Backstreet Boys Plan Early 2004 Studio Return
With pop rivals 'N Sync at least temporarily out of the picture, the Backstreet Boys are planning a reunion. Although not the reason for the comeback, the return will be easier without major competition on the pop market.
Apparently, since their last release, Black and Blue in 2000, the super group has had troubles with record label Zomba Records. Their attorney said the band was being held 'hostage' by the label over a dispute. So the fourth album that should have come out this year is expected to make an appearance in 2004. Since the dispute, the record company has been sold to major label BMG.
As well, an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show sparked encouragement and enthusiasm to reunite. Band member Kevin Richardson said after the taping of the show the members had not been together in more than six months and it felt right again. Oprah had invited A.J. McLean to talk about his recovery from alcohol abuse and surprised him by inviting the rest of the group on stage. McLean, Richardson, Nick Carter, Brian Littrell and Howie Dorough plan to return to studio to begin recording in January.
During their break, every member except Richardson was pursuing a solo music career although none have made it as big as 'N Sync star Justin Timberlake. Richardson has been starring in live theatrical productions of 'Chicago.'
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