This article is from the source 'bbc' and was first published or seen on . It will not be checked again for changes.
You can find the current article at its original source at http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/1/hi/entertainment/8268060.stm
The article has changed 7 times. There is an RSS feed of changes available.
Version 1 | Version 2 |
---|---|
Not my choice to quit says Keisha | |
(about 2 hours later) | |
Former Sugababe Keisha Buchanan has claimed that it was not her decision to leave the successful pop group. | |
Founding member Buchanan has quit to focus on her solo career after 11 years with the trio, according to the band's official website. | |
It comes after media reports speculated on a rift with bandmate Amelle Berrabah, who missed a performance earlier this month. | |
Buchanan, 24, cited "a breakdown in communication" and "lack of trust". | |
Writing on social networking site Twitter, Buchanan said: "Although it was not my choice to leave, it's time to enter a new chapter in my life, I've had a great time and have achieved more then I ever thought I would." | |
Berrabah will stay on with existing member Heidi Range and newcomer, this year's UK Eurovision entrant Jade Ewen. | |
'No arguments' | |
Buchanan added: "Sometimes a breakdown in communication and lack of trust can result in many different things. I would like to state that there were no arguments, bullying or anything of the sort that lead to this. | |
"I have nothing but positive things to say about the girls and I wish them the best of luck." | |
Berrabah recently enjoyed a UK number one single Never Leave You, with urban artist Tinchy Stryder. | |
Buchanan wrote: "Remember my drunk pictures out with Amelle, supporting her on her success with Tinchy Stryder... Oh the shame... | |
"But what a fun night we had, I would also like to point out that I have always supported the girls and they have also supported me." | |
Later in the message, she describes herself as "the feisty, funny, professional, fearless, motormouth". | |
Number ones | Number ones |
The statement on the band's website said of the split: "The current line-up of the Sugababes has disbanded. | |
"Heidi Range and Amelle Berrabah will continue as the Sugababes and will be joined by new member Jade Ewen." | |
It added that their album Sweet 7 would be released on 23 November through Island Records, and that Buchanan would continue to record for the company as a solo artist. | |
Jade Ewen came fifth at this year's Eurovision | |
The group was formed in 1998 by Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy. | The group was formed in 1998 by Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy. |
Heidi Range replaced Donaghy in 2001 and in 2005 Buena was replaced by Berrabah. | Heidi Range replaced Donaghy in 2001 and in 2005 Buena was replaced by Berrabah. |
The Sugababes have enjoyed six UK number one singles, including Freak Like Me and Push the Button. | The Sugababes have enjoyed six UK number one singles, including Freak Like Me and Push the Button. |
But the last 12 months have seen them release the lowest-selling album of their career. | But the last 12 months have seen them release the lowest-selling album of their career. |