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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, and she's interviewed 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

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.

Premiere: Maryland Artist devoN Nickoles Is No Longer Chasing That ‘Gold Star’ With Her New Single

April 5, 2024

Based in Maryland, rising artist devoN Nickoles fuses her inspirations into her very own style with new single, ‘Gold Star’.

There’s ‘Weird Magic’ In The Air With JR Wicker’s Latest Album

April 4, 2024

‘Weird Magic’ is the new album from Atlanta-based musician, JR Wicker. The 8 track record is light, airy, and ambitious, it’s Wicker’s debut under his own name.

Ruark Are ‘Waiting On A Breeze’ With New Album

April 3, 2024

‘Waiting On A Breeze’ is the second album from Ruark, a band named for singer and guitarist, Ruark Inman, and also featuring his wife, Alexa Joyce, on bass and backing vocals, and Alexa’s brother, Joseph Bethany on drums, and also backing vocals.

Premiere: Michael V. Doane Inspires Us To Follow Our Dreams With Upbeat New Single And Video, ‘LET’S GO!’

March 29, 2024

The absolute powerhouse that is Michael V. Doane shows us why he has such a devoted fanbase with his inspirational new track and video, ‘LET’S GO!’. The upbeat track has a fun country vibe while at the same time bringing the very welcome message that if we follow our dreams we’ll lift up not just ourselves, but those around us as well.

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