There seems to be a new brand of Boy Bands out there right now, and they have come with a bang! One Direction, consisting of UK natives
Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson has struck it big in the music industry. After their individual defeats on the hit show The X Factor, they grouped up and faired a lot better. So good, that they made it to third place in the competition. Now, they are releasing new music, a new album, and prepared to hit the USA.
These guys have been successful in gaining international fame just like populard bands such as N'Sync, Jonas Brothers and Backstreet Boys. Everybody seems to be paying attention to them, and this has struck me as interesting. I heard their first single, "What Makes You Beautiful", which has already reached #1 in the UK. It is very good. Very up beat, and makes you want to join in with everyone else and jump with the music. Sadly for US fans, they have to wait until the end of March to get their hands on their upcoming album "Up All Night".
Still not sure of their popularity? Well to help you realize, take a look at their Twitter. They have gained over a million loyal followers...and growing! And on their Youtube channel, their single has recieved 36 million views with Youtube and Facebook endorsing it! Talk about a good start to a first album.
Still not convinced? Then you should hear the song for yourself. You can take a listen and watch the video
here.
They have become so popular, that it seems that anyone that gets to meet them becomes a target of some jealous fans. A report says that fans who were invited on stage with the band were victims of a hate campaign. This has lead to the band being banned from brining fans up on stage again. Hate messages included "I think you're pathetic", and "You're kinda rat-faced", as well as, "You’re not even pretty, why did Harry choose you?” And even the girlfriend of one of the band members recieved death threats. To read more on this, you can go
here.
And then some...interesting news popped up when it was discovered that band member Zayn was caught doing a naked dance in his home by his housekeeper. Louis described the incident, saying "It was hilarious. Zayn had his radio on full blast and was dancing around to Night Fever totally naked when his cleaner walked in on him. She walked in on him fully naked, properly giving it some! But the funny thing is, she didn't say, 'Sorry' and walk straight out. No, she said 'Sorry', glanced down and just stared. She was pretty shocked. She gasped and said 'Sorry, sorry' a few times and only then did she leave - Zayn kinda yelled too!" You can read that full article
here.
So it is apprent that they are a growing popular band. They have great music out, and more on the way, they have a popular video that is growing with views by the day. But at the same time their every move is being watched by fans and fighting each other for a little bit of the "One Direction Action." But I think they are going to do real well, and I wish them the best in their upcoming ventures!
Haven't followed One Direction yet? Go ahead and follow! @
onedirection
So what do you think of this band? To you like them or hate them? Post your thoughts and spread the word!
-Tyler
It is only the beginning of 2012, and people are already hyping about some of the best pop artists that could make it their year. Some include Adele, the most popular artist of the year for 2011, One Direction, who is making a huge impact in the UK, and on their way to the states soon, Delta Goodrem , whose anticipated 4th album is due out this year, and Katy Perry, who had 6 #1 singles for one album. 
All of these artists have qualities that could make them great. So I thought I would poll everyone on who they thought would win. So VOTE NOW! No requirements to vote, and you can vote multiple times. Make sure to spread the word to people so they know to vote as well, and you are welcome to comment on the progress of the poll. Let's go ahead and make the closing date January 21st. So start voting!!