End of an era for chart-topping band behind only Elvis and the Beatles

BRYAN McFadden’s decision to quit Westlife marks the end of an era for a band who have enjoyed five years at the top of the music business and sold over 30 million records.

End of an era for chart-topping band behind only Elvis and the Beatles

With 12 number ones to their name, they are behind only Elvis and The Beatles in the list of all-time chart toppers.

Their first seven singles went straight to number one, breaking a record held by The Beatles, and were the first group to score four number ones in a year.

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