The hair gel loving lads resurfaced in the spotlight when Marcel Somerville, aka Rocky B, went into the Love Island villa and was at the centre of reality romance. 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. You may have been watching Love Island this year and thought where do I know that guy from? He's pretty unrecognisable these days with cropped hair and a thick beard. Something went wrong, please try again later. A new member, Joe-E, was added to the group in a failedattempt to revive interest. In February 2006, they released a second single, "One More Night Alone", which reached #13 on the UK Singles Chart. Currently he is still involved in the entertainment industry and works as a music manager for ESG Management. As well as occasionally performing with other former Blazin' Squad members, Sam works in the import/export industry now. He also still has those majestic eyebrows. Reepa's mum is called Corleta. Comeback The 31-year-old faced controversy after he allegedly cheated on Gaby Allen while the pair were on holiday together in Mexico. We met them at the crossroads back in the early noughties, and their catchy RnB songs were stuck in our heads for days, but what happened to the 10 members of Blazin' Squad? Some of still in the biz, while others lead quieter lives. Poor MarcelSomerville. He and partner Bayley Hatson share a daughter. Probably what it says on the tin tbh. Chris McKeckney was a major player in the Blazin Squad reunion tour two years ago. Yes, that's him. 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. We caught up with Marcel over the summer, but where are the rest these days? Their comeback single 'Let's Start Again' peaked at No. As well as becoming a household reality TV icon, Marcel Sommerville works as a producer and founder of an independent music label called Dmode. The album spawned the singles "We Just Be Dreamin'", "Flip Reverse" and "Here 4 One". Occasionally, he ditches the suit to join his bandmates on stage during reunion performances. After Blazin' Squad, they became the successful production duo Mojam. Blazin' Squad had six top 10 singles and a number one single Credit: . They've had considerable success working on Sam Smith's hits 'La La La' and 'Like I Can', as well as songs for Emeli Sand and Naughty Boy. Actually known as Stuart Baker, the spiked hair has now been replaced with soft, brunette locks. They had hits including Baby Goodbye and One More Night Alone, but they were dropped from the label the following year after their album Times Like These peaked at number 67 on the UK Albums Chart. Incredibly, Lee Bailey hasnt changed a day although recent pictures of the singer are hard to come by. Keeping well? Many members appear to enjoy a variety of careers, ranging from underwear line designer (Kenzie) to D-list celebrity personal trainer (also Kenzie). As MC Reepa he is best recognized for having been a member of the rap group Blazin' Squad. Months earlier, So Solid Crew, the amorphous garage group from Battersea, had emerged from pirate radio obscurity into the mainstream thanks to the relentless patter of their hit single 21 Seconds. The burning flame at the heart of Blazin' Squad continues to flicker, however. They have been massively successful, writing for artists including Emeli Sande, Leona Lewis, KSI, and Naughty Boy. Blazin Squad released two albums in their original line-up (Picture: PA) In 2005, members Kenzie, Flava and Strider formed Friday Hill and released two singles - Baby Goodbye and One More Night. [2], The band released a number of white label singles on the Weighty Plates label featuring remixes of the track "Standard Flow" from their album In the Beginning. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. It features the rap version of "We Just Be Dreamin . DJ Tommy, who is a fan of cycling, has not been seen with the group during any of their reunion gigs. Despite this, however, their debut album, In the Beginning achieved gold status in the UK and spawned two further top ten hits, "Love on the Line" and double A-side single, "Reminisce/Where the Story Ends". Where are the Sabrina the Teenage Witch cast now? After some intense detective work and a lot of 'Crossroads' on repeat, we've gathered a roundup of where all ten of the Blazin' Squad boys are now - and some handy past and present photos to help decide whether you still fancy your fave. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. For the past five or so years, though, he's worked as an engineer for Virgin Media. Marcel then got them all together for their first ever full reunion in early August 2017, and they all look incredibly different. Marcel, 36, is engaged to Rebecca Vieira and they have a beautiful baby boy together called Roman. He and best band pal Flava formed a songwriting/production team called Mojam, which has been impressively successful. What Blazin' Squad look like now: here's what the 10-piece boyband did next, DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. Marcel's busy having a swell time with Gabby, but what ever happened to the rest of the boys? He is now married to wife Karina and the couple share two kids. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. "Flip Reverse" was subsequently used to re-launch Top of the Pops, with a special performance recorded outside the BBC Television Centre with 100 or so hooded back-up dancers. Sign up to the Hull Live newsletter for daily updates and breaking news. Oh, and he makes occasional squad reunion appearances with a few of the other lads too. Marcel and partner Rebecca are now on MTV Celebrity Bums: Famous and Pregnant. He has since returned to the industry but now works as a band manager instead. He is now dad to daughters Wynter and Wyllow, who he shares with his girlfriend of 10 years. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. The Crossroads hitmakers have announced a headline show at KOKO London on 26 November 2017 with seven members of the original line-up returning. FRET NO MORE. In May 2014 Kenzie was injured in a "serious car crash", but escaped with injuries. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. James Murray stayed close with his bandmate Mustafa Omer (Strider). They decided to call it a day in 2006. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Artists including Professor Green and Leona Lewis have used their songs. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Kenzie has certainly grown up since his band days, Reepa has ditched his spikes since the '00s. The optical illusion will leave you stumped as it's asking people to spot the ghost hiding inside the room. 23. Real name, Chris McKeckney, he's believed to be working as an Engineer these days after leaving the music world behind. 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). Reepa is still in the media industry as a manager at the BBC. In the eighth of the Blazin' Squad diaries, Reepa, aka Stuart tells us what he's been up to this . 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. "We want to say a massive thank you to everyone we've collaborated with this year, from in the room, to behind the scenes, we're very greatful [sic] for all your passion & hard work. Here we take a trip down memory lane as we revisit their lives 20 years on from their glory days. Now a father-of-two, he splits his time between London and New York. He's since found love with current girlfriend Rebecca Vieira and they welcomed a son together called Roman in 2021. If you watch reality TV, theres a chance you already know what Marcel has been up to since the band split. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. He keeps away from the spotlight now, appearing in the occasional nostalgic performance with the band. And as Marcel frequently mentioned in the Love Island villa the group are still good friends. He's now the kind of bloke you'd see in trendy wine bars using the Clarendon filter on Instagram to show off hisPinot. Most importantly, Reepa could arguably be the Blazin' Squad member who's experienced the biggest glo up in terms of hotness. That's all we can tell you really as he's kept away from the big Blazin' reunions. Watch: Take a look around the Love Island villa in 2017. EastEnders actress turned Strictly star Maisie Smith has sent fans into meltdown with her latest batch of smoking hot social media snaps as she posed up a storm fo the camera. Despite ditching the hair gel and growing a beard, the 36 . THEY burst onto the music scene with baggy clothes, excessive hair gel and a crew that would put the biggest Stateside rapper's entourage to shame. 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Now or Never, released in November 2003,lived up to the latter half of its title and rendered the band in tatters after poor sales. 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, with his long blonde hair still in tact. After years away from the limelight, Marcel appeared on the third series of Love Island and came in fourth place with Gabby Allen. 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. 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. Releasing new music wouldnt be off the table either.. 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. Although he didnt win the show in 2017, he was one of the finalists along with his co-star and ex-girlfriend Gabby Allen. 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". He was a vocal supporter of Marcel during his Love Island villa stint. But he's apparently had a couple of normal jobs too. 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Strider and Flava real names Mus Omer and James Murray have now formed a songwriting duo called Mojam. While Melo-D real name Chris McKeckney has worked as a window fitter in recent years, he's also kept one foot in the music biz. Some members valiantly carried on, and with limited success. But when the band disbanded, he retreated from the limelight - despite initially telling the media he would like to carry on with a career in the industry. What's more, they're doing pretty well for themselves. Watch the official music video for "Here 4 On" by Blazin Squad.Released as the third and final single from the group's second studio album, "Now or Never", o. The label issued a Greatest Hits compilation via digital download and thereby ended the contract with the group. Where is Reepa now? Their album, entitled Times Like These, was also released in February 2006, but only peaked at #67 on the UK Albums Chart, and such, were soon dropped from their label.[8]. A live recording of a concert in Liverpool was released on DVD for Christmas 2003 but failed to achieve any commercial success. His corkscrew curls have been ironed out and now Sam Foulkes is all grown up. Following the show, Marcel and Gabby were together for almost a year before announcing their split amid reports of infidelity on his part. Blazin' Squad were the laughing stock of nearly all serious music magazines. According to social media, the pair enjoy nothing more than jetting off on exotic holidays abroad. In 2005, Strider, Flava and Kenzie signed a record deal with Polydor records, and began recording an album under the name Friday Hill, named after a location in their hometown in Chingford. So, of course, everyone is asking - just what happened to the boys? The ten members all met through secondary school and came together through a shared love of music. "Wishing everyone a very happy, prosperous new year.". Although he keeps his personal life on the down-low, Strider has ditched his trademark hair gel and shaved eyebrow and is now a married man with a baby. He's still loving life in the slightly smaller, reunited version of the band and is probably popping up at a student union near you soon. 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. The group had six top ten hits, including "Crossroads", a cover version of the Bone Thugs-n-Harmony original. Marcel and Rebecca are set to share the details of the pregnancy and the birth in new MTV show Celebrity Bumps: Famous and Pregnant. Since then he has continued to appear on television and radio shows, including appearing on Celebrity Come Dine With Me last year. Strider, Rocky, Kenzie and Reepa on Popworld's "The Big Ones" Very funny!Deutsch/German:Simon: Ein paar Mitglieder von Blazin' Squad, herzlich Willkommen. 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. He has had quite the career change and now works in the import and export industry. Even the BBC gave them one star for their debut album. Freek also appears to be a Tottenham Hotspur fan judging from his tweets. These days Freek - aka Ollie Georgiou - is back in the music business but as a manager behind the scenes, along with the occasional nostalgic performance with the boys. Lovely jubbly. The huge success of the gelled-haired, shaved-eyebrowed teen heartthrobs spawned RnB inspired album The Beginning and a further six top ten singles.
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