Yes, that's him. The album spawned the singles "We Just Be Dreamin'", "Flip Reverse" and "Here 4 One". Blazin' Squad's popularity had a brief resurgence in 2017 all thanks to Marcel's appearance in one of the most popular series of Love Island to date. Eles tambm anunciaram que iriam lanar um novo lbum pela nova gravadora, Peach Records. Marcel and partner Rebecca are now on MTV Celebrity Bums: Famous and Pregnant. "I might become an actor or do something similar - I've always wanted to be an entertainer from being a small boy. He also correctly tweeted that Wispa is the best chocolate bar on the market. . He's apparently working in the import/export industry now (similar to flipping/reversing) but still does the occasional gig with Blazin' Squad and has been showing his Team Marcel Love Island support online, too. The former Blazin' Squad member has stayed in media, but a different kind; he is now a media manager at the BBC. Since then he has appeared in other shows such as The Games and Celebrity Come Dine With Me. Stuart has now ditched the gelled hair and shaved eyebrows of his youth in favour of a grown-out locks and designer stubble. Despite ditching the hair gel and growing a beard, the 36-year-old does not look too different from the group's heyday. The remaining few (Rocky-B, Reepa, Spike-E, Melo-D and MC Vyper, who had changed his alias from Danny-B), announced they would be reforming as Blazin' Squad in the summer of 2006. The cast of That '70s Show where are they now? At home he hashis own record label but occasionally performs on stage with other bands, andspecialises in electronic and house jams. Kenzie, now 36, became one of the most recognisable membersof the group following a series of TV appearances and high profile relationships after the band went their separate ways. Is that Marcel, from Love Island? He is reported to work in the import and export industry. Reepa is still in the media industry as a manager at the BBC. The group had six top ten hits, including "Crossroads", a cover version of the Bone Thugs-n-Harmony original. A debut album In The Beginning was also a huge success and they went on to release a further six top ten hits. There's too many to tag but you know who you are. They co-wrote and co-produced Sam Smith and Naughty Boy's tune 'La La La', and also worked on Jess Glynne's debut album. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Kenzie of Blazin Squad and model Jodie Marsh attend "FHM's 100 Sexiest Women In The World Party" hosted by the men's monthly magazine, at Umbaba on. Oliver wanted to update a tattoo on his left bicep which depicted the date the band got their first number one song and the day they signed their record contract. In July 2006, Rocky-B, Reepa, Spike-E and Melo-D made an announcement that they were going to reform as Blazin' Squad, and record and release a new album under Peach Records. Viewers have been taking the Mickey out of him for constantly mentioning that he was in Blazin' Squad. However, after their showbiz careers stalled the Squad wound up on very different paths. In June 2009, Strider, Flava, Kenzie, Krazy and Rocky B announced they would be re-uniting as a five piece, and subsequently released their comeback single, "Let's Start Again". As always you can unsubscribe at any time. When he wasnt reliving his childhood music dreams, he was working as a window fitter. Now or Never is the second studio album released by British ten-piece hip hop group Blazin' Squad. James Murray stayed close with his bandmate Mustafa Omer (Strider). He is now married to wife Karina and the couple share two kids. King faced the media after Rovers' last minute defeat to Leigh Leopards on Friday evening. 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The group met at school and came together through a shared love of music and rap. Releasing new music wouldnt be off the table either.. When their second album failed to reach the dizzying heights of their first, they were dropped from their label and forced to split in 2003. Kenzie, who is also a personal trainer, shows off his toned figure and shredded abs on the social media platform as well as posts featuring his daughters. He's now the kind of bloke you'd see in trendy wine bars using the Clarendon filter on Instagram to show off hisPinot. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Did they meet at the Crossroads after their breakup? His corkscrew curls have been ironed out and now Sam Foulkes is all grown up. Although he doesnt seem to use his Twitter account much, he supported Marcel when he was in Love Island. Aim for the stars and if you miss at least you will land on the moon.. #gooner. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. He keeps away from the spotlight now, appearing in the occasional nostalgic performance with the band. Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman chokes up over death of friend Darius Campbell Danesh, Beatles' star Paul McCartney devastated as brother-in-law John Eastman dies. As you may have noticed from the past and present picture comparison, Krazy literally looks exactly the same as he did back in the day. Strider has now written songs for top-selling UK artists including Leona Lewis, Emili Sande, KSI, Naughty Boy and Professor Green. But the world had moved on: guitars were ruling the airwaves and there was little nostalgia lurking for the formerly teenage group. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Blazin' Squad had six top 10 singles and a number one single, Kenzie has undergone a huge transformation, Marcel went on to star in 2017's edition of Love Island, Flava and Strider joined forces to write songs for artists such as Sam Smith and Leona Lewis, Freek has a tattoo of the date the band got their number one single Crossroads, Melo-d became a window fitter after the group split, Blazin Squad then & now Sam Foulkes (Spike E), Blazin Squad then & now Tom Beasley (DJ Tommy B), Despite their success, the group disbanded in 2006, Where Blazin Squad stars are now unrecognisable transformation to surprising career change & tattoo disaster, Olivia Attwood praises best pal Georgia Harrison as 'brave and dignified' after Stephen Bear jailed for sharing sex tape, Peter Andre reveals strict rule for daughter Princess's career after she teams up with fashion brand, Where cast of Flipper are now - from hilarious run-in with the Queen to Breaking Bad fame & star with 14 kids by 4 mums, Stephen Bears fiance Jessica Smith vows to stick with him 'through thick and thin' after shamed reality star is jailed, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Where are the original Loose Women hosts now? The trio released their debut single, "Baby Goodbye" in October 2005. Although he didnt win the show in 2017, he was one of the finalists along with his co-star and ex-girlfriend Gabby Allen. Strider, Freek, Krazy, Tommy-B, Melo-D, Spike-E, Reepa, and Kenzie all met at Higham Park School in Chingford, London where they bonded over a love of hip-hop. At the time, Marcel admitted he had made a huge mistake and regretted it as he was in love with Gabby, Cosmpolitan reported. If you watch reality TV, theres a chance you already know what Marcel has been up to since the band split. Real name Tom Beasley, hes not been involved in any of the reunions as so far. Home: TV: Radio: Talk: Where I Live: A-Z Index: Games: Chat: Vote: Win: Quiz: Club . So, of course, everyone is asking - just what happened to the boys? Their break up turned bitter when he in turn accused her of cheating with Towie star Dan Osborne, a claim she's fiercelydenied. ", Well no, of course not. They then stormed the charts with their debut single Crossroads - which reached number one in 2002. In his free time he enjoys cycling and enjoying ice creams on a hot day. Speaking to Manchester Evening News way back in 2004, Lee said he'd like to stay in the industry if the band ended. Answer: False. Family Life. Just hit 'Like' on our Digital Spy Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @digitalspy Twitter account and you're all set. Also known as Tom Beasley, the former boyband member is still working the decks up and down the country as a DJ. He also dated former glamour model Jodie Marsh around the same time. The tricky second album. Love Island 2017: who are this years contestants. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The Voice UK 2018 duo on Team Jennifer who met at Brighton University, Mariah Carey reveals she's back in the studio working on 15th album, Stephen Mulhern casts doubt on Britain's Got More Talent return as he continues to battle 'nasty' illness, Jon Fratelli gave his coveted Brit award to random plumber - as a TIP, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). In July 2006, Rocky-B, Reepa, Spike-E and Melo-D made an announcement that they were going to reform as Blazin' Squad, and record and release a new album under Peach Records. To sign up for the Hull Live newsletter, click here. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Now a father-of-two, he splits his time between London and New York. Currently he is still involved in the entertainment industry and works as a music manager for ESG Management. After Blazin' Squad's popularity dwindled, Strider and his best band pal Flava went on to form their own songwriting and production company. The burning flame at the heart of Blazin' Squad continues to flicker, however. While he's back to being close with the boys these days, he also previously performed as a solo act called The Lee Bailey Project, which is still visible on MySpace. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. The pair co-write Sam Smith and Naughty Boy's hit single La La La - which went on to be the sixth best selling single in the UK in 2013 and even made a splash on the US charts peaking at number 19. Sign up to the Hull Live newsletter for daily updates and breaking news. Blazin' Squad also had a number two single, the really quite rude chat-up banger Flip Reverse, in 2003. After Blazin' Squad, they became the successful production duo Mojam. Ten teenagers from Chingford who enjoyed a brief, but indeed blazing, time in the limelight in the early Noughties. Its no surprise that Blazin Squads only DJ is still active in the music career as he still works as a DJ. Lovely jubbly. Melo-d seems to be the member who's proudest of his Blazin' Squad roots, remaining a solid member of the band and appearing up and down the country at various reunion gigs for a bit of a 'Crossroads' sesh. For the past five or so years, though, he's worked as an engineer for Virgin Media. He now has a. Even the BBC gave them one star for their debut album In The Beginning, grimly (and, as it happened, falsely)predicting: "Sorry boys, the only Crossroad you'll be meeting at in a couple of yearsis one with a Job Centre on the corner.". He appeared on a number of reality shows including the third series of Celebrity Big Brother, The Weakest Link, and CelebAir. Cosmopolitan participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. He's also grown biceps bigger than the average human head, and is a father of two daughters called Wynter and Wyllow, splitting his time between New York and London while working as a personal trainer. While some of the fresh-faced group went back to their day jobs, others have continued to court the limelight. Toukokuussa 2006 ilmoitettiin, ett Rocky-B, Reepa, Spike-E ja Melo-D aikovat uudistua ja esiinty neliosaisena versiona Blazin 'Squadista. They released a single, "All Night Long", in August 2006, however, it only peaked at #54, which resulted in their record deal being scrapped and a further disbandment. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. After enjoying a close friendship with Flava (aka James Murray) in the band, they teamed up to form a song writing duo called Mojam after the group disbanded. You'll have to find the ghoul in under 11 seconds, so can you do it? Their debut album featured three hit singles, including Love on the Line and Where the Story Ends, and their follow up, Now or Never, had another, Flip Reverse. As trio Friday Hill (a housing estate in Chingford), Kenzie, Strider and Flava signed with Polydor records and even managed to stay in the Top 10 for a month with debut single Baby Goodbye. More recently in 2013, he gave the pop game another shot by teaming up with Adam Rickitt, Gareth Gates, Dane Bowers and Kavana for ITV2's The Big Reunion for new manband 5th Story. Where are Emmerdale's missing Bartons now? Poznali si w wieku 14 lat i od tamtej pory zaczli tworzy muzyk. However, he has now returned to his first love and works as a band manager. "We Just Be Dreamin'" reached number three in July 2003, and "Flip Reverse", which was co-written by former member Liam D'Souza reached number two in November. View our online Press Pack. Teachers Dear Diary: Blazin's Reepa hits the clubs Updated 25 October 2002, 11.58. Melo-D is a member of the band, but 'Melody' isn't. Strider, Rocky B, and Krazy are all members. Jamie McKenzie is now a very sculpted personal trainer, Marcel Sommervile welcomed his first child earlier this year, Freek carried his love of music through to his work as a band manager, Strider now runs a successful songwriting company, James Murray ( pictured) and his old bandmate worked on Naughty Boy and Sam Smith's huge hit La La La, Sam Foulkes has partaken in a few Blazin' Squad reunions since they split, Chris now has platinum blond hair and works as an engineer, Lee Bailey has retreated from the limelight, DJ Tommy B: he's still working as DJ these days. Sam's also taken part in some Blazin Squad reunion tours. Now a far cry from his skinny days, Kenzie is buff thanks to his work as a personal trainer, and is an international DJ according to his social media profile. Ollie, who is reportedly Marcels best friend, is married and is also a dad. The Crossroads hitmakers have announced a headline show at KOKO London on 26 November 2017 with seven members of the original line-up returning. He got Blazin Squads first number one and the date they signed their record contract on his arm but after spending time with experts, the ink was updated to a more spectacular tribute to their efforts - complete with a smoking microphone. About Blazin' Squad. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. She introduced me to new pleasures and all kinds of different positions.". Rocky B is now widely known for his appearance on ITV's Love Island and his romance with Liverpudlian Gabby Allen. Since the good ol' days, Strider has gone on to even bigger and better things than Blazin' Squad (if that's actually possible). He still performs with the band when they get together for reunions and still lists himself as a member on his Instagram, but he's ditched the gelled hair and shaved eyebrows in favour of grown-out locks and stubble. Chris remains loyal to his roots as a Blazin' Squad original and still performs their songs at various reunion gigs. Twelve years on from his boy band adventure, Marcel Sommerville is taking part in the2017 series of Love Island. In May 2014 Kenzie was injured in a "serious car crash", but escaped with injuries. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. He continues to be proud of his Blazin' Squad roots, writing in his Twitter bio that he's a member of the band. Peach Recordsin alla he julkaisivat ensimmisen singlens uudistuksen jlkeen, "All Night Long", keskuussa 2006. While he and Flava had their biggest hit co-writing and co-producing Sam Smith and Naughty Boy's hit La La La. That's all we can tell you really as he's kept away from the big Blazin' reunions. Incredibly, Lee Bailey hasnt changed a day although recent pictures of the singer are hard to come by. Hes got a really grown up job working at the BBC as a media manager. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Kenzie also claimed Jodie liked to be spanked in the bedroom and revealed he once bought her saucy underwear. The rapper hilariously tried to keep his time in the boyband a closely guarded secret, before choosing to disclose the revelation to fellow islanders one by one. [2] Career [ edit] In The Beginning: 2002 [ edit] 5. These days Kenzie is a personal trainer and DJ, whose attends plenty of pool parties, glam nights out, and DJing all over the world. Flava is the second half of Mojam alongside Strider, and the pair are enjoying some serious success in the business. He is reported to be a successful cyclist and over the years has taken part in a string of races including the CC Hackney Road Race in April. We've not heard much from Lee Bailey after his solo musical effort The Lee Bailey Project failed to take off. Despite the chart success of their singles, the group failed to match their success with their second album, Now or Never, only peaking at #36 on the UK Albums Chart. Most have kept a finger in the musical pie, from artist management (Freek, formerly a corporate banker) and songwriting (Flava and Strider) or DJing (Tommy-B). When they started, they had an average age of 16 and were known by a string of ridiculous nicknames:Kenzie (James McKenzie), Freek (Oliver Georgiou), Melo-d (Chris McKeckney), Reepa (Stuart Baker), Krazy (Lee Bailey), Spike-e (Sam Foulkes), Flava (James Murray), Tommy-B (Tom Beasley), Plat'num (Marcel Sommerville)andStrider (Mustafa Omer). Di. Watch: Take a look around the Love Island villa in 2017. The singer is still close to his band mates, and offered a lot of support for Marcel when he appeared on Love Island. I think the first thing is, weve been doing a few shows, so to up that to a tour, if we were to do anything that would be the first point of call, see how that goes then who knows. A new member, Joe-E, was added to the group in a failedattempt to revive interest. He keeps out of the limelight for but after Marcel's stint on Love Island, Oliver was invited to appear on E4 show Tattoo Fixers to get the ink on his left bicep updated. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Na pocztku zesp skada si z 10 czonkw o pseudonimach: Reepa, Krazy, Kenzie, Flava, Tommy-B, Spike-e, Strider, Rocky-B, Freek i Melo-D. Caa dziesitka pochodzi z Walthamstow, miejscowoci pooonej na poudnie od Londynu. Something went wrong, please try again later. As well as occasionally performing with other former Blazin' Squad members, Sam works in the import/export industry now. DJ Tommy, who is a fan of cycling, has not been seen with the group during any of their reunion gigs. The former Blazin' Squad member has stayed in media, but a different kind; he is now a media manager at the BBC. BLAZIN' Squad are fondly remembered by nostalgic noughties pop fans. He and partner Bayley Hatson share a daughter. The 31-year-old faced controversy after he allegedly cheated on Gaby Allen while the pair were on holiday together in Mexico. Comeback This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The single fared slightly better than the previous single but could only peak at #51 on the UK Singles Chart. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. These days Freek, 35, continues to work in music as a music manager, but after initially leaving the band he had quite the alternative career working in a corporate bank for a few years. The UK pop charts had proved themselves ready for an influx of urban music, and East West Records, an imprint of Warner Music, snapped up teenage rap group Blazin' Squad a year earlier. In February 2006, they released a second single, "One More Night Alone", which reached #13 on the UK Singles Chart. Since the Squad broke up, he's also appeared with some of his old bandmates in nightclubs. The Squad's Reepa tells Leigh Mytton all about it. Heres what Wednesday Addams looks like now! After their romance, Kenzie spilled the beans on their sex life saying: "Jodie definitely taught me a few things, being an older woman. But Blazin' Squad were infamous for their pretentious attempts to seem "street", their love of oversized clothing and enjoyably preposterous interviews at the hands of Simon Amstell, then-co-host of T4 showPopworld, who famously asked them, "So, how's puberty going? 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Stuart Baker has continued to appear on stage with some of his former bandmates for Blazin' Squad shows over the past few years, while juggling his proper job as a media manager for the BBC. Members Flava, Plat'num, Strider, Freek, Krazy, Tommy-B, Melo-D, Spike-E, Reepa, and Kenzie all met at Higham Park School in Chingford, London where they bonded over a love of . Blazin' Squad's popularity had a brief resurgence in 2017 all thanks to Marcel's appearance in one of the most popular series of Love Island to date. However, he's not given up on music altogether. In the band he had a couple of nicknames from Rocky B, to Plat'num B, to Bezzle. But what happened after the band split in 2005? We take a look at what the likes of Kenzie, Strider, Freek and Rocky B are up to now One of the most recognisable members of the group ( who could forget that gel-slicked hair ) baby-faced Kenzie went on to become a tabloid favourite after the band split thanks to his high profile romances. Kenzie has certainly grown up since his band days, Reepa has ditched his spikes since the '00s. Blazin' Squad burst onto the scene 20 years ago, clocking a No.1 hit with their debut single. The limited UK success of Crossroads, a number byUS hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, gave them inspiration to do a loose cover. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Blazin' Squad are reckoned to be the next big pop sensation, so just who are they? Ed Sheeran announces he's engaged to fiance Cherry Seaborn, Blind Dates unluckiest contestant shunned for a SECOND time after being first person to be stood up on the show in 20 years, Naked photos of ex Coronation Street star Melissa Johns performing sex act leaked online by cruel hackers, Ewan McGregors scorned wife has blasted his filing for divorce as 'upsetting and disappointing', Voice UK fans wowed by inspirational singer who overcomes stammer when he performs, Who are Ant and Ox? Can this young prodigy bring back the age of the wild virtuoso violinist? But thanks to the unexpected arrival of Marcel aka Rocky B on 2017's Love Island - and his constant need to subtly mention his prestigious musical past - the squad is back in our lives in a big way, and we've rediscovered the need to Flip Reverse things every now and again. Ollie, or Freek as he was known in his Blazin' Squad days, embarked on a major career change after leaving the music industry and launched a career in corporate banking. The label issued a Greatest Hits compilation via digital download and thereby ended the contract with the group.
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