Joey McIntyre: From NKOTB Cutie to Solo Superstar
Today, let’s take a laid-back stroll down memory lane and chat about everyone’s favorite blue-eyed heartthrob from New Kids on the Block – the one and only Joey McIntyre. Buckle up as we dive into the journey of this pop sensation, from his NKOTB days to his solo adventures.
The NKOTB Ride
Alright, rewind to the late ’80s and early ’90s – the era of slap bracelets, neon everything and NKOTB ruling the charts. In the midst of those five talented dudes, there was young Joey McIntyre, stealing hearts left and right. “Hangin’ Tough” and “Step by Step” became our anthems and Joey’s boyish grin was plastered on every teen’s wall.
Joey Goes Solo
Fast forward to the post-NKOTB world in ’94 and what does Joey do? He decides to go solo and we’re here for it. His debut album, “Stay the Same” (1999), was like a warm musical hug. The title track hit us right in the feels, proving that Joey could hold his own in the pop world. The guy was growing up and so were we.