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Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter Managing Rock Band
BIK Signed to Carter's N-Control Management
Start Tour January 15
NEW YORK--(ENTERTAINMENT WIRE)--Jan. 15, 2001--Nick Carter is one-fifth of the world's biggest pop group and from today, he adds the title ``manager'' to his credentials. Carter has signed rock group BIK to his management company N-Control Management. BIK are a five-piece alternative rock band from Tampa, Florida, who are about to launch their first solo tour.
Carter has always been vocal about his preference for rock music. Now he is combining his affinity to rock music with his experience in the industry to launch BIK's career. Carter says, ``I am really looking forward to helping these guys get to where they want to go. They have the talent, and the drive. I believe together, we will be able to create something really cool that everyone will love.''
BIK formed in early 2000 as Born Into Kaos. The group comprises Redd (Frank Prevatte) on vocals, BP (Brent Pongetti ) on guitar, James Granell on bass, Lane Smith on drums and newest member DJ Promo, as DJ/rapper. BIK have been working, with Carter's guidance, writing songs and recording a demo. Guitarist, BP says, ``People should know that (Nick)'s into rock, and that he's not just living in a pop bubble.'' Lead singer Redd adds ``It's cool having someone our age that knows about music, is so involved in us, and wants to help us grow.''
BIK leave Monday, January 15, on their first solo tour. They will be playing one-off dates supporting Fuel and Buckcherry. The mini-tour ends in New York on January 24, where they will showcase for several major labels who have been eager to see BIK perform live.
Carter has partnered with NY-based management company Jelly Baby Group, who will be co-managing BIK and handling all day-to-day management of the group, thus allowing Carter to dedicate time to his other career, being a member of the Backstreet Boys.
BIK Tour Dates:
Contact:
Jelly Baby Group
Nina Bueti/Polsia Ryder, 212/675-1448
bikmail@aol.com
