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The story of New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) and their breakthrough album Hangin' Tough is a classic "second chance" tale of resilience. After their self-titled debut failed to make an impact, the group— and Jonathan Knight , Joey McIntyre , Donnie Wahlberg , and Danny Wood —were nearly dropped by their label. The Turning Point: 1988–1989
In 1988, producer Maurice Starr crafted Hangin' Tough to give the group a "tougher" image that would appeal to a broader audience. The strategy worked, and by late 1989, they were a global phenomenon. new_kids_on_the_block_hanging_tough
The song "Hangin' Tough" became the first #1 single of the 1990s in the UK and topped charts in Ireland, Australia, and Canada. Legacy and Reunion The story of New Kids on the Block