For The Y2K: 10 Best Forgotten Girl Groups From The New Millennium
There’s no question that the late ’90s was a great era for rising girl groups. From TLC and Spice Girls, to Destiny’s Child and SWV, this time saw a bevy of talented girls who dominated the Pop and R&B genres. Once this music generation slipped into the New Millennium, the girl group scene exploded! Ladies from all around the world wanted to have their shot at musical fame, yet there were many who fell under the radar.
This list — which is in definitive order — highlights some of the most underrated and truly forgotten girl groups of the early/mid-2000s who definitely deserve a secured spot on any nostalgic playlist!
10. JS
Kicking off this list is JS. The Johnson Sisters may have had a short-lived career, but it was entertaining nonetheless. After singing backup for artists like Ronald Isley and Robin Thicke, Kim Johnson was introduced to R. Kelly who decided to create an R&B duo along with her sister, Kandy (who was married to Mr. Isley — but that’s another story). Their best (and only) single, “Ice Cream,” is very catchy, sexy and actually shows off the girls’ vocal talent. Too bad this wasn’t enough to propel them into major popularity — JS only lasted about a year.
9. Isyss
This next girl group hails from sunny Los Angeles and had a decent ride in the urban music community, thanks to the support of BET and major radio stations. Comprised of LeTecia Harrison, Ardena Clark, La’Myia Good (Meagan Good‘s older sister) and Quierra Davis-Martin, ISYSS made their debut in 2002 with their first (and only) album The Way We Do. Songs like “Day & Night” featuring Jadakiss and the female fan favorite “Single For The Rest Of My Life” were on moderate rotation on the radio and on television. Unfortunately, the group was dropped from Arista Records due to poor album sales.
8. No Secrets
Next up is No Secrets! Their career may have only last about three years, but their singles are truly underrated pop gems. This Los Angeles-based girl group, who totally used their California charm in their tunes, debuted in 2002 with “Kids In America” — which appeared on the soundtrack for Nickelodeon’s Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius film. How’s that for double the pleasure, double the nostalgia?
