Better Than Alright by Black Magic Disco featuring Lisa Cork-Twiss

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Current Glass Slipper singer and former Real McCoy singer Lisa Cork-Twiss has a new song out with Black Magic Disco called "Better Than Alright." And let's just say that is indeed better than alright. It is fabulous!

The song isn't that far away from the sound of Glass Slipper as it is deep, soulful, funky house music. Lisa's vocals are, as always, amazing. I'm sure she is sing the backup parts, too. The music is reminiscent of Robin S, but without sounding dated. Have a listen here by clicking here (we were unable to embed it).

Pretty awesome, right? We love it.

Real McCoy in 1997: Lisa, O-Jay, and Vanessa

Now you might remember that Lisa was interviewed in Poptastic Confessions back in 2013 after we tracked her down to find out what happened with the 90s-eurodance group Real McCoy. 

Glass Slipper are Bradley and Lisa

After our interview, my friend Brad contacted her and together they formed the duo Glass Slipper. We've been promoting their songs ever since. Just use the search feature here to look up Glass Slipper. Don't worry that the new song isn't with Bradley because he has remixed the track!

"Better Than Alright" is currently available on Traxsource. Don't delay, buy your copy today!

Cheers then,

—Davearama

P.S. To keep up with the latest of Glass Slipper, like their official Facebook page. And while you are there, please like Poptastic Confessions Facebook page!

Hell.A. by Titán featuring Siobhan Fahey

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Former Bananarama member Siobhan Fahey (aka Shakespears Sister) is back with a new song called "Hell.A." with the group Titán.

Siobhan Fahey

Photo from The Shimmering World of Siobhan Fahey & Shakespears Sister

It's been awhile since we heard from Siobhan. If you don't know her, she was an original member of Bananarama from 1980 to 1988. Bananarama with Siobhan are best known for their hits "Really Saying Something", "Shy Boy", "Na Na Hey Hey (Kiss Him Goodbye)", "Cruel Summer", "Robert De Niro's Waiting", "Venus", "I Heard A Rumour", "Love In The First Degree", and "I Can't Help It."

Bananarama in 1986: Sara, Keren, and Siobhan

Siobhan went on to form Shakespears Sister. Initially, it was to be a solo venture for her, but it ended up morphing into a duo with Marcella Detroit before becoming a solo venture again. Shakespears Sister are best known for their songs "You're History", "Stay", "I Don't Care", "Hello (Turn Your Radio On)", "I Can Drive", and "It's A Trip."

Shakespears Sister in 1992: Siobhan and Marcella

Siobhan even released three singles under her own name between 2002 and 2005: "Bitter Pill", "Pulsation", and "Bad Blood."

Siobhan's single in 2002

I'm not sure exactly who Titán is, but apparently they are an electronic rock group. They have a new album out called Dama. You can listen to the new song "Hell.A." here ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUgj3rB7q2k

Siobhan is channeling her inner Grace Jones and we love it! And the male rapper is channeling Jean-Pierre Barda from Army Of Lovers! Check out this amazing performance ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACz2jyJ6sSY&sns=fb&app=desktop

"Hell.A." is available on digital outlets everywhere. Buy your copy today!

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. For the latest on Siobhan Fahey, like her Official Facebook page. And you should definitely like the fan page The Shimmering World of Siobhan Fahey & Shakespears Sister. And while you are on Facebook, remember to like Poptastic Confessions Facebook page!

Shotgun by Rebecca & Fiona

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Happy Friday! Rebecca & Fiona have released another single this year! Hooray! The new single is called "Shotgun" and it follows their awesome summer single "Drugstore Lovin."

The new song is a bit downtempo for them. But most impressive in their vocal deliveries here. They both sound amazing and the heartfelt lyrics show their yearning for wanting change. Have a listen and watch the lyric video ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swp8PqhQnLA

There still may be a video with Rebecca & Fiona in it. Stay tuned!

"Shotgun" is available on digital outlets everywhere. Buy your copy today!

Cheers then!
—Davearama

P.S. To keep up with the latest from Rebecca & Fiona, like their official Facebook page. While you are there, please like Poptastic Confessions Facebook page!

Young & Restless by Dolly Style

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Need some fun news? Our guilty pleasure Swedish trio Dolly Style have a new single out called "Young & Restless." You might notice that there is also a new Dolly. At this point, they are going through members faster than the Sugababes. But no matter, we love them anyway!

So the new song "Young & Restless" is a catchy affair that sounds like Katy Perry must be super jealous that she isn't singing the song. It is less hi-nrg with the beat dropping out now and then. And they lyrics are super cute! 

Dolly Style are: Molly (aka Mikeala), 

Polly (aka Fannie), and Holly (aka Alexandra)

As far as we know, there isn't a video as of yet. Even so, they blocked their last video from being viewed in the USA. Boo! Here is a performance of them singing the new song on Swedish TV ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_i-x04N3cC0

Wasn't that fun? Which one is the new Dolly? Why she is the one with the lavender hair (Polly). I think at some point, they should just drop the wigs. No matter, we love them. They make us happy!

Lucky for you, "Young & Restless" is available on digital outlets everywhere! Go buy your copy today!

Cheers then,
—Davearama

P.S. To keep up with the latest from Dolly Style, click here to like their official Facebook page. And while you are there, don't forget to like Poptastic Confessions Facebook page!

Pete Burns of Dead Or Alive has died

Dear Poptastic Readers,

It is with sadness that we report that Pete Burns from the group Dead Or Alive has died.

Pete Burns (1959-2016)

The announcement came on his official Twitter page today.

Pete Burns and Dead Or Alive are best known for their hits "You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)", "Lover Come Back To Me", "Brand New Lover", "Something In My House" and "Sex Drive."

In recent years, Pete made headlines for his continuing plastic surgeries that changed his appearance.

Rest in peace, Pete Burns.

Cheers then,
—Davearama

Stop Desire & White Knuckles by Tegan and Sara

Dear Poptastic Readers,

Sorry for the lack of updates lately. Life gets busy sometimes!

We still can't seem to get enough of Tegan and Sara's album Love You To Death. Every song is ace, and since we reviewed their album, they've gone and released two more videos from the album.

The first one is for the the epic "White Knuckles" — which has one of the most amazing choruses. The video is in black and white, and takes place in the woods. Have a look.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X03fLkFHzVM

The latest video is for the song "Stop Desire." The video is a colorful retro affair with lots of fun suggestive images. Have a look ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLUDxVezNes

In case you missed our review of the album, read it here. There are only 10 songs on the album, and so far, they have 8 videos for the 10 songs. You can check them out here.

1. That Girl

2. Faint Of Heart

3. Boyfriend

4. Dying To Know

5. Stop Desire

6. White Knuckles

7. 100x

8. BWU

9. U-Turn

10. Hang On To The Night

Love You To Death is available on digital outlets everywhere. Don't delay! Buy the album today! And "Stop Desire" also comes with a remix package! Woo-Hoo!

Cheer then,
—Davearama

P.S. Get the latest on Tegan and Sara by liking their Facebook page. And while you are there, make sure you like Poptastic Confessions Facebook page!

Learning To Dance by Christie and The Dream Beats

Dear Poptastic Readers,

If you enjoyed the summer smash single "It Wasn't My Fault" by Christie and The Dream Beats, they are back with a new song called "Learning To Dance" and it is quite good!

"Learning T Dance" is a slower, more serious track that starts off sounding a little spooky until Christie's beautiful vocals come and comfort us as she sings about her heartbreak. After the first chorus, the song picks up speed as you think at any moment Giorgio Moroder and Donna Summer might jump out at you. While it never becomes a full-on dance track, it is fabulous emotional pop song. Check out the video ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOs_q6R4fDQ

"Learning To Dance" is available on iTunes and Spotify. Help support the artists by legally downloading the track. Add it to your 2016 playlist! 

Cheer then,
—Davearama

P.S. Like the Facebook pages of Christie and The Dream Beats for more artist information. While you are there, don't forget to like Poptastic Confessions Facebook page!