Category: Video Reviews

Duane Hoover Asks Us To Think It Over As He Channels John Lennon With ‘After The Storm In Your Mind’

March 6, 2026

Duane Hoover has never denied how much he’s been inspired by those who went before him. His influences are many, and include the likes of David Bowie, The Who, The Kinks, and of course, The Beatles. With ‘After The Storm In Your Mind’. released today, he seems to tap into the very essence of John Lennon himself.

We Speak With Rando Rexx About ‘Firecracker’

March 5, 2026

Following on from our review of ‘Firecracker’, we speak with Rando Rexx and find out more about his music and what keeps him going.

M. Spano Brings Us ‘Something Different’ With Nostalgic New Track

March 5, 2026

New York’s M. Spano takes us on a shimmering journey of nostalgia with latest release, ‘Something Different’.

Coffeeshop And Ty Taylor ‘Hear The Call’ With Latest Collaboration

March 5, 2026

There’s no holding back for Coffeeshop in his latest collaboration with Rob Aster and the RRHOT team, with ‘Hear The Call’, featuring vocalist, Ty Taylor.

Divergent ‘Rev It Up’ With New Music Video

March 5, 2026

Divergent’s latest single, ‘Rev It Up’, sees the band take their music from a hopeful promise to a full-throttle experience.

Finishing The Story: The Catchmen On Orchestras, Unfinished Business, And Returning To Stockport

March 5, 2026

When The Catchmen first emerged from the in the late 80s, they were part of the same restless northern ferment that would soon define an era. They supported rising names, hosted Oasis at the Boardwalk, and dreamed of making widescreen, orchestral indie long before they had the means to realise it. Life, however, had other plans.

She’s Got Claws Take Us On A Synth-Pop Journey With New Album, ‘Stronger The Faith’

March 2, 2026

Released on the 20th of February, ‘Stronger Than Faith’ is the latest album from British duo, She’s Got Claws. Originating from Hull, in England’s north east, the pair, comprising singer Micci Lou and bassist Chris O-Ten, are largely influenced by the likes of Depeche Mode, Gary Numan (from whose song they take their name), and Human League, as well as taking inspiration from the glitz and glamour of T-Rex, and David Bowie.

Hit Irish Trio Kingfishr Return For 2026 With New Single, ‘The Blade’, As Well As Music Video Featuring Actor Anthony Boyle, From ‘House Of Guinness’

February 27, 2026

Kingfishr return with their first music of the year with the release of, ‘The Blade’, out via B-Unique/Atlantic Records.

Reigns Pays Homage to Unconditional Love With New Single ‘Closer Than Your Shadow’ Featuring Waives

February 26, 2026

Reigns is ready to make her mark on the drum and bass landscape with ‘Closer Than Your Shadow’ – a fluid blend of electronica and soul-infused vocals. It’s a fusion she has been meticulously refining with each release, now elevated to new heights. The track marks the second instalment of her creative partnership with Waives, following their TikTok-viral hit ‘Collateral Damage’, and stands as her most immersive offering to date.

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.