East 17
UK
Formed: 1992
Years Active: 90
Genres: Pop/Rock, Electronic
Styles: Dance, Club/Dance, House, Adult Contemporary, Soft Rock, Teen Pop, Dance-Pop
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With the notable exception of Take That, East 17 were the most successful teen-oriented dance-pop band in Britain of the early '90s. Led by songwriter Tony Mortimer, the group initially tried to emulate American rap and hip-hop, before settling down into a commercial fusion of new jack R&B, hip-hop beats, rap, and pop melodies. The stylish, accessible blend of dance music, plus the group's boyish good looks, made East 17 into a teen pop sensation. Occasionally, the band achieved some credibility from dance circles when they convinced remixers t...
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