Category: Reviews

Interview: Carly Ann Taylor Reflects On ‘Why Should I Worry’ And Her Breakthrough Year

February 23, 2026

Written during a season of post-graduation uncertainty, ‘Why Should I Worry’ began as Carly Ann Taylor’s way of confronting fear and stepping boldly into a career in music. What happened next became a defining moment – from performing the track live for the first time in Sacramento to landing a record deal with Curb Records shortly after.

Born This Way: The Infamous HER Talks About Her Celebration Of Difference, ‘Born Outta Step’

February 23, 2026

The Infamous HER speaks to Essentially Pop about their new single, ‘Born Outta Step’, and what it’s like to be an outsider.

The Infamous HER’s ‘Born Outta Step’ Is An Instant Classic Anthem To Those Of Us Who Don’t Toe The Expected Line

February 23, 2026

Monique Staffile, the frontwoman of The Infamous HER, knows what it’s like to not want to squeeze yourself into any one mould or thinking, and new anthemic single, ‘Born Outta Step’ will resonate with those who feel this way.

Sending Out An SOS – Denise Marsa Talks To Us About Her Music, And New Single, ‘HOLE (Until Dawn Remix)’

February 20, 2026

You’ve just checked out Denise Marsa’s latest release, ‘HOLE (Until Dawn Remix)’ – now learn about the artist herself in her own words as she speaks with Essentially Pop.

Riding The Train To Freedom: Denise Marsa’s ‘HOLE (Until Dawn Remix)’ Is The Very Definition Of Pop With Purpose

February 20, 2026

Denise Marsa’s latest single, ‘HOLE (Until Dawn Remix)’, follows hot on the heels of seven consecutive Top Ten UK Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart hits, and seems certain to be their eighth, and additional remixes from the upcoming album, ‘RISK + HEAL’, are already in the works.

Liyah Bey Speaks To Us About ‘Abused’

February 19, 2026

Following on from our review of Liyah Bey’s new single, ‘Abused’, we speak to the artist herself about her music, her career, and what lies ahead.

Liyah Bey Seeks Healing With Latest Release, ‘Abused’

February 19, 2026

LA-based singer-songwriter Liyah Bey uses her voice to make the world a better place, and with latest release, ‘Abused’, she moves one further step towards achieving that goal.

Allegra Claims the Year of the Fire Horse with a Blazing Red Era

February 17, 2026

The Chinese Year of the Fire Horse signifies new beginnings, alignment, and abundance, as well as shedding what no longer serves us. Allegra’s latest EP, ‘Red’, feels like the perfect ignition point – a vivid soundtrack for renewal, a love letter to self-empowerment, and all that the months ahead may hold.

‘Closer Than Your Shadow’: A New Chapter Begins For REIGNS 

February 17, 2026

On 27th February, UK Soul breakout star REIGNS is set to make a cinematic return with ‘Closer Than Your Shadow’. What began years ago as a forgotten soul ballad has been reshaped and re-sung with a voice that now carries lived experience. Reimagined alongside Waives – the force behind the viral collaboration ‘Collateral Damage’ – the track blends emotional intimacy with a surging drum & bass undercurrent. 

HighWay Continue With The Power Chords On ‘¡BANG BANG!’

February 17, 2026

In the second track from HighWay’s upcoming sixth album, ‘Last Call For Rock’n’Roll’, set for release on the 24th of April this year, ‘¡BANG BANG!’ brings a playful vibe to their sound, and a 60s-inspired visual to boot.

HighWay Know Which Road They’re Taking With ‘HI-WAY’

February 17, 2026

HighWay are set to release their sixth album, ‘Last Call For Rock’n’Roll’ on the 24th of April this year, and so we present the first of two new songs, ‘HI-WAY’.

Ron Brunk Knows That While ‘These Days’ Are Tough We Can Get Through To The Other Side

February 17, 2026

Our second Ron Brunk single for the day, ‘These Days’, continues with the same sort of theme as ‘Real Person’, and we see Brunk fighting the good fight against the encroaching shadows that creep around every corner, filled with despair and desolation.