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Duane Hoover Is Doing It ‘All Over Again’ Ahead Of Album Release This April

March 3, 2025

Released on February 21, ‘All Over Again’ is the new single from Atlanta artist, Duane Hoover. The track is from Hoover’s upcoming album, ‘Wayward Path’, set for release on April 25.

Rising Star Casey Mcquillen’s European Tour Diary

February 28, 2025

If anyone knows how to keep it real, it’s Casey McQuillen. Fresh off the release of ‘Better’ – a radiant pop hit empowering women to prioritize their self-worth – she has embarked on a European tour alongside Eurovision winner Loreen, and now she’s giving fans an exclusive look behind the scenes.

Gareth Dunlop Releases Cinematic New Single ‘Goodbye All Over Again’, Premieres On NBC Hit Drama ‘Found’

February 28, 2025

Gareth Dunlop is returning this 2025 with his cinematic new single, ‘Goodbye All Over Again,’ which made its anticipated debut on hit NBC drama ‘FOUND’.

Premier: Eddie Witz Honours California and Supports No Res Gourmet With ‘In California’ Remix

February 28, 2025

California isn’t just a state. It’s a feeling, a dream, a memory woven into sunlit highways and the echoes of waves crashing against the golden beaches of the Pacific Coast. For Eddie Witz, it’s the foundation of his story. With the release of the remixed and remastered ‘In California,’—a project in support of the non-profit No Res Gourmet—Witz & The Most High have taken a song already thick with nostalgia and turned it into something even more touching—an elegy and a tribute, wrapped in melody.

Delilah Isabella Gets ‘Sweet, Hot & Heavy’ With Latest Single

February 28, 2025

Set for release tomorrow, March 1st, ‘Sweet, Hot & Heavy’ is the latest release from London artist, Delilah Isabella.

Jay Swishes Is Effortlessly Smooth With ‘Pronto’

February 28, 2025

Born in Toronto, Canada, to parents born in Grenada, then moving to Brownsville, Brooklyn, life wasn’t always easy for Jay Swishes. Now, the rapper, rapper, singer-songwriter and record producer is putting his experiences together in his own signature style, with new single, ‘Pronto’.

Q&A: Pop Sensation and Choose Love Ambassador SHAB Talks Release Of Highly-Anticipated Album ‘One Suitcase’

February 27, 2025

SHAB speaks about upcoming album, ‘One Suitcase’

Estani Beckons A Conjunto Revival With New Single, ‘Mi Suerte Ha Cambiado’

February 27, 2025

Long time readers of Essentially Pop will remember singer, songwriter, author, and vocal coach Estani. Now based in Austin, Texas, the granddaughter of Rosita Lopez, one of the earliest voices of Conjunto and Tejano music, is paying homage to that style, which is still largely unfamiliar outside its cultural roots of South and Central Texas.

INTERVIEW: Salt Ashes Shares The Story Behind Poignant New Single ’10+2′

February 27, 2025

Salt Ashes, AKA Veiga Sanchez, has unveiled ’10+2,’ a moving tribute to her father. As her most raw and intimate single to date, she…

The Dead Daisies Give It Their All With ‘Love That’ll Never Be’

February 27, 2025

The Dead Daisies are in fine form with their latest release, ‘Love That’ll Never Be’. The Australian-based supergroup, founded by rhythm guitarist David Lowy, is keenly focused on substance over style, but that’s definitely not to say they don’t know how to make a soul stirring anthem.

‘Still Can’t Move On’ – Etham Reveals A Raw And Poignant Portrait Of Heartbreak

February 26, 2025

Originally discovered after Shawn Mendes shared his music online, acclaimed singer-songwriter Etham has returned with his most raw and poignant single to date, ‘Still Can’t Move On.’ The deeply heartfelt track is the latest instalment of his highly-anticipated EP, ‘Everything and Nothing,’ set for release on May 16th.

King Koro Is Ready To Find Love With Just The Right Woman In ‘Hopeless Romantic’

February 26, 2025

The son of a pastor and founder of a ministry in Houston, Texas, King Koro has been driven by passion and guided by faith all his life, and this is evident in his music as well as every other aspect. With new single, ‘Hopeless Romantic’, we see that includes choosing a life partner.