July 4, 2012
One Hit Wonders: Where Are They Now?
The definition of one hit wonder isn't as cut and dry as many would expect. Sure, a one hit wonder could be a group who had only one single chart on the boards. But many bands find success in a slightly less mainstream way beyond their huge hit so many years prior. They are a one hit wonder, but they have established a core following. 'Marcy Playground' experienced a huge hit with 'Sex and Candy' in 1997. Who would have known they have released three albums since their debut hit album, as well as a remix album with work from indie electronic artists? 'Fastball' earned a single huge hit in 1998 with 'The Way.' Their success has been modest. They released 'Little White Lies' in 2009 and an album a few years previously. It didn't sell well.
A slightly later release in 2003 called 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love' from 'The Darkness' gave the world a great pop hook, but not much else. The band went on a seven year hiatus, and have recently reconvened for a short tour and new album called 'Hot Cakes.'
For all the jokes towards one hit wonders, you have to admire the band to have had any hits at all.
A slightly later release in 2003 called 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love' from 'The Darkness' gave the world a great pop hook, but not much else. The band went on a seven year hiatus, and have recently reconvened for a short tour and new album called 'Hot Cakes.'
For all the jokes towards one hit wonders, you have to admire the band to have had any hits at all.
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