East 17
East 17 is an English pop boy band that originated in Walthamstow, London, in 1991. The group was founded by Tony Mortimer, who secured a record deal with London Records, and was joined by Brian Harvey, John Hendy, and Terry Coldwell. Known for their blend of pop, dance-pop, pop-rap, and hip-hop, East 17 distinguished themselves from other boy bands of the time with their grittier, streetwise image and sound.
Their debut album, "Walthamstow," released in 1992, reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and included top-20 singles like "House of Love" and "Deep." The band's most famous hit, "Stay Another Day," was the UK Christmas number one in 1994. East 17 achieved significant success in the 1990s, selling over 18 million albums worldwide and earning 18 top-20 singles and four top-10 albums. They were often compared to their contemporaries, Take That, but were noted for their sharper, more urban sound.
Despite their success, the band faced internal tensions and controversies, including lead singer Brian Harvey's departure following a drug-related controversy. East 17 experienced multiple lineup changes and reunions over the years, with Terry Coldwell remaining the only constant member. As of the latest lineup, the group includes Terry Coldwell, Joe Livermore, and Robbie Craig. The band continues to perform and release music, maintaining their legacy as one of the UK's iconic boy bands of the 1990s.
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