MiMi & the Mad Noise Factory

“Rosie and Alex have been best friends since they were 5, so they couldn’t possibly be right for one another…or could they? When it…

Essentially Pop Meets Chicane

Chicane, aka Nicholas Bracegirdle, is a British composer, songwriter and record producer. He’s best known for “Offshore”, “Saltwater” (vocals by Clannad’s Maire Brennan), and…

Jedward Have No Time for Eurovision

It seems our favourite Irish Popstars, John and Edward Grimes, better known as Jedward have decided they will not be representing Ireland again in…

We Talk to Lawrence Bray

Lawrence Bray is an independent singer/songwriter based in London. Inspired by such artists as Oasis, Stereophonics and The Beatles, Lawrence in a strong believer…

Bearforce1 Announces Comeback!

Dutch/Northern Irish band Bearforce1 have announced their comeback as they enter the competition for Swiss Eurovision selection! The band were discovered by celebrity blogger…

Jedward Release Ferocious Video

John and Edward give us a visual feast in new music video Ferocious. The song was released last Friday and has debuted at number…

Essentially Pop Meets Hailey Rowe

20 year old Hailey Rowe started recording at an early age, and has had the opportunity of working with top producers, including Anthony Krizan…

Kitty Brucknell Releases Glitter in the Sky

Mention the name, “Kitty” to anyone in the UK, and they will instantly know you are talking about the irresistably and controversial Kitty Brucknell,…

Annie Lennox Speaks to Yahoo.com

Regular readers of Essentially Pop will know that part of our remit is to cover those artists who are doing things on their own,…

Introducing: Brighter Later

Australian band, Brighter Later, sprang fully formed into the consciousness of that country’s music scene.

It’s Here! Jedward are Ferocious!

The Irish twins John and Edward Grimes, better known as Jedward, continue to promote their highly anticipated fourth studio album, due for release later…

Essentially Pop Talks to Joe McElderry

Winner of the X Factor in 2009, and then Popstar to Operastar in 2011, Joe McElderry has packed a lot into his 23 years….