A massively successful boy band, New Kids on the Block emerged in the late '80s combining R&B grooves, infectious pop hooks, and a dynamic, dance-oriented image. Guided by their producer Maurice Starr, the group built upon the popularity of Starr's previous protégé ensemble New Edition, helping lay the groundwork for the teen pop boom of the late '90s. During the New Kids' heyday, the group reportedly earned over one million dollars per week, and their string of hit songs made them one of the era's most commercially prosperous acts.