As I have done for their other albums in their respective album threads, here is my review of S Club 7's 3rd studio album 'Sunshine' 1. Don’t Stop Movin’ – 10/10 Kicking off with this towering achievement in 21st century British pop. Built on a driving bassline that’s wrapped in cascading disco strings, brimming with infectious hooks and a soaring pop chorus. Bradley’s vocals lead the verses with raw energy, balanced perfectly with Jo’s beautiful vocals on the bridge and pre-chorus. Resulting in an absolute masterpiece of pop music and has rightfully become their biggest and most well-known hit. 2. Show Me Your Colours – 10/10 A softer and gentler track driven by some wonderful vocals and excellent vocal harmonies. With it’s slick and highly polished production set against some warm strings and acoustic guitars, this is an excellent number that should have been a single. 3. You – 9/10 Fun, catchy, bouncy and sugary sweet little pop song that’s brimming with the retro pastiche cloth as some of their previous singles and while this doesn’t really tread any new ground, it’s still a joyful little number that’s backed by a delightful bass arrangement which highlights the group’s playful harmonies perfectly. 4. Have You Ever – 10/10 Slowing down the pace now with this stunning sweeping ballad with gorgeous yet subtle hooks and gentle production. Driven by delicate piano chords, acoustic guitars and Jo’s powerhouse vocals, this is a firm classic S Club 7 ballad and one of their finest releases. 5. Good Times – 8/10 A wonderfully warm and mellow pop track where Paul takes on lead vocals and delivers one of his finest vocal performances. A nice chilled out moment, but it’s an album track only, but a solid one at that. 6. Boy Like You – 7/10 A lighter synth heavy track with solid vocals, catchy hooks and a nice bassline. The production does feel dated when compared to the previous tracks, but it’s a nice album filler moment. 7. Sunshine – 8/10 The title track is a breezy mid-tempo slice of acoustic pop with a nice summery vibe to it. Jon handles the lead vocals effortlessly and fully leans into the catchy vibe of the song, and the production has a nice relaxed and organic feel to it. 8. Dance, Dance, Dance – 6/10 A high octane Europop/club track with heavy pulsating beats and an energetic tone that feels like a companion piece of sorts to ‘Don’t Stop Movin’, although no where near as catchy or good. Standard bubblegum pop filler. 9. It’s Alright – 8/10 An incredibly bouncy and infectious up-tempo bop that leans heavily into a slick disco groove. Punchy horns and a funky bassline, it gives the entire group a chance to harmonize together brilliantly. 10. Stronger – 10/10 A dramatic and moodier mid-tempo track that gives Tina a rare and well-deserved moment to shine vocally. Driven by a Latin-infused guitar arrangement and a darker sonic texture that showcases the group’s maturity and it’s catchy as hell. Again, this could have made for a great single. 11. Right Guy – 6/10 This track opens with Spanish guitar before leaning heavily into early 00’s UK R&B beats. Bradley’s vocals are stellar on this, but the song lacks that distinct punch and sonic identity of the group’s bigger hits. Pleasant but forgettable. 12. Summertime Feeling – 9/10 A brilliant, laid-back bop that cleverly samples Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Everywhere’ in the chorus to give it that extra punch. This perfectly captures that warm, nostalgic vibe of summer and makes for a great standout on this album. 13. I Will Find You – 5/10 A mellow and watered down R&B ballad with dated production and melody that doesn’t quite stand out. This is definitely the weakest moment on here. 14. Never Had a Dream Come True – 10/10 Ending the album with an almighty bang (despite featuring on the re-release of their last album “7”), it makes a welcomed addition on here. This is the group’s finest ballad and a true masterpiece of pop balladry with its tender guitars, stirring strings and sweeping orchestral production where Jo’s vocals soar beautifully over its entirety. An immaculate curtain call to the group’s best album.

Great review Nina. I think the track listing isn't quite the optimal order. I would probably put Spiritual Love higher up & move Love Train & Colour of Blue toward the end.

Here's my review for S Club 7's second studio album "7". (Note that I left off 'Never Had a Dream Come True' and will review that on the 'Sunshine' album). 1. Reach – 10/10 This is the definitive S Club 7 anthem, an ultimate pop anthem of empowerment and self-belief. Boasting a Motown infused bassline, blaring horns, uplifting production and a euphoric chorus that soars across the track. A flawless and timeless album opener that perfectly sets the tone. 2. Natural – 10/10 A bold, smooth and sultry R&B pop number that shows a more mature and sophisticated side to the group. Driven by a slick bassline, smooth production and breathy lead vocals from Rachel Stevens. A firm highlight on here and stands as one of the coolest numbers they’ve ever recorded. 3. I’ll Keep Waiting – 7/10 This solid little number experiments heavily with a fusion of R&B pop beats and light reggae inflections that gives the track a nice calming groove. The rhythms and flow is decent, but the melody doesn’t quite stand out in the way that the previous tracks do. 4. Bring the House Down – 10/10 Bringing the party vibe back up with this fun, upbeat and infectious pop track. This perfectly showcases the album’s slicker production and leans into a heavy disco funk groove, catchy beats, driving bassline and of course an explosive chorus. This should have been a single. 5. Best Friend – 5/10 This is a rather middling mid-tempo filler track with cheesy lyrics and bland bubblegum pop production that makes it feel dated and a step back for the group. This perhaps would have better served as a B-side. 6. All in Love is Fair – 6/10 A nice enough effort that sees the group delve into 90’s American contemporary R&B pop complete with syncopated beats but feels too dated and cheesy for it to fully standout. Thankfully Jo’s lead vocals hold it together. 7. Love Train – 9/10 A fun, vibrant fast paced Motown flavoured pop track with live brass, horns and a great driving rhythm. Paul’s vocals sound fantastic here and the soaring arrangements injects some much-needed life back into this album. 8. Cross My Heart – 8/10 Another stunning track. Backed by an impressive live string arrangement. gorgeous melodies and excellent vocals that breathes life into the production. 9. The Colour of Blue – 7/10 A glittering, upbeat synth pop track that sounds heavily inspired by the 1980’s. It does feel a little lightweight and doesn’t quite stand out amongst the killer tracks on here, but it’s harmless and catchy enough to not skip past it. 10. I’ll Be There – 8/10 A pleasant and breezy mid-tempo track with a nice laid-back groove and tight vocal harmonies. A solid album track. 11. Stand By You – 9/10 A sweet, sincere mid-tempo pop anthem with a simple yet effective structure that shows a lighter side to the group. Hannah and Tina’s vocals sound great here, and the chorus has a wholesome yet undeniably vibe to it. 12. Spiritual Love – 8/10 A slick and sophisticated mid-tempo R&B pop track with steady drumbeats, elegant grooves and gorgeous vocals that gives the track a nice romantic vibe. An underrated gem on here that along with the previous track was wrongfully taken off.

@JosephStyles. Do you still have that S Club website you created a few years ago?

Here's my track by track review of their debut album (I've also done one for 'Seeing Double' in the justice for 'SD' thread) 1. Bring It All Back – 10/10 The band’s debut single and what a way to kick off the album with this undeniably catchy pop anthem. Driven by a bouncy bass arrangement, highly infectious melodies and a euphoric chorus that shines bright and perfectly setting the tone for not only this album, but for their entire sparkling careers. 2. You’re Ny Number One – 9/10 Featuring a fun retro 60’s pastiche sound, swinging rhythms and a joyful chorus that soars above the entire production. Incredibly charming, sweet, catchy and wholesome. A fun pop song that highlights their vocal harmonies effectively well. 3. Two in a Million – 10/10 A stunningly mellow and glowing mid-tempo pop ballad that showcases a lighter and more vulnerable side of the group. Awash with shimmering orchestral-tinged production and melodies that glide effortlessly throughout Jo’s stunning lead vocal. One of their most beautiful and underrated ballads of their careers. 4. S Club Party – 10/10 One of their many signature hits that not only acts as an introduction to the group, but it is also a brilliant pop song and a banging party anthem to boot. With its energetic production, addictive beats and catchy hooks this is an undeniable pop masterpiece for the ages. 5. Everybody Wants Ya – 6/10 This does feel a little generic when compared to the first 4 tracks, but it’s likeable and catchy enough to keep the momentum going. A fun and cute little album filler moment. 6. Viva La Fiesta – 7/10 A campy and upbeat moment on the album packed with energetic acoustic guitars, horns, party chants and a fun Latin pop flavour that feels very much of its time. 7. Gonna Change the World – 8/10 A warm and nice mid-tempo offering that gives the boys a time to shine vocally. Fuelled by an uplifting gospel inspired production and acoustic guitars, this offers a nice change of pace for the album. 8. I Really Miss You – 8/10 Another nice ballad where this time it’s led by the girls’ vocals. A pleasant and well produced track with tight harmonies and a gentle swaying sound. 9. Friday Night – 9/10 Fun, bouncy and brimming with energy. This is a solid standout moment on here that benefits from slick beats, funky disco bassline and catchy grooves. 10. It’s a Feel-Good Thing – 7/10 A Hyper-energetic and fast paced bubblegum pop song that’s brimming with joy and life. Not groundbreaking in the least, but it’s a nice moment that injects some life into the latter half of the album. 11. Hope for the Future – 8/10 This is a stunning album closer with a nice slow build to a dramatic chorus and theatrical melodies wrapped in gorgeous strings. This acts perfectly as an album closer and a curtain call to their first era.

Where does the time go? Christmas 1999, I got this along with Steps - Steptacular B*Witched - Awake & Breathe Geri Halliwell - Schizophonic Lolly - My First Album My sister also bought me Pokemon: The First Movie Soundtrack for Christmas that year. What a Christmas! What memories!

27 years, blimey! I remember getting the album with my Christmas money the year it came out, first album I ever brought 😍

27 years! https://www.instagram.com/p/DeFHT_QoEKp/

Here's my track by track review for the album Alive - 9/10 Solid disco-tinged dance pop track that provides a strong opening for the album and sets the tone perfectly. However, when compared to their previous it does feel a little to close to ‘Don’t Stop Movin’, but as a track on here, it’s a firm highlight. Whole Lotta Nothin’ - 8/10 Slick R&B pop number with smooth harmonies and solid melodies. Love Ain’t Gonna Wait for You - 10/10 Brilliant track and one of the album’s strongest standouts. The throbbing beats, the disco strings, electro bassline, and unrelenting production captures that classic S Club 7 sound perfectly yet with a more mature edge. Bittersweet – 6/10 A sultry R&B pop track with slinky beats and rich vocal layering but doesn’t do that much for me to be honest and finds that it just kinda blends into the background. Straight From the Heart – 7/10 Solid mid-tempo pop track with soft beats that showcases the group’s vocal interplay. Gangsta Love – 5/10 An interesting and earnest attempt at an urban flavoured sound. Doesn’t really work for me though and its definitely one of the weaker moments on here. Who Do You Think You Are – 9/10 Thankfully this album gets back on track with this catchy club ready track. The driving bassline, catchy chorus, and stellar production make this one of the finest numbers on here. Do It Till We Drop – 8/10 Funky, catchy, and fast paced dance pop. This has a great high tempo energy running throughout it. Hey Kitty Kitty – 7/10 Playful, quirky, and quite modern. A fun electro pop number that shows an interesting side to the group. Not sure if it quite fits on here though, but still good though. Dance – 10/10 One of my personal faves on here and this could have easily been a single. The stripped back beats, electronic groove, and stylish robotic production give this a mature energy for the group. Secret Love – 5/10 Smooth and romantic mid-tempo pop track that offers a nice breath of fresh air to the previous uptempo numbers but doesn’t really stand out and feels more like a filler moment. The Greatest – 7/10 Anthemic and emotionally soaring with mature vocal control. Solid little number. In Too Deep – 6/10 A sleek and atmospheric album cut that showcases the boy’s vocals nicely and keeps the momentum steadily going until the next number. Let Me Sleep – 10/10 The perfect closer (on the standard edition). Gentle, dreamy, bittersweet, and utterly captivating mid-tempo ballad that builds beautifully into a sweeping chorus. One of the group’s finest efforts and could have made an incredible single instead of a stunning hidden gem in their discography.

An underappreciated and underrated album from them for sure. It would be my second or third favourite of theirs.

Sadly as a 10/11 year old who was yet to get his first paper round in order to earn his own money Also being a middle child of 7 from a family that didnt really have a lot of money, i very rarely got cds, vhs etc outside of christmas so my knowledge of S club albums mostly came from the tv series, and them being repeated constantly on Cbbc (however Viva S club didnt get a fraction of the repeats as the other 3 series) Outside of the 2 singles and the Sunny D Promotional Hey kitty kitty CD i dodnt really discover it properly until years later That being said it is definitely an underrated album that would of easily given them more longevity if they pushed it but we all know they were basically just biding time to get the movie out so they could split due to exhaustion

World of S Club has been sharing some classic Seeing Double era performances in a mission to finally convince S Club's team to release a vinyl of their final album! https://www.instagram.com/p/DdY43RnxHiM/ How familiar are you with Seeing Double? Did its poor chart performance taint it for you? Let's revisit what I believe is their most mature record, and certainly one of the most underrated pop albums I've heard!

By the looks of it, it'll be produced by Louis Theroux's production company rather than being something he fronts.

Couple of unseen photos of Jon from the EastEnders stint!

Got a thing for their cover of Stevie wonders Lately atm , just because not heard it in ages

Right now ill take it we are pretty starved of S club content so any breadcrumb will do would be interesting to hear hannahs side

Rumoured for a while, I thought I'd make a thread for this as the previous articles would suggest this "tell-all" documentary is happening, and they're hoping Hannah will take part, particularly to discuss her departure following Paul's passing. Would you be interested in a "tell-all" S Club documentary, particularly now they're not managed by Simon Fuller?

Nice to hear that Hannah is doing well right now. I never knew she had tattoos.

Hannah's posted a few Instagram posts this week of family life, nice to hear from her in some capacity! https://www.instagram.com/p/DcDTedquFpc/

Would be hilarious if they actually rebranded to that but id say they are probably allowed to keep it because its literally just a letter

The S in S Club stands for Simon Fuller. Now they're just 'Club' 😔

This was basically known a while back but now seems official, with confirmation of their new manager being Craig Logan, formerly of Bros! Article from The Sun: Certainly a sign that they have future plans together, and I think it's for the best to have some fresh blood on the team now, could perhaps have done with it a bit sooner!

Bring It All Back has the advantage of being the Miami 7 theme tune, and Miami 7 was quite popular globally so I expect it has bigger numbers outside the UK than Reach does!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ2s57tOf6V/ Hoping that's a tour tease...!!