New Edition

USA, 1978–now

American vocal group from Boston, formed by teenagers who took their name to mean a new edition of the Jackson 5. 'Candy Girl' (1983) and the later, harder Heart Break (1988) set the pattern for every boy band and for new jack swing.

MusicRoots documents 1 artist who influenced New Edition and 1 artist New Edition influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced New Edition?

• The Jackson 5 — The group's name means a new edition of the Jackson 5, and they performed the Jackson 5's songs at the talent shows they started in.

Which artists did New Edition influence?

• Jodeci — New Edition is the group Jodeci's own vocal arrangement comes out of, roughened and slowed.