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…

EP On Tour With Jedward

We at Essentially Pop had the pleasure of attending Jedward’s mini tour of Ireland last weekend. The packed and fun filled weekend began on…

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,…

Jedward at the Olympia: A Reply

Regular readers of Essentially Pop will know part of our remit is to promote music that deserves to be heard. We have no preconceptions…

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…

XF 80s Night: Could It Get Any Worse?

Yes, it’s week 2 and it was 80s night. When I heard this, I thought – Oh no they’re going to ruin all my…

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….

Jedward Debut Ferocious Song

The dynamic duo from Dublin have certainly hit on a winner with self-penned song Ferocious, which they sang live for the first time on…