Category: Album Reviews

Pop Powerhouse Blanca Announces Fourth Album ‘Full Bloom’ – A Radiant Journey Of Personal Growth

September 1, 2025

As the seasons shift, a rising pop sensation is blossoming into her most radiant era yet. Blanca – the Latin-American star nominated for Best New Artist at The Premier Gospel Awards – is set to unveil her fourth studio LP, ‘Full Bloom’, on October 17th.

Danny Addison Breaks Through With Poetic Debut Album, ‘Porcelain’

August 29, 2025

Every so often, a debut album comes along that feels fully formed, the sound of an artist who already knows exactly who they are. UK singer-songwriter Danny Addison achieves just that with his debut album ‘Porcelain’, out now via Zenith Café.

The Next Chapter of Janet Devlin’s ‘Emotional Rodeo’

August 29, 2025

Janet Devlin is back with a surprise for her fans: a deluxe edition of her acclaimed debut country album, ‘Emotional Rodeo’. ‘Not My First Emotional Rodeo’, arriving September 26th, adds eight brand-new tracks that reveal sides of Janet we’ve never heard before. From the playful bite of ‘Psycho Ex’, to the reflective groove of, ‘If He Wanted To He Would’, each song deepens the story she began with her breakout release.

Great Adamz Celebrates Eight Months Of Chart-Topping Afrobeats Album, ‘Blessed Boy’

July 8, 2025

It’s been eight month since Afrobeats star Great Adamz unveiled his vibrant album, ‘Blessed Boy’, and since racing to the top of the iTunes Nigeria Chart, he’s kickstarted TikTok trends, collaborated with the likes of WYN, garnered millions of streams, and is set to light up festival season. Featuring the uplifting ‘Fantastic’, and rhythmic ‘Funke’, ‘Blessed Boy’ may have been released last year, but this easy-going, colourful release still offers a perfect soundtrack for sun-soaked days and dreamy dance floors.

The MFs Release New Album, ‘Just Stopped By’, To Coincide With Multifaceted Musician And Author Mo Fanning’s New Book, ‘Rainbows And Lollipops’

June 9, 2025

Describing themselves as “a collective of oddballs and scoundrels dancing to the beat of UK author Mo Fanning”, the MFs have released a 12 track album to accompany Fanning’s latest book, ‘Rainbows And Lollipops’.

Dylan Scott Releases Highly-Anticipated Album ‘Easy Does It’: A Modern Country Classic For Hopeless Romantics

May 30, 2025

Dylan Scott has been on a rapid rise this year, trailblazing with no.1 singles and his hugest tour to date – ‘Country ‘Til I Die’ – across the US. Now, he’s kickstarting summer with the release of ‘Easy Does It’, his most anticipated and enthralling album to date. Whether you’re a devoted country lover, newcomer or hold a soft spot for nostalgic ballads, this is one release that will colour your playlist with warmth, emotional depth and sweet, unforgettable melodies. 

Devin James Fry Releases Intriguingly-Named ‘Half Ball Pit Half Bloodbath’

May 20, 2025

Known to readers of Essentially Pop as the former vocalist for Austin set, Name Sayers, Devin James Fry is now based in Denver, Colorado, and has set out on his own with new single, ‘Half Pit Half Bloodbath’ plus a range of remixes. These can be streamed and downloaded via his Bandcamp page.

Country Hero Dylan Scott Teases Highly-Anticipated Release Of ‘Easy Does It’ Out 30th May

May 1, 2025

It’s May 1st, and we’re ready to hit the rodeo this month with the forthcoming release of ‘Easy Does It’, country-pop star Dylan Scott’s highly-anticipated new album releasing May 30th. Amidst his ‘Country Till I Die Tour’ across America, he’s not only playing to a sea of sold-out crowds: he’s teasing this 11-song collection and treating fans to exclusive sneak peeks.

Album Review: Maddox Jones – (Still) Waiting For The World To Turn [Deluxe Edition]

April 18, 2025

There’s something really special about watching an artist grow in real time – and with ‘(Still) Waiting For The World To Turn [Deluxe Edition]’, Maddox Jones is glowing.

REVIEW: SHAB’s Sophomore Album ‘One Suitcase’ Is An Inspiring Triumph

February 17, 2025

The wait is finally over. International pop star, Choose Love Ambassador, and refugee SHAB has unveiled her highly-anticipated sophomore album, ‘ONE SUITCASE’ which tells a powerful story of womanhood, resilience and independence.

Kid Connecticut Has Been ‘Brewin Up Brilliance’ With Latest Album 

February 13, 2025

Released on February 10, ‘Brewin Up Brilliance’ is the new album from artist Kid Connecticut. The album brings together Kid Connecticut’s experiences, struggles, and triumphs, in a very relatable eighteen tracks.

AI-MAN Releases Heartfelt Album, ‘A Father’s Truth Pt. 1’

January 21, 2025

Recording as AI-MAN, Casper Gottlieb is a 34 year old artist from Denmark, who manages to channel his very deepest emotions into music in his debut album, ‘A Father’s Truth Pt. 1’.