Obviously I was incredibly fond of [One Direction] and had a good relationship with them and their team. We had the support of [manager] Richard Griffiths in buying into the idea that we’re going to be three singles deep before we release the album, and he’s going to go around the world three times and try to touch those fans. Niall is really a unique young man, who’s developed a great relationship with the whole company. He’s beloved at this label.
Niall Horan has emerged as the standout star of One Direction with three hit singles having already charted even before his album is released. To what do you credit his success?










