Sisters' 90s Pop Reign: All Saints Duo Back!

Natalie and Nicole Appleton, who rose to fame in the 1990s as part of the girl group All Saints, are releasing new music as a duo. The sisters, originally from Canada, were raised between Ontario, London, and New York. They joined All Saints in 1996 alongside Shaznay Lewis and Melanie Blatt, achieving significant success with hits like 'Never Ever' and 'Pure Shores.'

Following All Saints' initial disbandment in 2001, Natalie and Nicole released music together under the name Appleton in 2002. The group has since reunited for three further albums. The sisters have maintained a close bond throughout their careers and personal lives, often spending holidays together and supporting each other. Recently, Nicole's son encouraged the sisters to return to the studio.

Their latest single, 'Falling Into You,' marks their continued musical collaboration. Reflecting on their shared childhood in West London, the sisters recall a sense of community and freedom, often playing outside with friends. The All Saints experience was described as a whirlwind, with the pressure leading to the group's hiatus in 2001, but they emphasized it was a temporary break.

Encouraged by Nicole's son, Gene, the sisters are now actively creating new music together. They describe their collaboration as comfortable and natural, highlighting their enduring sisterly bond. Their close relationship is a constant in their lives, with frequent communication about everyday matters, including reality television.

Their formative years in London were spent in a vibrant neighborhood that fostered a strong sense of community. The sisters recall fond memories of playing and working on bikes, and even washing cars for pocket money. Their father’s move from Bow, London, to Canada and subsequent return to England shaped their upbringing, alongside a period living in New York.

Reflecting on their time in All Saints, the sisters emphasized a lack of internal division, noting a shared experience within the group. The magnitude of their success, including global scheduling, was initially surprising. While the 1990s offered lavish opportunities, they diligently worked to repay their advance. Despite occasional uncomfortable interview questions about personal lives, they navigated the whirlwind of fame until the band's eventual pressure-cooker ending in 2001.