Essentially Pop Talks to James Poole

James Poole is a singer-songwriter with a voice that sets him apart from the rest. Described as being able to “stir the soul”, James…

Essentially Pop Talks to Lindsey Stirling

With an individual style that combines traditional violin and dubstep, Lindsey Stirling is one of a kind. Nominated for a Billboard and Teen Choice Award, Lindsey features on the new Jessie J album, Sweet Talker.

The New Jedward? What’s Wrong with the Old One? (Part 2)

Another week of the X Factor, and another act with whom comparisons were made to John and Edward. This time it was identical twins,…

Leona Lewis Reaches Out to Fans

XFactor winner Leona Lewis has written an open letter to her fans explaining her reasons for stepping away from Syco and Sony Music. In…

Ed Sheeran – Official Video for Don’t!

It’s here! The new video for Ed Sheeran‘s latest single, “Don’t” was dropped today at 3pm UK time. Ed tweeted after it that you…

Introducing: Midfield Workhorse

Named for their favourite footballers (“the no-flair, 110% for 90 minutes kinda guys”), Midfield Workhorse are anything but average.

Jedward – A Sky Full of Stars

Jedward have covered “A Sky Full of Stars” by Coldplay. What do you think? We love it!

Introducing: Reverse Order

Hailing from New Jersey, Reverse Order are a fresh-faced band who pack no punches.

Introducing: David Ellis as Mas Agua

Every so often we at Essentially Pop will see something that catches our eye, and like a magpie with a shiny object, we know we must have it.