Steps are a British dance-pop group featuring Lee Latchford-Evans, Claire Richards, Lisa Scott-Lee, Faye Tozer, and Ian H Watkins. Formed in 1997, the band quickly became known for their catchy pop hits and distinctive dance routines. During their initial run, Steps achieved fourteen consecutive UK top five singles, including two number ones, and sold over 22 million records worldwide. Their albums Gold, The Ultimate Collection, and Platinum Collection all reached number one in the UK. The group originally disbanded in 2001 but has reunited several times, each marked by new albums and successful tours. Their later releases include Tears on the Dancefloor, What the Future Holds, and What the Future Holds Pt 2. Steps are notable for being the first British mixed-gender group with four number one albums across four different decades. The British Phonographic Industry has certified them for over 5 million albums and nearly 5 million singles sold in the UK.