Swedish group Rednex, famed for '90s hit "Cotton Eye Joe," dominated European charts with their unique Eurodance-bluegrass style. Known for lively performances and constant lineup changes, their standout tracks include "The Spirit of the Hawk."
Five, formed in 1997 by the Spice Girls' management, quickly rose to fame with hits like "Slam Dunk Da Funk." Known for pop hits, they achieved a UK number one album and broke into the US charts. They won a Brit, MTV award, and six Smash Hits awards. In 2001, they played to 500,000 at Brazil's Rock in Rio.
UK pop group Bananarama, known for 80s hits like "Cruel Summer" & "Venus," collaborated with Fun Boy Three and dominated dance charts. Celebrated 40 years with album 'Masquerade'.
British DJ Dave Pearce is known for electronic dance music and his long tenure with the BBC. Started in 1981 in South London, famous for mixing on Public Enemy's album and hosting Radio 1's Dance Anthems. Released multiple mix albums with Telstar TV and Ministry of Sound.
Vengaboys, famed Dutch pop-dance band, known for hits like "Boom Boom Boom Boom!!" and "We're Going to Ibiza," topped charts in 25+ countries. Won awards including TMF Best Dance Act, excelled in US with gold album. Sold over 25 million singles globally. Known for a lively global tour.
Cascada, formed in 2004, breakthrough in 2006, dominates global dance music. Sold 30M records. Known for hits like "Ain't No Mountain High Enough", blends disco, funk. Collaborates with Christian Geller.
Artful Dodger, a garage duo from Southampton, UK, gained notoriety in the '90s with hits like "Re-Rewind" featuring Craig David. Known for mixing R&B, jazz, hip-hop, and house, they influenced the genre globally and mixed the famed Rewind compilation.
Chicago's Outhere Brothers, formed in 1987 by Malik and Hula, hit big with debut singles "Boom Boom Boom" & "Don't Stop (Wiggle Wiggle)," both UK #1s. Known for their risqué rap style & albums like "1 Polish, 2 Biscuits & a Fish Sandwich."
Wet Wet Wet, British pop icons with 15M+ sales, 20x platinum albums, and 500+ weeks on UK charts. Known for hits like "Love Is All Around" (#1 for 15 weeks). Featuring Kevin Simm, they continue to tour globally.
