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Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The singer is still close to his band mates, and offered a lot of support for Marcel when he appeared on Love Island. Reepa is still in the media industry as a manager at the BBC. Stuart has now ditched the gelled hair and shaved eyebrows of his youth in favour of a grown-out locks and designer stubble. It also failed to re-ignite the low sales of the album. 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. 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Marcel and Rebecca are set to share the details of the pregnancy and the birth in new MTV show Celebrity Bumps: Famous and Pregnant. For the past five or so years, though, he's worked as an engineer for Virgin Media. 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. Many members appear to enjoy a variety of careers, ranging from underwear line designer (Kenzie) to D-list celebrity personal trainer (also Kenzie). "I might have a solo career or start to write. He ilmoittivat mys julkaisevansa uuden albumin uudella levy-yhtill, Peach Records. 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. Now or Never is the second studio album released by British ten-piece hip hop group Blazin' Squad. Releasing new music wouldnt be off the table either.. Despite their record label wanting to drop them following the lack of success of the single, they had signed a binding contract to release an album. Real name, Chris McKeckney, he's believed to be working as an Engineer these days after leaving the music world behind. He's also engaged though, so try not to let your early 2000s. Reepa's spiked hair has now been replaced by luscious long locks instead. BLAZIN' Squad are fondly remembered by nostalgic noughties pop fans. [3][4], For their official debut, the band released a cover of the Bone Thugs-N-Harmony song "Crossroads" for Warner Music's East West Records label. 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. In February 2006, they released a second single, "One More Night Alone", which reached #13 on the UK Singles Chart. He's currently helping 19-year-old singer-songwriter Miller Blue break through into the industry. This is one Blazin' Squad lad who's hard to pin down. From Blazin' Squad, that's where. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Kenzie arrives at the UK Premiere of new animated film "Valiant" at the Odeon West End on March 20, 2005. Since his days in the band, he has certainly grown up and is now a personal trainer, inevitably still making fans droll over him. Their catchy tunes including Flip Reverse and number one song Crossroads were dancefloor staples in nightclubs across the country. Actually known as Stuart Baker, the spiked hair has now been replaced with soft, brunette locks. What Blazin' Squad look like now: here's what the 10-piece boyband did next, DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 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. Even music snobs were hard-pressed to resist the pop charm of the teen band's chart-topping debut single 'Crossroads' when it was released back in 2002. At the time, Marcel admitted he had made a huge mistake and regretted it as he was in love with Gabby, Cosmpolitan reported. The album was released on 20 November 2003 in the United Kingdom, and peaked at #37 on the UK Albums Chart. 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. She says that she feels strange when she sees teenage girls screaming over her son, but knows that he enjoys it! He keeps away from the spotlight now, appearing in the occasional nostalgic performance with the band. Mojam were reported to have signed a major deal with Sony/ATV's Naughty Words joint venture with Naughty Boy in 2014. Following his very public but short-lived romance to Marsh, Kenzie has been with his current girlfriend since 2012 with whom he now shares daughters Wynter and Wyllow. This single was the first to reach the UK Top 40, and debuted in the number one spot on the UK Singles Chart of 31 August 2002. 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. Ten teenagers from Chingford who enjoyed a brief, but indeed blazing, time in the limelight in the early Noughties. Newsbeat spoke to original Blazin' Squad band members MC Freek and Melo about reuniting and having their first headline show since 2004. . To date, he still occasionally performs with a few members of the group but also works in the import/exportindustry. Even die-hard fans might have trouble recognising a now 35-year-old Kenzie given he's now a beefed-up personal trainer at Studio 23. After the short-lived comeback in 2009, Freek known as Oliver Georgiou to family and friends founded his own music management company. For other inquiries Contact Us. He is reported to work in the import and export industry. The 31-year-old faced controversy after he allegedly cheated on Gaby Allen while the pair were on holiday together in Mexico. 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. Mostly, appear in "What happened to Blazin' Squad?" 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. FRET NO MORE. A detailed history, The ending of Sex/Life season 2 explained, Here's what Buzz from Home Alone looks like now. Following the show, Marcel and Gabby were together for almost a year before announcing their split amid reports of infidelity on his part. It features the rap version of "We Just Be Dreamin . It's been almost 20 years since Blazin' Squad were riding high in the UK charts with their debut single Crossroads heading straight for the Number One spot. You may have been watching Love Island this year and thought where do I know that guy from? Kenzie has certainly grown up since his band days, Reepa has ditched his spikes since the '00s. As well as becoming a music mogul writing tracks for the likes of Leona Lewis, Emeli Sande and Professor Green, Strider also now has a wife and a cute baby son too. "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. Blazin Squad rapper Kenzie is ripped these days, Kenzie posed with his ex-girlfriend Jodie Marsh, Mustafa aka Strider now runs a successful production company, James Murray works alongside his former bandmate Mustafa Omer, Lee Bailey who looks unrecognisable has retreated from the limelight, Stuart Baker aka Reepa has a sensible job these days, Ollie Georgiou, aka Freek, opted for a change of career, Spike-E aka Sam Foulkes is said to work in the import/export business, Melo-d has worked as a double glazing specialist. . Heres what Wednesday Addams looks like now! A debut album In The Beginning was also a huge success and they went on to release a further six top ten hits. Their comeback single 'Let's Start Again' peaked at No. He also often shares snaps of him and the band hanging out abroad or in swanky venues (pre-pandemic of course). A new member, Joe-E, was added to the group in a failedattempt to revive interest. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. His corkscrew curls have been ironed out and now Sam Foulkes is all grown up. Rumour has it that Tommy was the one who came up with the idea for the band to Crossroads - leading them to chart success. Stay up-to-date with all the news from the Love Island villa this summer with our regular newsletter. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Blazin' Squad were an English hip hop group. The tricky second album. 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. The year was 2002. Lee's voice is instantly recognisable as he sang the incredibly catchy chorus on the band's number two hit, Flip Reverse. 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. Before lockdown, Tommy worked as a DJ. MC Freek, Rocky B, Melo-d, Reepa, Krazy, Spike-e, Flava . We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. So far he's basically spent the entire time telling people he was in Blazin' Squad. After recording a demo, "Standard Flow," at a nearby . Their representative told The Telegraph: "There are no major plans apart from the band performing a few shows up and down the country". Sam's also taken part in some Blazin Squad reunion tours. Family Life. He has been pretty quiet of late since his solo career, dubbed the Lee Bailey Project, failed to hit the big time. What Blazin' Squad look like now: here's what the 10-piece boyband did next 1 The Mandalorian's Pedro Pascal on season 3 2 Call the Midwife star breaks down season 12 finale 3 Angela Bassett. 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. 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. Sams also taken part in some Blazin Squad reunion tours. Since the good ol' days, Strider has gone on to even bigger and better things than Blazin' Squad (if that's actually possible). Kenzie now shares his luxury lifestyle, wearing designer clothes, and jet setting to Dubai, whilst supporting a rock hard pair of abs. 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). Marcel's busy having a swell time with Gabby, but what ever happened to the rest of the boys? As MC Reepa he is best recognized for having been a member of the rap group Blazin' Squad. Blazin' Squad did consist of Marcel (MC Plat'num), Stuart (MC Reepa), Sam (MC Spike-E) & Chris (MC Melo-D). After Marcel's romance with co-star Gabby Allen came crashing down in a wave of cheating allegations, the star went on to find love with his current girlfriend Rebecca. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. King faced the media after Rovers' last minute defeat to Leigh Leopards on Friday evening. Toukokuussa 2006 ilmoitettiin, ett Rocky-B, Reepa, Spike-E ja Melo-D aikovat uudistua ja esiinty neliosaisena versiona Blazin 'Squadista. 23. Its no surprise that Blazin Squads only DJ is still active in the music career as he still works as a DJ. Assuming it was Marcel. The group went on to achieve further chart success in 2003, with two further top five chart hits. The rapper hilariously tried to keep his. He's pretty unrecognisable these days with cropped hair and a thick beard. He has since returned to the industry but now works as a band manager instead. The optical illusion will leave you stumped as it's asking people to spot the ghost hiding inside the room. Pela Peach Records, eles lanaram seu primeiro single desde a reforma, "All Night Long", em . He was vocal about supporting his pal Marcel when he appeared on the third series of Love Island and proudly declares his membership with the 00s boyband in his Twitter bio. He's since found love with current girlfriend Rebecca Vieira and they welcomed a son together called Roman in 2021. 51 in the UK and basically ended it again. This is false- Corleta Somerville is Rocky B's mum! James and long-term partner Leah Jade Stowell share a son and daughter, and he regularly shares proud snaps of his family on Instagram. Blazin' Squad were an English hip hop group. As well as occasionally performing with other former Blazin' Squad members, Sam works in the import/export industry now. The problem with TikToks Bold Glamour filter, Who has Dua Lipa dated? James Murray stayed close with his bandmate Mustafa Omer (Strider). About Blazin' Squad. They hit the big time back in 2002 but now 15 years has passed and a lot has changed. The Blazin' Squad star often shares his love for Arsenal FC across his social media, and has more recently been sharing how he has been feeling during lockdown. Kenzie dated Katie Price's arch nemesis Jodie Marsh in 2005 - the same year he also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. He is still involved in the music industry, however, as he works as a DJ. This week Reepa gives us the the latest on what Blazin' Squad have been up to. All 10 bandmates met up for drinks once Marcel, now 36, returned to the real world. Blazin' Squad biography and history on AllMusic including birthday, best songs, existing and new album information, and more. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Their comeback single Let's Start Again only peaked at number 51 on the UK Singles Chart and the band went their separate ways soon after. 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. 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. 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. Speaking of plans for a reunion, Chris had previously said: It has to be done in the right way but were not against it. Lee (Krazy) has gone solo and is currently working on his solo album in the US called the 'Lee Bailey project'. 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. To sign up for the Hull Live newsletter, click here. They then stormed the charts with their debut single Crossroads - which reached number one in 2002. Real name Stuart, Reepa loves sprinting when he's not mixing music. The trio released their debut single, "Baby Goodbye" in October 2005. 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. Currently he is still involved in the entertainment industry and works as a music manager for ESG Management. James Murray stayed close with his bandmate Mustafa Omer and performed together as MoJam. The group's split spelled the end of Oliver's music career as he pursued a new profession in corporate banking. 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). He and best band pal Flava formed a songwriting/production team called Mojam, which has been impressively successful. 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. What do Blazin Squad look like now, when was Marcel Somerville on Love Island and what are the lads doing now? Comeback Another member of the band who has had a change in career is Sam Foulkes, aka Spike-E. 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. Sign up to the Hull Live newsletter for daily updates and breaking news. The most office-based of the lot is Reepa,who works as a media manager at the BBC. "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. Also known as Tom Beasley, the former boyband member is still working the decks up and down the country as a DJ. Is that Marcel, from Love Island? "Its [sic] been a lot of fun & we're and looking forward to sharing what we've been working on for 2022. Yes, that's him. Where are Emmerdale's missing Bartons now? While he and Flava had their biggest hit co-writing and co-producing Sam Smith and Naughty Boy's hit La La La. He appeared on ITVs Love Island where he never missed a chance to drop the fact he was one of the Blazin Squad members. Most importantly, Reepa could arguably be the Blazin' Squad member who's experienced the biggest glo up in terms of hotness. Trivia. Blazin' Squad were an English hip hop group. [5] The song was highly re-recorded and hardly contained any lyrics of the original. Read more: 'Simon Cowell is powerful b****** but shouldn't bring back X Factor' says ex star. He's eating ice cream in his Twitter picture though, so he must also enjoy some occasional dessert based snacking. Reepa's spiked hair has now been replaced by luscious long locks instead. Kenzie also claimed Jodie liked to be spanked in the bedroom and revealed he once bought her saucy underwear. But while the miniature gangsters have grown into adult-sizedyuppies, they probably still live by the laws of the street, and we bet they all remember the lyrics to Flip Reverse It, too. Sam is said to work in the import/export industry these days but still does the occasional reunion gig with the Blazin' Squad boys when called for. Lovely jubbly. Having lived it large in the early 2000s with the boys, Tommy now prefers the quieter life and doesn't appear in the showbiz world much anymore. He and partner Bayley Hatson share a daughter. 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. Marcel, 36, is engaged to Rebecca Vieira and they have a beautiful baby boy together called Roman. In May 2014 Kenzie was injured in a "serious car crash", but escaped with injuries. Since the Squad broke up, he's also appeared with some of his old bandmates in nightclubs. Marcel and partner Rebecca are now on MTV Celebrity Bums: Famous and Pregnant. Flava is now seemingly married with two kids. And the Love Island gang were often caught singing Crossroads in between their dating dramas. But what happened after the band split in 2005? Peach Recordsin alla he julkaisivat ensimmisen singlens uudistuksen jlkeen, "All Night Long", keskuussa 2006. Since the good ol' days, Strider has gone on to even bigger and better things than Blazin' Squad. 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. In the band he had a couple of nicknames from Rocky B, to Plat'num B, to Bezzle. Reepa, or Stuart Baker as he's known to colleagues these days, was an original Blazin' Squad member. Over their brief career the lads celebrated two gold records and sold-out arena tours - including a headline set at Wembley. Hooray. Kenzie (James MacKenzie) Doug Peters / Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment Kenzie is. We're assuming that Freek came to a career Crossroads at some point, because his time in Blazin' Squad was actually followed by working in banking, wearing waistcoats and sipping on red wine in Instagram pictures. Here we take a trip down memory lane as we revisit their lives 20 years on from their glory days. He also founded his own label called DillingerGang, but it's not put much out recently. 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