Formed in 2012 by actors Tony Oller and Malcolm Kelley, they blended pop with R&B and electronic touches.
For a quick sense of their sound, 'Classic' is the obvious start, but 'Thank You' holds up as a solid later track. Both show their knack for catchy, radio-ready pop.
Their debut single 'Classic' broke through internationally, landing in top 10 charts across several countries. That song, along with tracks like 'Thank You' and 'God Only Knows', gave them a steady presence on playlists even as new material slowed. They also navigated a legal dispute with their former label in 2014, which highlighted the rougher edges of the music business.
MKTO started in 2012 with both members coming from acting roles on shows like Glee and Lost. Their self-titled debut album in 2013 featured hits like 'Classic' and 'Could Be Me', but they've been quieter in recent years. The duo has faced some criticism over how their lyrics portray women, though they've said they aim for empowering songs.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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