Triple Eight sought to fill the boyband void with their debut single ‘Knockout’. But were they punching above their weight?
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Girls Aloud – Whole Lotta History
Ballads rarely – if ever – factor into a discussion of Girls Aloud’s best songs. But ‘Whole Lotta History’ is a notable exception to the rule.
Adam Rickitt – Best Thing
‘Best Thing’ was Adam Rickitt’s last chance to prove his pop star credentials after the underwhelming performance of his debut album.
S Club 8 – Don’t Tell Me You’re Sorry
Despite now being the flagship representatives of the S Club-brand, ‘Don’t Tell Me You’re Sorry’ found S Club 8 in a make-or-break situation.
I Dream (Feat. Frankie & Calvin) – Dreaming
‘Dreaming’ was the product of another re-brand for S Club 8 as they added five new members and became I Dream.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Music Gets The Best Of Me
Sophie Ellis-Bextor took her love of music one step further than most by writing a whole song dedicated to it.
S Club 7 – Natural
‘Natural’ marks an oft-overlooked transition towards adulthood for S Club 7, using an iconic classical sample as only they could.
Samantha Mumba – Baby Come On Over
‘Baby Come On Over’ marked a pivotal moment for Samantha Mumba as she sought to revive the fortunes of her debut album.
Lolly – Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
Lolly’s final appearance in the charts saw her attempt to resurrect an ’80s classic that was still alive and kicking.
Hear’Say – Lovin’ Is Easy
With a new member, a new image and a new sound, ‘Lovin’ Is Easy’ was supposed to be a fresh start for Hear’Say. But the public were having none of it.
Rachel Stevens – So Good
‘So Good’ was a modest description of Rachel Stevens’ latest single, which (briefly) threatened to put her firmly atop the charts.
D-Side – Speechless
Things were looking bleak for pop groups in the early ’00s, but D-Side arrived with ‘Speechless’ and attempted to kick-start a new wave of boybands.