SISTER SLEDGE: The group sold millions of records worldwide with the album 'We Are Family', (produced by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards) earning them multi-platinum status for sales in excess of two million in the USA alone – and going gold in several other countries. They went onto have multiple chart anthems that include the UK hits 'Lost In Music', 'We Are Family', 'Thinking Of You', 'He's The Greatest Dancer'and the No.1 'Frankie' that remained at the top of the UK charts for 4 weeks. Over the years, the group has amassed a string of Gold and Platinum records, accumulating total sales of over 15,000,000 worldwide. Garnering along the way additional Grammy Nominations for Record of the Year and Best R&B Duo or group, Sister Sledge has earned over 100 awards and commendations. At present Sister Sledge consist of original members Debbie and Kim alongside Tanya (niece of one of the original members).
FIVE STAR: The family group, formed as teenagers, had a string of soul-pop hit singles in the 1980s. With their self-designed costumes and choreographed dance routines, they made a huge impact on the UK pop music scene. Their debut album, 'Luxury Of Life' reached number 12, spending 70 weeks on the chart, and selling over 300,000 copies and earning Five Star a platinum disc. The singles 'All Fall Down' and 'Let Me Be The One', became worldwide hits, whilst 'System Addict' became their first UK top ten hit. Their follow up album 'Silk and Steel' reached No 1 and went quadruple platinum. The album spawned several Top 10 singles – 'Can't Wait Another Minute', 'Find The Time', 'Rain Or Shine', 'Stay Out Of My Life' and 'The Slightest Touch'.They became the youngest group ever to top the British charts, and also the first black group to top the UK charts. In 1987 Five Star, were named "Best British Group" by the BPI (British Phonographic Industry, now Brits). The band has sold over 10 million records worldwide.
THE FIZZ: The original band, Cheryl Baker, Jay Aston& Mike Nolan, as Bucks Fizz won the 1981 Eurovision Song Contest. They became household names thanks to their iconic skirt ripping routine to their No 1 hit 'Making Your Mind Up' which sold more than 15 million worldwide. They have had numerous other hits that include the No.1's 'Land Of Make Believe' and 'My Camera Never Lies' alongside 'Piece of The Action', 'Now Those Days Are Gone', 'If You Can't Stand The Heat', 'Run For Your Life', 'When We Were Young' and 'New Beginning'. They have won countless music industry awards including, in 1982, Best Group at the BPI Rock & Pop awards (now the Brits), and an Ivor Novella Award, giving them their place in 80's music history and a highly successful recording career.
HUE & CRY: Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane made a huge impact in the late 80's with the albums 'Seduced and Abandoned' and 'Remote', as well as hit singles 'Labour of Love', 'Ordinary Angel', 'Violently' and 'Looking for Linda'. To date Hue and Cry have sold in excess of two million records worldwide. The band have also sold tens of thousands of concert tickets worldwide, as well as performing alongside some of the greatest artists in music history – U2, James Brown, Madonna, Al Green and Van Morrison to name but a few. The duo was recognised by their peers when they were presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Scottish Music Awards.
LIVING IN A BOX FEATURING KENNY THOMAS – Formed in Sheffield the band had several hit singles that included 'Living In A Box' that reached No.5. "Love is the Art", "Blow the House Down" (which featuredQueen's Brian May on guitar) and "Room in Your Heart" which reached No. 5. Their 2 albums reached gold status – 'Living In A Box' & 'Gatecrashing'. The band features original members Marcus Vere and Tich alongside new vocalist double platinum double award nominated Kenny Thomas. Kenny, who was sited by Quincy Jones as a 'great vocalist', had hits with 'Thinking About You Love' & 'Outstanding' among others. Marcus also recently co-wrote the new come back album for ABC – Lexican of Love II.