New World was a British pop group active in the early 1970s. Known for their folk-pop style and harmony vocals, the trio consisted of members John Kane, Mel Noonan, and John Lee. Their most significant contribution to music history is their 1971 hit single "Tom-Tom Turnaround," which was written by the iconic songwriting duo Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman. New World's music was characterized by catchy melodies, simple acoustic arrangements, and a distinctive focus on lyrical storytelling.