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.

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.