed hollow-bodied electric guitar, and sweet vocal harmonies, it turns out they’re from New York City and the here and now.

Jim Vierra & Friends’ New Release, ‘Just One Touch’, Takes In The Unpredictable Circumstances Of Our Lives

April 18, 2024

Jim Vierra has played, produced, and sung for over 40 years, from being exposed to music through his mother, right through to up and coming rock and roll bands, and found the opportunity to make a career out of it all.

Toronto’s Powerhouse Fellowship Soul Choir Reassure Us That ‘God Is Good’ With New Release Featuring Shawn Cotterell

April 18, 2024

Brought together in1986, Powerhouse Fellowship Soul Choir is an age-diverse group of men and women who love to sing together. With Shawn Cotterell directing them, the choir has won awards and performed around Canada, accompanying other well-known singers and ensembles such as Stevie Wonder, Chrisette Michelle, David Foster, and the Clark Sisters.

Flau’jae Unapologetically Celebrates Her Success With New Release, ‘AMF’, Featuring NLE Choppa

April 17, 2024

‘AMF’ sees Flau’jae commemorate both sides of her life, rap star on one, and college basketball star on the other.

D. Watkins Explores Love And Personal Growth In New RnB Release, ‘Slow Wine’

April 17, 2024

Originally from Cincinnati, but now based in Atlanta, D. Watkins is an artist with many strings to his bow, but his specialities are RnB and hip hop. His songs explore themes such as love and relationships, as well as personal growth, and he’s found an audience that’s on the lookout for relatable soulful and authentic music.

Mike Teezy Joins Forces With Jekalyn Carr With New Soul Single, ‘Hands on Me’

April 16, 2024

The music video for Mike Teezy’s new single, ‘Hands On Me’, features powerful imagery reflecting Teezy‘s struggles and triumphs. Directed by Will Thomas, the video includes scenes of prayer and resilience, symbolic of Teezy’s unwavering faith despite much adversity.

Duprai Marcel Is Longing For A Loving Connection In New Single, ‘My Baby’

April 16, 2024

With just a few elements, including a simple guitar riff, piano, and some hand-produced percussion, ‘My Baby’ sees Duprai Marcel tell a multi-layered story, producing so much power with his small instrumental and vocal group that the listener is able to feel every emotion he is feeling.

New Single ‘Rough Sex’ Sees Cheflodeezy Collaborate With Marcy Chin

April 16, 2024

Cheflodeezy’s style goes in a stark new direction in his latest track, ‘Rough Sex’, featuring fellow Jamaican dancehall artist and international sensation Marcy Chin.

The Infamous HER Wants To ‘Make You Mine’ With New Indie Rock Track

April 11, 2024

‘Make You Mine’, the new single from The Infamous HER, is a delicious, mesmerizing, thoroughly rocking track that harks to the British Invasion while at the very same time sounding authentically modern.

Karen Atkins Has A Smile For Everyone In New Video For Latest Single, ‘Somebody’

April 11, 2024

‘Somebody’, the new single from pop singer-songwriter Karen Atkins, captures in a mere three minutes the true feeling of love, and knowing that you’re in exactly the right time and place you’re meant to be.

UK Producer IJAZ Rising Brings That Sunshine Vibe With New Dance Pop Track ‘Welcome To Summer 24’

April 10, 2024

Released on April 8, ‘Welcome To Summer 24’ is the new dance pop track from UK producer, IJAZ Rising, and it’s set to get you in the mood for the coming season.

Rising New York Artist LeeMac Wants To ‘Show You Off’ With Sexy New Video

April 10, 2024

LeeMac is a rising star from New York, whose new single, ‘Show You Off’ tells the story of being so proud of your significant other that you want to tell the world all about them. Accompanied by a sexy music video, the track will get you in the mood for dancing with its laidback Afro-Caribbean vibe.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Porter Block Wants Us, ‘If You See Eulene’ To Ask If They’re Still Friends

Jim Vierra & Friends’ New Release, ‘Just One Touch’, Takes In The Unpredictable Circumstances Of Our Lives

Toronto’s Powerhouse Fellowship Soul Choir Reassure Us That ‘God Is Good’ With New Release Featuring Shawn Cotterell

Flau’jae Unapologetically Celebrates Her Success With New Release, ‘AMF’, Featuring NLE Choppa

D. Watkins Explores Love And Personal Growth In New RnB Release, ‘Slow Wine’

Mike Teezy Joins Forces With Jekalyn Carr With New Soul Single, ‘Hands on Me’

Duprai Marcel Is Longing For A Loving Connection In New Single, ‘My Baby’

New Single ‘Rough Sex’ Sees Cheflodeezy Collaborate With Marcy Chin

The Infamous HER Wants To ‘Make You Mine’ With New Indie Rock Track

Karen Atkins Has A Smile For Everyone In New Video For Latest Single, ‘Somebody’

UK Producer IJAZ Rising Brings That Sunshine Vibe With New Dance Pop Track ‘Welcome To Summer 24’

Rising New York Artist LeeMac Wants To ‘Show You Off’ With Sexy New Video