Backstreet Bastards

Backstreet Boys Tell Label Contract Is Void

Attorneys for Backstreet Boys have sent a letter to Jive Records founder Clive Calder, claiming the label is in breach of contract and, therefore, the multi-platinum act is no longer on the label.

The legal action follows the similarly surprising announcement that 'N Sync intends to move from RCA to Jive, which is also home to Britney Spears. As reported by Billboard's Melinda Newman, Backstreet Boys were understood to be upset by the prospect of 'N Sync joining them on the Jive roster. The Boys reportedly left their management company last year in part because their managers represented 'N Sync as well.

While acknowledging that the group is upset about 'N Sync's move to Jive, that is not the only reason for Backstreet Boys' discontent, according to a source. "They're tired of being exploited. Their unhappiness [with the label] is rooted in their feeling of betrayal and deceit," says the source.

Jive and Backstreet Boys' management company declined to comment.

Backstreet Boys latest set, "Millennium," is certified for sales of 7 million copies by the RIAA. This week, the album is No. 2 on The Billboard 200.

-- Melinda Newman, L.A.

Honestly, that is the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard. So they're all 'friends' right? Suuuuure they are. Then shouldn't friends learn to share and share alike? I guess the spotlight is something that's only made for one group. My message to the Backstreet Boys? Pull your fingers out of your ass and stop crying about it.

Why the worry boys?? Wasn't it Nick that said he didn't feel they were even on the same level as N Sync because they'd been together longer? Looks like the only reason they are at a different level is because BSB's inflated egos floated off the ground awhile back.

Let's just say I wouldn't be surprised if AJ's next hair color is green...with envy.

Thrust Me Home Before I TOO Change Green with JEALOUSY!