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The rise and rise of Harry Styles: how did the former boyband member become the biggest name in pop?

By Liz Giuffre, Senior Lecturer in Communication, University of Technology Sydney

You’ve probably heard the name Harry Styles. He is the current “real big thing” in popular music.

But how did a former boy band star become such a huge musician and award-winning artist in his own right – and does he deserve all the breathless praise?

The hype began in 2010 as a member of mega group One Direction. Paul McCartney gave them his blessing as they clearly tapped…

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