90s Pop Sensation's Epic Return: First Solo Single in Nearly Two Decades
90s pop sensation returns with first solo single in 19 years!
90s Pop Sensation’s Epic Return: First Solo Single in Nearly Two Decades! -Renowned as a n integral part of the iconic British pop group All Saints, Melanie Blatt is poised to rekindle her musical journey with the imminent release of her inaugural solo single in over a decade.
Alongside her fellow bandmates—Shaznay Lewis, Natalie Appleton, and Nicole Appleton—she skyrocketed to stardom, delivering chart-topping albums and unforgettable hits like “Never Ever,” “Pure Shores,” “Under the Bridge/Lady Marmalade,” and “Bootie Call.”
Now, at 49, the songstress is reportedly preparing to unveil her solo venture, marking a remarkable return after a hiatus spanning nearly two decades.
Inspired by her former bandmate Shaznay’s recent release of “Good Mourning,” Melanie is driven to embark on this solo odyssey, reigniting her passion for music and captivating audiences once again.
According to a source cited by The Sun, Mel’s journey back to the studio hasn’t been without its challenges, as she’s faced her own struggles with confidence as a singer.
Nevertheless, witnessing her bandmate Shaznay Lewis take the leap earlier this year has served as a powerful motivator for Mel. Determined to challenge herself and push past her insecurities, she’s embracing this opportunity to step back into the spotlight and share her music with the world once again.
Melanie released her last solo single in 2005 (Picture: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Langan’s Brasserie)The singer is best known for being a member of his British pop act All Saints (Picture: Tim Roney/Getty Images)Each member of the girl group has had their own solo career (Picture: Tim Roney/Getty Images)
“The plan is for her collaboration with KDA to be released in the near future, and there’s a collective hope among those close to her that it will serve as a catalyst for Mel to pursue more music endeavors.”
Following the initial split of All Saints in 2001, Melanie ventured into her solo career, releasing her debut single “Do Me Wrong” in 2003, followed by “See Me” in 2005.
Melanie has delved into numerous musical collaborations, the most recent being the 2013 hit “Fall’s Away” with Fur Coat. Beyond her musical endeavors, Melanie has ventured into the realm of television, making notable appearances on shows such as Celebrity Gogglebox in 2019 and the previous year’s Celebrity Race Across The World alongside her mother.
Can Melanie replicate the same success the best-selling group had? (Picture: JM Enternational/Getty Images)Recently she made the move into TV, appearing on Celebrity Race Across The World (Picture: Studio Lambert Ltd/Pete Dadds)
Additionally, Melanie took on the role of a judge and mentor on The X Factor New Zealand.
Meanwhile, Shaznay embarked on her solo journey with the release of her debut single, “Never Felt Like This Before,” in 2004, which swiftly climbed to number eight on the UK singles chart.
Following this success, she dropped her inaugural album, “Open,” a mere two weeks later. In the same year, Shaznay also lent her vocals to the Band Aid 20 re-recording of “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”
Natalie and Nicole, the talented siblings, joined forces under the moniker Appleton. Their musical collaboration kicked off in 2002 with the release of their debut single, “Fantasy.” Subsequently, their debut album, “Eventual,” hit the shelves in 2003, featuring the single “Everything’s Eventual.”
Their Biography
Here’s a brief biography covering the career highlights of Melanie Blatt, Shaznay Lewis, Natalie Appleton, and Nicole Appleton:
Melanie Blatt: Melanie Blatt, born on March 25, 1975, in London, England, rose to fame as a member of the iconic British pop group All Saints. Alongside her bandmates, she achieved widespread success with hit singles like “Never Ever,” “Pure Shores,” and “Bootie Call.”
Following the initial split of All Saints in 2001, Melanie pursued a solo career, releasing singles such as “Do Me Wrong” and “See Me.” She also explored opportunities in television, appearing on shows like Celebrity Gogglebox and Celebrity Race Across The World.
Shaznay Lewis: Born on October 14, 1975, in Islington, London, Shaznay Lewis emerged as a prominent figure in the music industry as a member of All Saints. Alongside her bandmates, she enjoyed chart-topping success with hits like “Never Ever” and “Black Coffee.”
In addition to her contributions to All Saints, Shaznay embarked on a solo career, releasing singles such as “Never Felt Like This Before” and the album “Open.” She also showcased her talent as a songwriter, penning songs for various artists across genres.
Natalie Appleton: Natalie Jane Appleton was born on May 14, 1973, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Alongside her sister Nicole, she gained recognition as a member of the pop duo Appleton. Prior to forming Appleton, Natalie was a member of the girl group All Saints, where she contributed to the success of albums like “All Saints” and “Saints & Sinners.” As part of Appleton, Natalie released singles such as “Fantasy” and the album “Eventual.”
Nicole Appleton: Nicole Marie Appleton, born on December 7, 1974, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, is best known as a member of the pop duo Appleton alongside her sister Natalie.
Before Appleton, Nicole was a member of the chart-topping girl group All Saints, where she achieved success with hit singles like “Never Ever” and “Pure Shores.” As part of Appleton, Nicole released music including the album “Eventual” and continued to contribute to the music industry as a talented vocalist.
