Artist description They are so close, that they can read each other's thoughts and finish each other's sentences. But when it comes to singing, Stacy Ferguson, Stefanie Ridel, and Renee Sandstrom of Wild Orchid are even tighter. One of the best female vocal trios in the business, Wild Orchid are back with FIRE the group's first new album since 1998's OxygenÅ  and whether or not they title their next album Earth or Water, one thing is clear: Stacy, Stefanie, and Renee understand the elements of music.

Music Style Soul, Rhythmic Top 40, Pop

Musical Influences En Vogue, Ms. Janet Jackson, Madonna, Jackson Five

Similar Artists En Vogue, Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, Madonna, Mariah Carey

Artist History The trio worked with a variety of A-list writers/producers on FIRE, including Oliver Lieber, Robbie Neville, 3AM and Sweden's Epicenter. Most excitingly, they teamed with long-time friend JC Chasez of 'NSYNC, who wrote and produced "Just Another Girl", "U Knew", "Lies² (B-side to the single Stuttering), and the title track "Fire". "This was the first time JC has produced another artist," notes Renee, "It was great for us to work with a vocalist because he could sing to us what he was looking for." As down to earth as all three may be during down time, when it is showtime, they deliver big time. "FIRE is about our spirit and our energy," says Stacy. Uptempo tracks like "Stuttering² (the first single) produced and written by the production team 3 AM, "Simon Says", "Do Me Right" and ³It's All Your Fault" contrast with ballads like "It's Only Your Love," "One Moment," and the optimistic "Little Bit Of Lovin¹." "World Without You," one of the album's most adventurous tracks, is a sultry meditation on the meaning of connection.

Group Members Stacy Ferguson, Stefanie Ridel, and Renee Sandstrom

Location City Of Industry, California - USA

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