Tag: Polly Havelock

Your Guide To The BRITs 2021, By Allegra

May 13, 2021

As one of the primary rising stars of the pop world today, Allegra has a keen eye for what’s currently in vogue, as she hovers at the side-lines waiting for her time to shine… We got all her hot takes and more, exclusively here at Essentially Pop.

VISSIA’s ‘With Pleasure’ Is Finally Here!

May 12, 2021

Coming from the frozen lands of Canada comes a new kind of popstar who’s ready to thaw out that winter chill. In time for spring and summer it’s VISSIA, with her sophomore effort With Pleasure.

Dynamyte: Your New Obsession Just Exploded Onto The Scene

April 27, 2021

A social media slam-dunk who prides herself on authenticity. A multi-talented drummer, Tae Kwon Do fighter, vocalist and guitarist whose skills are all shared online. There are many things about rising internet sensation DYNAMYTE which seemingly contradict each other at first sight. But what remains clear, is that this is the kind of artist who takes contradictions in her stride, who is unafraid of being wholly and totally herself.

Exclusive Interview With Rising Pop Star Allegra

April 13, 2021

We sat down with the star who’s about to break through to the big time, Allegra, to find out more about her upcoming single…

VISSIA Celebrates The Power Of Platonic Love In Neo-Soul Track ‘The Cliffs’

March 17, 2021

It’s a laid back, summer-y tune for the Canadian songstress’ fourth single of this current album cycle. ‘The Cliff’s unmistakably taps into the kind of sound put forward by Halsey and the kind of visuals which Lana del Ray makes her own – full of endless hazy summers’ days, a hitchhiked road trip with a stranger, love found in the most unlikely places. ‘The Cliffs’ is taken from Vissia’s upcoming album, With Pleasure, out in April.

“If I Can’t Dance, It’s Not My Revolution.” – President Street’s TIME IS UP: The Redondo Remix

February 23, 2021

Anarchist Emma Goldman once said “If I can’t dance, it’s not my revolution”. This is exactly the stance which President Street has taken when writing and releasing their protest song, ‘Time Is Up’, now out with a stellar remix from Redondo.

for KING & COUNTRY Releases Burn The Ships (Deluxe Edition: Remixes & Collaborations)

February 16, 2021

2021 sees popular Four-time GRAMMY Award winning-brother duo for KING & COUNTRY release ‘Burn The Ships (Deluxe Edition: Remixes & Collaborations)’ to cater for fans both old and new. The original release of ‘Burn The Ships’ produced three No.1 singles and they have spent the last two years on creating collaborations that cross genres. 

Zoe Scott Dances the Wave of Love with My Cherie Amour this Valentine’s Day

February 8, 2021

Taken from her 2020 album, Shades of Love, ‘My Cherie Amour’ is Zoe Scott’s take on the Stevie Wonder classic, released just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Exclusive interview with Allegra

January 25, 2021

Allegra, star of new pop bop-and-a-half, Do What I Want, is a girl on a mission. Her aim: to get to know herself better and to encourage others to do the same. We sat down with the budding young talent to find out more.

JOE McELDERRY RETURNS WITH ‘BABY HAD YOUR FUN’!

January 22, 2021

Taking cues from the almighty Fleetwood Mac, Joe McElderry’s new release, ‘Baby Had Your Fun’ combines disco, pop and country styles in order to create a fun-filled song which might just bring us enough joy to get us through the January blues and out the other end.

Emotional Depth On The Dancefloor: Vissia Returns With ‘On My Mind’

January 15, 2021

The latest artist to take to the disco sphere is Canadian alt-pop star, Vissia. ‘On My Mind’, released everywhere today, is the perfect example of a song you can dance to, which also makes you think.

The Nation’s Sweetheart Joe McElderry Set To Return With Kiss-Off Anthem, ‘Baby Had Your Fun’

January 7, 2021

The nation’s sweetheart JOE McELDERRY returns to the airwaves to beat the January blues with his kiss-off hit, BABY HAD YOUR FUN. Taking cues from the almighty FLEETWOOD MAC, this new song brings country to disco, proving that McElderry has what it takes to build on his lockdown momentum and provide the fun-filled anthem we all need.