3.09.04
Bryan Quits
=> Puts Family First

The end of one era....the beginning of the next? It's all up to the fans...

The rumors struck the internet like a whirlwind, like nothing ever seen before. The UK awoke to this massive headline. 14 hours later, it was confirmed. Bryan was indeed leaving Westlife for good, saying he wanted to spend more time with his family. Fans were shocked and disappointed. The group said the tour and album will go on.

Talk with other Westlife fans in the forum
Editorial: The "new" Westlife

3/10/04

The Sun article: Internal strife?
Westlife to tour South America, be in Las Vegas (US)

3/09/04

Westlife's official statement
The Sun article
BBC article
Secret of Westlife's Success? - Talent
USA Today article

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Sligo councillor Rosaleen O'Grady says there will be huge sadness in Sligo if Westlife split up 28k audio
Listen to the excerpt of Westlife member Kian Egan who says Bryan McFadden will be sorely missed 28k audio
Sinéad Crowley explains Westlife will continue as a four-piece band 28k audio
Sinéad Crowley reports on the announcement of McFadden's departure from the band 56k video
Sinéad Crowley looks back at the career of Bryan McFadden in one of Ireland's most successful bands 56k video