Clique Girlz
American girl group that released one album before disbanding in 2009.
Clique Girlz was an American girl group formed in 2004 by sisters Destinee and Paris Monroe and their childhood friend Ariel Moore. Originally performing as Clique, the group signed with Interscope Records in 2007, changed their name to Clique Girlz, and released their debut album Incredible in Japan in 2008. The group underwent a lineup change in 2009 when Ariel Moore left and was replaced by Sara Diamond, but disbanded later that year when Diamond also left.
- notable_for
- Opening for The Cheetah Girls' One World Tour; performing at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Quick Facts
- Genre
- Pop rock
- Years Active
- 2004–2009
- Label
- Interscope · Universal
- Website
- destineeandparis.com
- Past Members
- Destinee Monroe / Paris Monroe / Ariel Moore / Sara Diamond
- Associated Acts
- Destinee & Paris
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Lore & Background
The group began in 2004 when sisters Destinee and Paris Monroe formed a trio with their school friend Ariel Moore, managed by their mother Lenore. They recorded the song 'Lemonade' for Alex's Lemonade with Rhino Records and opened for acts including the Backstreet Boys, Billy Ray Cyrus, and the Jonas Brothers after Howie D invited them to perform. In 2007 they moved to Hollywood and were signed by Jimmy Iovine to Interscope, changing their name from Clique to Clique Girlz due to a conflict with an existing group. They traveled to Tokyo in March 2008 to work on their debut album Incredible, released in Japan on August 27, 2008, and later opened for The Cheetah Girls' One World Tour in 2009. The group performed at the Fourth of July Philadelphia Fireworks Show, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and events like the Kids Choice Awards, and appeared on The Today Show. In 2009, Ariel Moore left for personal reasons she chose to keep private; auditions were held on January 31, and Sara Diamond joined in late February. Diamond was let go in late April for unknown reasons, and the group disbanded later that year.
Reader's Guide
Clique Girlz represent a brief but notable moment in late-2000s pop, bridging the gap between teen-oriented girl groups and the emerging Disney Channel pop scene. Their debut album Incredible, though only released in Japan, showcased a polished sound that earned them high-profile opening slots and television appearances. The group's rapid lineup changes and short lifespan illustrate the volatility of the music industry for young acts. After disbanding, sisters Destinee and Paris continued as the duo Destinee & Paris, releasing singles like 'True Love' and touring with Britney Spears. The group's legacy is primarily as a stepping stone for the Monroe sisters and as a footnote in the history of Interscope-signed teen pop groups of the era.
Did You Know?
- The group originally performed as Clique before changing their name because another group already used that name.
- They opened for The Cheetah Girls' One World Tour in 2009.
- Ariel Moore left the group in 2009 for personal reasons she chose to keep private.
- Sara Diamond was a member for only a few months in 2009 before being let go for unknown reasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Clique Girlz?
Clique Girlz was an American pop girl group put together in 2004 by sisters Destinee and Paris Monroe along with their childhood friend Ariel Moore. They first performed under the shorter name "Clique" before rebranding after landing a deal with Interscope Records in 2007.
What album did Clique Girlz release?
The group put out one debut studio album called Incredible, which was issued in Japan in 2008. It remains their only full-length record before the project ended.
Why did Clique Girlz disband?
The group fell apart in 2009 after back-to-back departures left them without a stable lineup. Ariel Moore exited and was briefly filled in by Sara Diamond, but Diamond also left shortly after, bringing the project to a close.
What is Clique Girlz known for?
Aside from their single album, the trio gained real-world exposure by opening for The Cheetah Girls' One World Tour and by taking the stage at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Those two high-profile gigs are what most fans remember them for.
Who were the members of Clique Girlz?
The original three were sisters Destinee and Paris Monroe plus their longtime friend Ariel Moore. After Moore's 2009 departure, Sara Diamond stepped in as the final member before the group dissolved.
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