The book will be available on May 20th
With more than 60 million albums sold worldwide, multiple Grammy, American Music, Billboard, and MTV Awards wins and nominations, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, few groups have reached heights of mainstream success comparable to Philly R&B legends Boyz II Men. With their soulful songs and complex vocal harmonies rooted in the great Black musical traditions of doo-wop and jazz, the group has been an ambassador for R&B music for the last three decades.
In Boyz II Men 40th Anniversary Celebration, music journalist John Morrison delves into the band’s origins—from their beginning in high school and their earliest influences—to their biggest successes in the ’80s and ’90s, to their continued achievements today and the lasting legacy they’ve left in the boy-band canon. Along the way, readers will also explore the creation of Boyz II Men’s biggest hits, such as “End of the Road” and “Motownphilly;” the fan culture that built up around the band, from the small gigs and mall tours of their earliest years to their national anthem performance in 2022 and tour and album plans for their anniversary year in 2025; Boyz II Men’s influences, from R&B to a cappella, and their place in a boy-band history that begins with the Jackson 5 and continues in the modern day with bands like One Direction and BTS; and the lasting legacy of a band proudly celebrating their fortieth anniversary.
The book features interviews with Babyface, additional musicians, and music historians.
With stunning photographs and recollections from fans throughout, fans can relive their most precious memories of their favorite crossover band and learn about hidden gems and new tidbits from famous friends and collaborators. This is far from the end of the road for this groundbreaking group, and this book is the perfect companion to your everlasting love for “Nate, Mike, Shawn, and Wan!”
