East 17

East 17, an English pop boy band, was formed in Walthamstow in 1991. The original lineup included Tony Mortimer, Brian Harvey, John Hendy, and Terry Coldwell. The group quickly gained recognition for their fusion of pop and hip-hop, presenting a more rugged image compared to contemporary boy bands. They became particularly known for their hit singles and albums, amassing significant popularity in the UK and European markets during the early to mid-1990s. The band’s debut album, “Walthamstow,” released in 1992, achieved commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart. This album featured notable singles such as “House of Love” and “Deep.” In 1994, with the release of their second album, “Steam,” East 17 achieved their only UK number-one single, “Stay Another Day.” This track also notably became the UK Christmas number one for that year. The group’s success during this period was marked by 18 top-20 singles and four top-10 albums. East 17 has sold over 18 million albums globally.