[thanks to Backstreet.Net for this picture] July 16, 1998, 5:15 ET Howie Dorough was the guest in a Yahoo! chat last year. To read the transcript, go here. |
(Howie's words are in grey)
Yahoomc: The Backstreet Boys are gonna be doing FIVE chats total with Yahoo! this summer - from their tour. So it's gonna be a great summer. We're gonna be starting today's Yahoo! cyberchat with THE BACKSTREET BOYS in about 15 minutes!! Great questions - please keep 'em coming! And thanks for joining us here on Yahoo! Chat today.
Yahoomc: Okay - SHOWTIME!!!!!! We're starting!! Hi everyone - welcome to Yahoo!Chat. We're talking to Howie D of The Backstreet Boys!!! The Backstreet Boys launched their first major US tour a week ago and Yahoo!Chat is gonna be catching up with them all summer long live from their tour with FIVE cyberchats! Thanks Howie for joining us here today.
Howie D: Hi! Welcome everybody Look forward to having a good chat with everybody and answering as many questions as we can in the time.. and hopefully have a lot of fun
Yahoomc: Howie - have you ever done a cyberchat before??
Howie D: Yeah,actually I did. A couple of them actually. Over in Europe we did a couple, for MTV we did a couple cyberchats. Lots of fun!
Tracylynn_99 asks: how is your summer tour going?
Sarah_BSBFan asks: Who is opening on your North American tour?
Gummibears4ever asks: Howie, when will you shave???
EDAngel_ asks: How do you put up w/ all those annoying little girls screaming during a concert?
Bella711 asks: when you aren't busy with your music...what do you all like to do in your spare time?
Gmf_19 asks: Do you think there is such a thing as backstreet power?
Nick_Carters_Girlie asks: What is it like to be on tour without seeing your family and all your friends???
WHACKOFREAK asks: Where did you get the idea for the video "Everybody"?
BackstreetBabe0032 asks: Who were your influences in music?
Sarah_BSBFan asks: Is there any individual in the music industry, that you would love to work with?
BSBRule_84 asks: Do you ever let fans backstage after a concert?
Cuddlyangel asks: Has livin' the life of a "backstreet boy" some what changed the relationship between your family and friends back home? - Michelle Corpuz
Chick_cool asks: if you weren't a backstreet boy right now what would you be doing?
Kaos2880 asks: What's the craziest thing one of your fans has done??
Lisa_NC23 asks: What's coming up on your next album?
Nickluver2 asks: What are your guys' fave songs that u perform?
Homeboy_D asks: Do you ever get jealous of each other?
Yahoomc: Howie's computer connection is a wee bit shaky - we're having tech problems - but he'll be booted back up in a second In the meantime, just to let you know - this is the first of FIVE Backstreet Boys cyberchats that Yahoo! is doing this summer! Howie's curious - he'd like to know where you all are from! So just add that to your questions for him, 'kay?? Cool!
Sky_lo asks: Do you have a tatoo??? (Howie)
KayKay8410 asks: Is it true that you are interested in doing a movie?
Wannabe3_hh asks: when you guys disagree on things, who's the peacemaker?
Mandie_and_Janna asks: What's the funniest thing that's happened on this tour so far?
Yahoomc: That's a tough question I guess... - maybe this cyberchat because Howie keeps losing his computer connection! Don't worry - he'll be back. He's been talking to us in the Yahoo! backstage area and he says these are the coolest questions he's ever gotten in a cyberchat! You go, everyone! And he'll be back - in just a second...And let us know - by submitting it in a question form - WHO'S YOUR FAVORITE BACKSTREET BOY!! Let's take a vote. The definitive Yahoo!Chat vote! Let us know !! Howie will be back in a moment...
Yahoomc: Are you voting for your fave Backstreet Boy??? Howie's logging back on - and he says he'd like to know HOW OLD his fans are.. so let us know your ages too, 'kay? and where you live! Cool!! Here's some comments from our audience so far...
Salt_n_lime: I work in a group home for adults with mental challenges, we play your music all the time so everyone can dance, just wanted to let you know you're bringing some joy into there lives *smile*
Sahar_: I just wanted to tell you guys that your concert here in Miami was awesome and I can't wait till you guys come down here again.
BlueEyesBay: Hey, I got to meet you guys in January, and I just wanted to thank you for being so sweet and down to earth, you've made an impression on me that I will never forget, and your music is everything to me. (Stacy, 19, Cali)
bsbgrrlguest_5a032302: i listen to your music all day when i am in my room missing my friends and when i was driving here it keeps me happy
WyVony: I just wanna congratulate you on all your success w/ the group. You deserve it all since you guys work so hard. I have just one suggestion, have more shows in Canada since you guys are sold out all over the country! Luv always, Yvonne/18/BC, Canada!
Destinee009: All I really wanted to say is that I really like the harmony of the music that you make with your voices and I want you to continue to sing together.
Jake_and_the_fat_man: I love the BackStreet Boys there music has a different way to it that makes me love it even more than i already do!
SweetSolar: you guys each have incredible voices and when you put them all together, you can't help but notice how good you guys are. I congradulate all of you for going all the way to the top and becoming role models for some people!!!
BrianLittrelsGirlfriend: i would just like to say that about a month ago i was totally depressed,and when i listened to your music i was real happy and singing along with the music .
Anneliese97: WE'VE GOT IT GOING ON howie as long as you QUIT PLAYING GAMES (WITH MY HEART) but I know you want do that AS LONG AS YOU LOVE ME because EVERYBODY I know likes the backstreet boys!~ All I HAVE TO GIVE we would give to you!~ we'd go ANYWHERE FOR YOU....
SweetHoneyz: You're music has been the inspiration to my life. You're soulful lyrics tickle my heart. I am head-over-heels with enjoyment in your music!!!!! Luv-Ya!
KRYSTALCARTER: I just want to say... that I think you guys are brilliant!! You are such good role models for guys and girls!! I love you.....I started my own band because of you I love you... I am going to your concert on July 15th (august) and just want to say.. ...
Yahoomc: We're still waiting for Howie - but meanwhile let me give you some info about our next Backstreet Boy chat - On Tuesday, July 28 at 6:15 ET/3:15 PT, we'll be talking to some more Backstreet Boys - Circle your calendar -
Yahoomc: Howie's back!
Chat_A_Box asks: Who is the funniest one in your group
Cht7 asks: How do you stay grounded?
Questar36 asks: Is it true you are considering doing a duet with Celine Dion. I'm one of your most devoted fans from Canada!
Vanessa_Brianna asks: Howie, can you tell us some of your most embarrasing moments on stage?
Magdalena84 asks: What's the most frightening thing that has happened to you on tour?
Sahar_ asks: If could have any superpower, what would you chose?
Sahar_ asks: If you could be invisible for a day, where would be the first place you would go?
Kaos2880 asks: What's you wildest fantasy??
Breezy780 asks: Who is the most flirtatious of the group?
Johnny_Rotten17_1998 asks: Where do you picture yourself in ten years?
Hngkngfooy asks: do you see your music going in a different direction in the future? Perhaps less pop?
Ilb123 asks: Hey Howie! This is Terri and Meg from Johnstown, PA and we were just wondering if it ever gets boring being on tour or anything! Bye!
Timdaa asks: who is the shyest member of the bsb?
Mikejwind asks: do you ever get stage fright?
Gmf_19 asks: Which video did you enjoy making the most?
BSB_CRAZY_LUVER asks: how do you fell about being young sex symbols????
Ericadawn15 asks: What is the best thing a girl could do to win your heart?
Reese_K asks: What is the best thing about being a Backstreet Boy?
NikeGrl154 asks: I am really proud of all the accomplishments you all have made, can you believe you have made it this far?
Melissa_sweets_ asks: what's the best advice you could give for people trying to make it in the music world?
Yahoomc: Howie D of the Backstreet Boys- thanks so much for joining us here today.
Yahoomc: You've been the GREATEST audience in the world everyone!! Thanks for sticking it out through all the tech difficulties - Awesome questions! You guys rocked the house! And guess what - this is the first of FIVE cyberchats Yahoo! is doing with the Backstreet Boys this summer - the next Backstreet cyberchat is on July 28 at 6:15 PM ET!! Circle your calendars now - you guys are awesome - and so are The Backstreet Boys!!! And so is Yahoo! The transcript will be up by tomorrow - Thanks again you guys! Good night!