Before making their name as solo artists in the music industry, a number of singers have risen to prominence as members of popular boy bands or vocal groups.
- April 23, 2023
AceShowbiz - Gwen Stefani rose to prominence as a member of No Doubt, which she formed with her brother Eric Stefani and John Spence. With other musicians on the instruments, the band released their self-titled debut album in 1992, but it wasn't until their 1995's single "Just a Girl" that they achieved mainstream commercial success. While Eric left the band to work in animation full time before their breakthrough, Gwen remained on the group.
Eric continued to contribute to No Doubt though, with their biggest hit "Don't Speak" (1996) being co-written by Gwen and her brother. When No Doubt was on a hiatus, Gwen released her debut solo album "Love. Angel. Music. Baby." in 2004. The album's third single "Hollaback Girl" became her first U.S. No. 1 single, with her other hits including "Rich Girl", "Wind It Up" and "The Sweet Escape" ft. Akon.
