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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

‘Hate Me’ Is The Melancholic Pop Anthem From Pro-Gamer Henrik

June 6, 2023

Released on March 13, ‘Hate Me’, from Henrik, is a melancholic track about splitting up with someone you’re still in love with – and yet you know it’s for the best for everyone.

Welsh Singer-Songwriter Paul James Makes An Emphatic Debut With New Album, ‘Remember Your Name’

June 6, 2023

‘Remember Your Name’ is the new album from Welsh singer-songwriter, Paul James. The 11 track album, released on May 12, features Paul’s honied vocals, accompanied by acoustic guitar.

Legendary Vocalist Kennie Simon Says, ‘Life Is What You Make It’ In His Latest, Sun-Soaked Release

June 6, 2023

Released on April 10, ‘Life Is What You Make It’ is the latest upbeat track from Kennie Simon. Now best known as the lead singer of Hot Chocolate, a role which he assumed in 2010, Kennie Simon has incredibly been in the music business for more than 50 years.

Gary Sebastian Sets Fire To The Summer With His New Single, ‘Groove’

June 5, 2023

Set for release this Friday, June 9, ‘Groove’ is the new single from Berlin-based Australian artist, Gary Sebastian.

ThatKid_AfricanFanta Demonstrates Her Ice-Cold Focus On Debut Single, ‘Been A Minute’

June 5, 2023

Released on May 26, ‘Been A Minute’ is the debut single from London-based rapper, ThatKid_AfricanFanta. The track, which fuses gorgeous melodies with hard-hitting bars, reflects the conflict between what she was able express at home and what she was taught at home, as a first-generation UK born child in a home of Congolese heritage.

Singer Songwriter Sam Bergquist Delivers A Compelling Glimpse Into His Musical Psyche With New EP, ‘Wiser Then’

June 2, 2023

On his new 4 track EP, ‘Wiser Then’, singer songwriter Sam Bergquist leans into his passion for Americana, Acoustic and Folk music, and shares his belief that what is most important in our lives is how we go about our relationships with other people.

Berlin Avantgarde Musician And Producer K4LT Casts A Long Disquieting Shadow With New Single, ‘LCPD’

June 2, 2023

Out of Berlin, Germany, K4LT is an avantgarde musician and producer, whose new single, ‘LCPD’, released on 2 May, addresses one of the most painful types of break-up: the amicable one.

The Muse Frequency Takes Inspiration From The Works Of Anais Nin In New Album, ‘Diary Of An Artist In Love’

June 1, 2023

‘The Diary Of An Artist In Love’ is the new ten track album from NYC artist, The Muse Frequency. Taking inspiration from the published diaries of Anias Nin, it’s an intimate work of meditation music, which is best listened to through headphones and with the listener in a peaceful location with their eyes closed.

Brady Harris Further Evolves Signature Beatles-Infused Americana Rock Sound With New EP, ‘Hotel In The Sky’

June 1, 2023

Born in Texas but now resident in California, indie rock musician and producer Brady Harris released his latest EP, ‘Hotel In The Sky’. Available to stream and download on all platforms, it features vocals reminiscent of John Lennon, backed by crunchy vintage electric guitar, multi-layered melodies, and a retro pop sensibility.

Denver’s Alternative Metal Project International Furlough Releases Scathing New Singles, ‘Down On The Pharm’ And ‘Blind In One Eye’

May 31, 2023

Based in Denver, International Furlough is an alternative metal solo project, comprising Ian Luddy on bass, guitar, and vocals, with additional drums provided by Ryan Elwood, and produced by Jeff Kanan of The Keep Recording. Two new singles, ‘Down On The Pharm’, and ‘Blind In One Eye’, were released on March 25.

Bill Greenberg Releases Powerful Anti-War Single, ‘Ukraine’

May 31, 2023

With earnest heartfelt sentiments, Bill Greenberg’s new single, ‘Ukraine’, combines elements of folk and world music, while creating a powerful anti-war track.

‘DEVIL’ Is The Angsty New Single From London Based Singer-Songwriter, Mik Ivy

May 30, 2023

Originally from Geneva, Switzerland, Mik Ivy now makes his base in London. The 19 year old singer-songwriter’s new single, ‘DEVIL’, makes use of the theme of “chasing something that is toxic for you”, with the result that it’s hugely relatable.

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