Taylor Hanson, the keyboardist and vocalist for his band Hanson, celebrated his 43rd birthday on Saturday.
Taylor Hanson, the keyboardist and vocalist for the band Hanson, turned 43 on Saturday. Hanson rose to fame in the late 1990s with their hit song “MMMBop” and have since released 11 studio albums, with their most recent being “Red Green Blue” in 2022. The band continues to tour and record under their own independent label, 3CG Records.
Why it matters
Hanson’s success in the 1990s and their continued relevance in the music industry over the past three decades highlights the enduring appeal of their catchy pop sound and the loyalty of their dedicated fan base. As the band restructures their fan club, it marks the end of an era for their most devoted followers.
The details
Hanson, consisting of brothers Isaac, Taylor and Zac, formed their rock band in 1992 and have since sold over 16 million records worldwide. In addition to their hit song “MMMBop,” the band has had three top 20 albums in the US and eight top 40 singles in the UK. Hanson now records under their own independent label, 3CG Records, and recently went on their Underneath Complete Tour in 2024.
- Taylor Hanson was born on March 14, 1983, in Jenks, Oklahoma.
- Hanson’s debut album “Middle of Nowhere,” featuring “MMMBop,” was released in 1997.
- Hanson’s most recent album “Red Green Blue” was released in 2022.
- Hanson went on their Underneath Complete Tour in 2024.
- Hanson.net paid memberships will be ending at the end of March 2026 after 25 years.
The players
Taylor Hanson
The keyboardist and vocalist for the band Hanson, who rose to fame in the late 1990s with their hit song “MMMBop.”
Isaac Hanson
One of the three brothers who formed the band Hanson in 1992.
Zac Hanson
One of the three brothers who formed the band Hanson in 1992.
Hanson
A rock band formed in 1992 by brothers Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson, known for their hit song “MMMBop” and 11 studio albums.
3CG Records
The independent record label that Hanson records under.
What’s next
Hanson.net paid memberships will be coming to an end at the end of March 2026 after 25 years, with the website remaining active as a free, public-facing news and information site for the group.
The takeaway
Hanson’s enduring popularity and success over the past three decades, despite changes in the music industry, demonstrates the power of their catchy pop sound and dedicated fan base. As the band restructures their fan club, it marks the end of an era for their most devoted followers, but also signals their continued evolution and commitment to their independent spirit.