Even when your band or musical group seems to have it all—multiple chart-topping singles, worldwide acclaim, shelves stacked with awards—the desire to let your own star shine can overtake it all. For ...

In the 2000s, pop music experienced a big resurgence. These are three pop stars who found new life as solo artists in the ...

Breaking away from a successful band is a gamble, especially in the modern music industry. But for some artists, going solo unlocked a new level of fame, creative freedom, and commercial success. From ...

Stacker determined 20 of the most successful solo artists who were also a member of a band, using data from the Recording Industry Association of America and Billboard.

While it has been a couple years since Blackpink last toured the US, things have changed pretty dramatically for the members. All four have solidified themselves as solo artists in the interim, to ...

Some of your favorite R&B stars didn't start off solo — they earned their stripes in iconic groups before stepping into the spotlight alone. From Motown legends to 2000s hitmakers to current ...

Sometimes you have to follow the muse. As an artist, you must be willing to do what it takes for the work. At first, it may seem like a certain band is the right environment for your creativity. But ...

Despite decades of band culture, new research suggests that the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll may be over. Queen. Blondie. Culture Club. Nirvana. Guns N’ Roses. Van Halen. Wham! For those of a certain ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeff Benjamin is a New York-based writer covering global pop music. With the conclusion of BLACKPINK’s record-shattering Born Pink ...

Without a hugely popular HBO vacation-murder show to lean on, Jennie of Blackpink arguably had the harder job of her band’s two solo shows this weekend. So it’s huge credit to her that she absolutely ...