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

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.

Self-Love Season: Allegra’s ‘Upgraded’ Era Is Here

From voicing some of the hugest DJ hits of 2024 to unveiling her most personal songs to date in debut EP ‘Unsent Love Letters Vol.1’, rising London-based songwriter Allegra is claiming the spotlight this year – and fans won’t have to wait long to hear more. With a Vol. 2 in the works, she’s been teasing imminent release across her socials and has now enthralled fans with an accompanying video for an empowering moment in her EP, ‘Upgraded’.

Jessie Chung Drops Incredibly Relatable New EP, ‘Dekati’

Jessie Chung (simplified Chinese: 锺洁希; traditional Chinese: 鍾潔希) is a trailblazer in the Malaysian music scene. Her new EP, ‘Dekati’, which was released on March 10, blends dance pop with the vibrant energy of K-Pop, as well as the edginess of rock, and the nostalgic rhythms of Synthwave, resulting in a sound all her very own.

Nathan O’Regan: Breakthrough Irish Songwriter Making Waves

2025 is proving to be a breakout year for Nathan O’Regan, whose debut studio EP, Uncovered Vol. 1, celebrates Northern Ireland’s unparalleled songwriting talent. Released via Zenith Cafe, this thoughtfully curated collection of covers includes highlights like Fiona Harte’s introspective, ‘Permanent’ and Gareth Dunlop’s heartening ‘It’ll Be Alright’. Each track is a masterclass in vocal expression, with O’Regan’s rich, bluesy tones infusing new energy and emotional nuance into these timeless songs.

Singer-Songwriter CEDER Collaborates On New EP With Cellist Dorotea

A glorious 5 track self-titled EP, ‘CEDER & Dorotea’ sees the singer-songwriter from Sweden’s west coast join forces with talented cellist Dorotea, amalgamating classical elements with contemporary pop stylings.

‘Never Ever Was’— Blue Mar Delivers Hauntingly Powerful Alt Rock Single

Released on August 16, ‘Never Ever Was’ is a powerful alt rock single from Brazilian artist, Blue Mar. The track is the title song from his new four track EP.

Nathan O’Regan’s ‘Uncovered Vol. 1’ Is A Warm Ode to Northern Irish Songwriters

Nathan O’Regan’s debut covers EP, ‘Uncovered Vol. 1’, is a heartfelt love letter to the music of Northern Ireland. Through this collection, O’Regan delves deep into the heart of his homeland’s musical legacy, offering tender renditions that shine with a personal touch. It’s clear from the first note that this is an act of homage, a celebration of the art of storytelling that has long been the cornerstone of Irish songwriting.

London’s Rising Star Allegra Reveals ‘Unsent Love Letters’ In Her Debut EP

With her debut EP, rising star Allegra is gearing up to make a splash. Diverting from hits alongside renowned DJs such as DJ Alok and Tiesto, the ascending star has delivered her most personal work to date, ‘Unsent Love Letters Vol.1’. 

Nathan O’Regan Releases Sophomore Single ‘Follow You Down’ From Upcoming EP ‘Uncovered Vol.1’

Belfast’s Nathan O’Regan introduced the soulful sound of his upcoming covers EP ‘Uncovered Vol.1’ with the Motown-inspired ‘It’ll Be Alright’, written by Gareth Dunlop. Now, O’Regan has revealed a unique version of ‘Follow You Down’, originally taken from award-winning Irish songwriter Ciaran Lavery’s 2013 album ‘Not Nearly Dark’.

English Singer-Songwriter Billy Brazier Shares His Internal Monologue With New EP, ‘What It Is You Know’

Released on July 26, ‘What Is It You Know’ is the new EP from Essex singer-songwriter, Billy Brazier.

Chad Post Draws Us In Close With Brand New EP, ‘STATIC’

Fresh off the rack, ‘STATIC’, is the brand new EP from Chad Post. The 5 track release dropped earlier this week on April 24.

Up And Coming Reggae Star Reuben Jay Says ‘Now Is The Time’ To Release His Hotly Anticipated Debut EP

Released on April 4, ‘Now Is The Time’ is the debut EP from emerging reggae star, Reuben Jay. ‘Now Is The Time’ is available to stream and download now.