From the sunny shores of St. Pete, Florida, to the height of the “Scream Tour” era, B5 defined a golden age of teen R&B. Originally starting as the TNT Boyz, the group officially became a family affair when the fifth brother joined the fold, transforming a local dance troupe into an r&b powerhouse. For the brothers, Bryan, Kelly, Patrick, Carnell, and Dustin, their bond was never manufactured, but a lifelong chemistry built on shared dreams, mall frenzies, and the infectious energy of a fanbase that grew up right alongside them.
Now, as they navigate a vastly different musical landscape in 2026, B5 is stepping back into the spotlight with a matured sound and a newfound sense of authenticity as they take on as the latest acts on The Millennium Tour: The Boys 4 Life. Their latest project, Still Think About You, serves as a bridge between their soulful roots and their experiences as grown artists. Despite the industry politics that often happen behind the scenes, the brothers have remained a united front, proving that their brotherhood is as resilient as their music. In this candid Q&A, B5 reflects on their legendary beginnings and what the future holds for their “new level” wave.
GU: Let’s take it back ,how did B5 originally come together, and what inspired you to pursue music as a group?
Bryan: Before B5 was a group, my four brothers were called the TNT Boyz, and they were a dancing group that would win a lot of Radio Disney competitions around St. Pete, Florida. When we started getting recognition, we got called out to do showcases, and somebody came up with the idea to add me to the group. That’s when TNT Boyz became B5 officially. I always wanted to pursue music, even when I wasn’t in the group. I was singing and practicing; it was a dream come true because I wanted to join them. It was a full-circle moment for me.
GU: Your cover of “All I Do” became an instant classic. What drew you to that song, and did you expect it to resonate the way it did?
Patrick: The song “All I Do” actually hit us from left field. We were in Florida with Rodney Jerkins recording our first album, and we were already 34 songs in with him. Out of nowhere, he turned around in his chair and said, “I think I got y’all’s first single.” Once he played it, everybody knew instantaneously that that was the record. At the time, we had no idea it was a remake, but we all knew it was a hit the moment we heard it.
GU: Looking back, what do you think set B5 apart from other groups in your era, and how did you maintain your identity in a crowded field?
Dustin: I think what set B5 apart was that we were truly a family, literally brothers who grew up together chasing the same dream. That chemistry can’t be manufactured; people could feel it in our harmonies, in how we performed, and in how we supported each other. Maintaining our identity meant remembering why we started: the love of music, the connection with fans, and the bond we had as brothers. That kept us grounded even when the industry got noisy.
GU: How has it been navigating the industry now as grown artists? What’s different about how you approach music, business, or even each other?
Bryan: I believe that respect for the game goes a long way because it’s not the same structure that it used to be. Now it requires a lot more authenticity from the artist; there’s no hiding in this day and age. You have to show up through and through. My brothers and I grew up in different eras of the music industry; we had to learn how to be dynamic and adjust to the shifts and the changes. Now I just have nothing but love and respect for the game and for those who are succeeding in it.
GU: What’s next for B5? Can we expect more music, a tour, or something completely unexpected?
Carnell: Yes, definitely expect more music starting up in 2026. We just put out another single titled “Drill,” that’s definitely gonna be a banger. Be on the lookout for more music, new level and a new wave B5.