london – Essentially Pop

CELEBRATE 75 YEARS OF DAVID BOWIE WITH TWO LIMITED-TIME POP-UP EXPERIENCES BEGINNING OCTOBER 25, 2021

October 13, 2021

“Now you’ve met The London Boys, things seem good again” & “New York’s A Go-Go” As the David Bowie Estate launches Bowie 75, a year-long celebration marking David Bowie’s 75th birthday, with the openings of two curated experiential pop-up shops – one at the site of the earliest confirmed Ziggy Stardust sighting, and one in the adopted hometown where Bowie’s final album ★ (pronounced “Blackstar”) was created.

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Squid Reschedules Their Upcoming Irish Tour For January 2022

September 21, 2021

London-based post-punks Squid have announced they will reschedule their upcoming Irish tour to January 2022.

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Katie Kittermaster Plays A Sell-Out Headline Gig At 229, London And Releases A New Single, ‘Good Liars’ As She Continues To Wear Her Heart On Her Sleeve.

September 20, 2021

Kent singer songwriter Katie Kittermaster goes from strength to strength and Steve Holley was lucky enough to catch her in her first full band headline gig in London’s intimate 229.

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We Speak To Singer, Songwriter, And Producer Kiara Jordan About Her New Single, ‘Young Man’

September 14, 2021

Kiara Jordan is a special kind of artist; she believes in using her music to make a change. Her new song, ‘Young Man’ is a case in point and just by streaming it you can help her make a change in people’s lives.

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ABBA ARE BACK!

September 3, 2021

ABBA, one of the most successful pop groups of all time, have announced that, for the first time in 40 years they are back, with a revolutionary new concert that will see Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid performing digitally with a live 10-piece band, in a purpose-built arena in London from May 27th 2022, and a brand new studio album.

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Fruit And Vegetable Success Stories: What We’re Growing And What Works Best For Us

June 25, 2021

What’s your best gardening success story? Mine has to be strawberries. I want to say they’re practically foolproof but I have been known to kill some plants!

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Cha:dy Releases ‘Lazy’, A Moving Song That Looks At Mental Health In Young People And Launches A Big Year For This Outstanding Talent

February 1, 2021

Cha:dy is a Parisian alt-jazz singer who, last week, released new single ‘Lazy’. Taken from a forthcoming EP, it shines a light on young people suffering with mental health. Having suffered herself, Cha:dy was able to tap into her innermost emotions to write a song that is as honest as it is moving. Steve Holley had the chance to speak with Cha:dy.

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Layabout Black Bass Player And Co-Creator Greg Price Talks With EP About The Creation Of A New Musical Genre Born In The Land Of Pirates

January 19, 2021

Greg Price is a man on a mission. Also known as Layabout, the vocalist and bass guitarist from South London is making music for a new generation. With co songwriter Pharaoh Black and vocalist Robyn a new genre is being created in a place steeped in the history of some of the most famous Pirates. Punk Reggae is a genre that takes the legacy of Jamaica’s rich history of trade and anarchy and unleashes it in musical form. Not trying to be anything old but with respect of the past, not trying to be something other than a new music for an ever changing world but forged in the culture of Jamaica but with a hint of South London swagger. I was lucky enough to chat to bassist and co creator of Layabout Black about this new adventure and found him to be knowledgeable, hopeful and creative. A polite savage making music to transport you to a different place. Enjoy.

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House Of Miagi Releases Latest Single ‘Before You Go’, ft. Sheryl O’Ware

December 2, 2020

Nigerian born, London based singer, House Of Miagi has released the sensual track, ‘Before You Go’.

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Faith Louise Releases Latest Single, ‘Blaaa’

November 30, 2020

Out today November 30, Essex based singer Faith Louise has released her new single, ‘Blaaa’. The track is about getting over her first love, and Faith Louise shows a maturity beyond her 15 years.

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Amy Winehouse’s ‘You Know I’m No Good’ Receives The Zoe Scott Bossa Nova Treatment

November 12, 2020

International recording artist Zoe Scott has stepped into the world of Bossa Nova with her debut album ‘Shades Of Love’. Produced by Moogie Canazio who is known for his all analogue-recording style, Zoe Scott wanted to take songs that meant something personally to her whilst paying homage to the genre.

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Toryia Releases Latest Pop Single, ‘Marilyn’

September 22, 2020

Set for release this Friday, 25 September, Latvian born singer songwriter’s latest single, ‘Marilyn’, is an empowering message to be yourself for women all over the world.

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Viktorija Faith Releases Latest Single ‘Pray’

September 21, 2020

London-based R&B singer songwriter Viktorija Faith has released her latest single, ‘Pray’. The self-produced track, while subtle, nonetheless is emotionally charged, and is a fine example of independent female creativity.

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Musical Bingo Cribs Helps Prevent the Closure Of London’s Oldest Entertainment Venue

July 16, 2020

With something close to 82% of the UK’s live venues under threat, the team behind Musical Bingo Cribs has come together with The Clapham Grand to help prevent permanent closure of the historic venue.

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Muca & La Marquise Release Debut Single, ‘London’

July 14, 2020

If you’re someone who’s moved to London from somewhere else, particularly if you’ve come from abroad (puts hand up!), then you’ll appreciate the debut single, ‘London’, from writing duo Muca & La Marquise.

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Alex Brenchley Releases New EP, ‘Wouldn’t It Be Nice?’

June 5, 2020

Out on Monday, June 8, London based artist and musician Alex Brenchley’s latest release, ‘Wouldn’t It Be Nice?’, is an EP of Beach Boys covers, allowing Alex to immerse himself in their songwriting genius.

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Shaefri Releases New Single ‘23’

May 21, 2020

Shaefri has released her brand new single ‘23’, ahead of her EP titled, ‘Girl’ which is out July 1st.

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DELANILA Releases New Visuals For ‘The Philosopher’ From Debut Album ‘OVERLOADED’

April 23, 2020

Alternative pop group DELANILA, fronted by the London-born multi-award winning composer and multimedia artist Danielle Eva Schwob, today release their powerful new single and accompanying video, ‘The Philosopher’.

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The Rolling Stones Release New Song ‘Living In A Ghost Town’ Today

April 23, 2020

‘LIVING IN A GHOST TOWN’ is a new song from The Rolling Stones. Written by Mick Jagger & Keith Richards it’s been released today April 23 and is available via streaming and download only.

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Jonny Ong Blasts Onto The Psychedelia Scene With ‘Isolation’

April 6, 2020

It’s pretty rare that a song in the current musical landscape makes use of a Handpan, amongst other unusual instruments, successfully managing to sound unlike anything else around right now. But that’s exactly what Singapore-born, London-based artist Jonny Ong has done with latest track, ‘Isolated’.