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

Goth Cowgirl Brings Empowerment With Her Political Anthem, ‘Witches’

March 12, 2024

Released on January 26, ‘Witches’ is a politically charged track from UK artist, Lauren Jennifer. Inspired by the threat of Roe v Wade being overturned, Lauren likens the oppression of women to the Salem Witch trials in the US in the 18th century, deplores that the more things change, the more they stay the same.

The New Track From EN Q Is Guaranteed To Get You ‘F**ked Up’

March 12, 2024

European producer and DJ EN Q doesn’t mince words with his latest single, ‘F**cked Up’.

‘Woman Of The Day’ Is The Empowering New Anthem From Iconic Artist Meg Pfeiffer, Celebrating International Women’s Day

March 11, 2024

Released on International Women’s Day, March 8, ‘Woman Of The Day’ is the new single from iconic artist, Meg Pfeiffer. The empowering anthem is a teaser from her upcoming sixth album, which is set for release later this year.

Carolee Rainey Is Experiencing ‘Hard Times In The Heart’ With Latest Country Release

March 7, 2024

Carolee Rainey expresses her thoughts through song, and this creative outlet has proven to be her calling. With her latest single, ‘Hard Times In The Heart’, she finds meaning in the journey of a relationship that’s falling apart, and translates it effortlessly with a harmonious folk-Americana tune.

Stewart Taylor Is Suffering From ‘Nightmares’ And Knows Only One Way To Relieve Them

March 7, 2024

Connecticut born, Los Angeles based Stewart Taylor is a pop singer known for his surprisingly reflective tracks, and his latest release, ‘Nightmares’, is no exception.

San Diego’s Eric Schroeder ‘Stayed The Same’ With Latest Release

February 29, 2024

Released on February 23, ‘Stayed The Same’ is the first single from Eric Schroeder’s upcoming 5th album, ‘Turn On The Stereo’, which is set to drop on April 26.

Jonathan Brenner Channels Billy Joel With New Single, ‘Instagram Success’

February 28, 2024

Jonathan Brenner’s new single, ‘Instagram Success’ is a little bit kitschy and a whole lot of fun, as the Atlanta singer songwriter uses every descriptive cliche in the book to describe life as a hit on the ‘gram.

Premiere: Multifaceted Artist Meresha Returns With New Single, ‘Better’

February 23, 2024

Essentially Pop is proud to premiere ‘Better’, the new single from Meresha.

NETFLIX LAUNCHES FAN POP-UP ON SYDNEY HARBOUR

February 22, 2024

Did you know, 21% of Australian Netflix viewers – that’s about 2.8 million people – say they watch it on the loo?

MAKO Girls Have Other Things On Their Minds And ‘AIN’T THINKIN BOUT YOU’

February 21, 2024

MAKO Girls are three sisters from Atlanta whose cutting edge confidence will strike you from the very first note in their new single, ‘AIN’T THINKIN BOUT YOU’.

Ron Brunk Re-Imagines ‘Be Somebody’ With Upbeat Challenge To Do Something Meaningful With Your Life

February 21, 2024

Originally written in 2011 and re-worked for his album, ‘Roger The Horse’, released earlier this year, ‘Be Somebody’ is a high-energy track that will have you dancing at the very least, and, at the most, re-assessing what you’re doing with your life.

Ron Brunk Takes A Dark, All Too Real Look At Modern America With ‘Nothing’

February 21, 2024

Ron Brunk returns with his no-nonsense observations with ‘Nothing’, his look at modern America. It’s dark, with a wry humour that nonetheless conveys his message exceptionally well. There’s also a stark black and white video to go with it.

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Author: Lisa Hafey

Goth Cowgirl Brings Empowerment With Her Political Anthem, ‘Witches’

The New Track From EN Q Is Guaranteed To Get You ‘F**ked Up’

‘Woman Of The Day’ Is The Empowering New Anthem From Iconic Artist Meg Pfeiffer, Celebrating International Women’s Day

Carolee Rainey Is Experiencing ‘Hard Times In The Heart’ With Latest Country Release

Stewart Taylor Is Suffering From ‘Nightmares’ And Knows Only One Way To Relieve Them

San Diego’s Eric Schroeder ‘Stayed The Same’ With Latest Release

Jonathan Brenner Channels Billy Joel With New Single, ‘Instagram Success’

Premiere: Multifaceted Artist Meresha Returns With New Single, ‘Better’

NETFLIX LAUNCHES FAN POP-UP ON SYDNEY HARBOUR

MAKO Girls Have Other Things On Their Minds And ‘AIN’T THINKIN BOUT YOU’

Ron Brunk Re-Imagines ‘Be Somebody’ With Upbeat Challenge To Do Something Meaningful With Your Life

Ron Brunk Takes A Dark, All Too Real Look At Modern America With ‘Nothing’