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September 30, 2003 - Backstreet Boys star Kevin Richardson was recently featured on Britain's GmTV. Check out video captures from the appearance here.

September 30, 2003 - Anonymous writes "Forever Rebel has video clips of Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter's appearance on todays 'The Wade Robson Project' episode. You can find the link to the clips here."

September 28, 2003 - elgato writes "While in Japan, Backstreet Boys star Howie Dorough did a 5-minute interview about the BRATZ dolls, for whom he and Japanese artist BoA did a song and video. Howie said his purpose for doing the BoA/BRATZ collaboration was to get his name out their and promote the product at the same time. Also in the interview, Howie talked about his upcoming solo album. He said it has a Latin vibe, and he's looking forward to letting people get to see him as an individual. And he updated on the status of the Backstreet Boys. He mentioned how he just met up with AJ McLean and Nick Carter in Orlando, Florida to shoot a Popstars episode. He said they discussed a time frame for the new group album that would give each of them ample time to complete their solo projects. Next year, they'll "get the ball rolling." He concluded by thanking the fans and saying that BSB "had an absolutely great decade together and look forward to many, many more years of coming up with new music. Watch the interview here."

September 28, 2003 - elgato writes "Backstreet Boys stars AJ McLean, Nick Carter, and Howie Dorough were featured guests on the German reality TV show Popstars. During the various segments, several contestants were interviewed and professed their love for BSB, especially AJ. AJ was asked what he thought about the whole music contestant show idea. He basically said that they definately have a chance, as long as they're having fun; all the contestants beat thousands of kids to make the final 16, so it's a big deal. Later, the Boys sat down with the contestants giving them advice and signing autographs. AJ said the experience was "cool" and "fun." Download this video (labeled as 8.03popstars2.wmv) from BackstreetDirt."

September 26, 2003 - wild and free on the Backstreet Boys forum at LiveDaily.com met Kevin Richardson after his performance in 'Chicago' in London. She writes, "After the show we decided to wait by the stage door as there weren't many people there. Eventually he came out and took pics with everyone that was there which I thought was really sweet. The stage door was opposite a bar so people were coming out to get pics and autos lol!! I maged to speak to him again and thanked him for taking the time to sign before the show. He asked if I enjoyed it. I just said 'stupid question!!' and he grinned! Then he got in his car and went." Read more and check out pictures here.

September 26, 2003 - Anonymous writes "Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean has organized an event for his Johnny No Name foundation. On Friday, September 26, 2003, at Timbercreek High School in Orlando, Florida, the original Titans will tell their inspiring story and answer your questions. You will also have the chance to see the Disney movie "Remember the Titans" and enjoy all you can eat pizza for $5." Read more.

September 24, 2003 - Globe Photos has pictures of Backstreet Boys star Kevin Richardson has he and his 'Chicago' castmates take their show to England. Check out the pictures here.

September 24, 2003 - elgato writes "More photos of Backstreet Boys stars Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, and AJ McLean on the German show Popstars have surfaced. You can see the guys arriving, discussing the show, meeting and greeting the contestants, and signing autographs. Check out over 45 scans/photos/captures at the BackstreetDirtForums."

September 24, 2003 - elgato writes "Kevin Richardson is in Europe for the next eight weeks to perform the Broadway musical 'Chicago' in London. He's making his way around various TV appearances. On Friday the 26th, the Backstreet Boys star will appear on the show Entertainment Today (part of GMTV). Also that day, he'll be performing on GMTV. Sometime this week, he'll appear live on MTV's TRL UK. Kevin's already appeared on the show T4. He talked about the Backstreet Boys, working in theater, and more. Read a brief transcript at the BackstreetDirtForums."

September 23, 2003 - Look for Backstreet Boys star Kevin Richardson on the UK edition of TRL this week.

September 23, 2003 - BSBfanatic935 writes "Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter makes an appearance as a judge on the quarter-finals on 'The Wade Robson Show'. Nick's episodes will air on September 29th and 30th, and October 1st. The show airs on MTV at 4 pm and repeats every night at 11 pm."

September 23, 2003 - elgato writes "According to MTV.com, "Backstreet Boy Kevin Richardson, along with Keith McGuffey, is composing the original soundtrack for a CGI animated film called "The Spirit Bear." The film, about the journey of a bear cub, is currently in preproduction and is being targeted for a spring 2006 release date." So the soundtrack will likely come out around that time as well."

September 23, 2003 - elgato writes "Kevin Richardson is making his way around the UK to promote his 'Chicago' run in London which kicks off soon. According to Radio 1, Kevin will be doing the play for eight weeks. Furthermore, he says that "the Backstreet Boys are still together and they could be back in the studio soon." Read more."

September 21, 2003 - elgato writes "Yesenia from the Official JoJoOnTheRadio Yahoo Group met Nick Carter and Justin Guarini at the Hollywood premiere of Beyonce and Cuba Gooding, Jr.'s new movie 'The Fighting Temptations.' The girl posted, "Oh my god - I went to 'The Fighting Temptations' premiere tonight, and one of the first people to arrive was Nick Carter, and I was the only one that noticed him at first, so I started screaming for him, then everybody else starts screaming. He kept turning around and like giving piece signs and blowing kisses to the crowd. It was crazy I had definitely got his attention cause when he would turn around he'd look towards my way right. Well after screaming for what seems to be forever, we finally had stop cause he was doing interviews with everybody, so I figured he wasn't gonna come to us cause he didnt take pictures with us at JoJos in-studio. So like 45 mins later... he runs across and goes straight to me and shakes my hand and he's all nice to meet you baby..." Read her full account here."

September 21, 2003 - Beyonce Knowles of Destiny's Child, Dionne Warwick, Faith Evans, 'American Idol' Justin Guarini, Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys, Zane, MC Lyte, Montell Jordan, Nick Cannon and Angie Stone were in attendance for the World Premiere of 'The Fighting Temptations' on Wednesday (September 17) at Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood, California. Check out pictures here.

September 21, 2003 - elgato writes "According to spiritbearyouth.org, a feature length CGI animated movie, entitled 'The Spirit Bear' is being produced by Melwood Pictures who have assembled a team responsible for such classics as the Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, and The Little Mermaid. Backstreet Boy Kevin Richardson and Keith McGuffey will write and orchestrate the original soundtrack. But unlike other animated classics, 'The Spirit Bear' will be the first film with a philanthropic mission - made with the specific purpose to help protect its namesake and to create a legacy foundation that, over time, it is hoped, will be among the most effective foundations in the world. Read more."

September 19, 2003 - elgato writes "Shaqtacular VIII kicks off Saturday, September 20th in Santa Monica, California from 12 to 5pm. This year's hosts are Backstreet Boys star Howie Dorough and his sister Pollyanna, Boys II Men, Jessica Simpson, comedian George Lopez, and Method Man. Shaqtacular is Los Angeles Lakers star Shaqille O'Neal's annual charity benefit that "supports mentoring and educational programs and services for over 25,000 youth annually is always a sold out event each year. 2,000 invited guests (including Hollywood's and sport's biggest & brightest stars) enjoy a myriad of entertainment; carnival games; interactive activities; Southern California's finest and ''fun-est" restaurants, foods & beverages; gifts & prizes and a world-class concert featuring an ecletic lineup of: comedians & personalities: pop, R&B, rock, rap recording artists and an all-star list of celebrity presenters." Get more info on the event here."

September 17, 2003 - elgato writes "In the latest issue of InRock Magazine, Backstreet Boys star Howie Dorough answered some questions about the group and their solo projects. He said, AJ is "fine and sober. I'm very proud of him." AJ and Nick Carter met Howie in Orlando recently to celebrate his birthday. They discussed ideas for the next group album. Howie's album is meant to fill the void until the next group album comes out; he expects his album to come out this year. He also said some of the other Backstreet Boys may appear on each other's respective solo albums. For example, while in Orlando, Nick added some stuff to one of Howie's songs. AJ did too. So there's a good chance they'll appear on each other's albums. When asked about how much longer the group will remain a group, Howie responded by saying that they decided to take a break to do solo things but they'll work together from now on, and rest will be an asset to the group in the long run. Read more."

September 17, 2003 - elgato writes "Backstreet Boys AJ McLean, Howie Dorough, and Nick Carter were guests on Germany's Popstars show recently. Download the commercial featuring the guys promoting the episode here."

September 17, 2003 - Backstreet Boys stars AJ McLean, Howie Dorough, and Nick Carter were recently in the Germany's Pop Stars. Check out more scans at JustBackstreet.net.

September 16, 2003 - Aaron Carter pretended to land a punch on boxing champion Mike Tyson's chin as Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys looked on as the trio met with reporters outside the gates to singer Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch in Los Olivos, California on Saturday (September 13). News cameras were not permitted inside the event. Jackson opened up his home to the public for the first time at a daylong charity celebration costing $5000 per person with each guest receiving a $1000 goody bag with the proceeds assisting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Check out the pictures from Yahoo.

September 16, 2003 - elgato writes "Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys and his brother Aaron Carter were guests at the Neverland Ranch which Michael Jackson opened to the public for the first time. Ashanti, Mike Tyson, and Pink were also in attendance. According to Entertainment Tonight, "At around 9 p.m., Michael appeared to the delight of his guests, which included additional radio listeners courtesy of KIIS-FM. After the pop icon spoke about his commitment to children's charities, things reportedly got silly. Brothers Nick and Aaron joined Michael onstage and presented him with a birthday cake (he turned 45 in August), which he purportedly threw into Aaron's face, starting a food fight. Shortly after, he was rushed from the stage by security." On Monday's episode of Entertainment Tonight, Nick was interviewed and he stated that Michael personally invited both Aaron and himself to the event. Read more."

September 16, 2003 - elgato writes "The New York Post reported that Nick Carter would be working with PM Dawn for his new album. Nick and the guys in PM Dawn chatted at the Canal. PM Dawn is a pop/R&B/hip hop/spiritual group, comprised of Prince Be and DJ Minute Mix. They are known for their hit songs 'Set Adrift on Memory Bliss' (the song the Backstreet Boys remade on their first U.S. album) and 'I'd Die Without You' (the song from the movie Boomerang)."

September 16, 2003 - elgato writes "In an interview for andPOP.com, Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter said his up-tempo will be pop/rock and dance, mid-tempo will be Backstreet-esque, and low-tempo will be R&B. Nick said his album 'Now or Never' has gained him a lot of respect from other artists like Tommy Lee, who will probably play drums on the album. Nick also said the album will be jam-packed with the likes of Rodney and Fred Jerkins, Teddy Riley of Blackstreet, and possibly Elton John. He guarantees that this album will be hot, and declares that he's "out for blood this time." Halfway through the interview, Nick's brother Aaron Carter pops up. Watch the video here."

September 15, 2003 - popnicklover writes "Boymostlikely.com has posted pictures of Backstreet Boys members Nick Carter, AJ McLean, and Howie Dorough chillin' in Orlando, Florida together. Check them out here."

September 14, 2003 - elgato writes "Various people at BoyMostLikely.com reported, "Nick Carter, AJ McLean, and Howie Dorough will be appearing on the German version of Popstars, a TV show where they hold auditions to make a pop group. The German winners went to Orlando -- the Mecca of boybands, clearly -- and met Nick, AJ and Howie as a part of their trip. The show will be on the German cable channel PRO7 on September 22. I can't think of the last time we saw Nick, AJ, and Howie together, whee! ...okay, Nick's House of Blues LA show. But I can't think of the last time before that, whee!" Check out a scan from the tapings featuring the three Backstreet Boys here."

September 14, 2003 - elgatto writes "Download Backstreet Boys star Howie Dorough featured in a song called 'Show Me What You Got' exclusively here."

September 12, 2003 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter was on hand at a party celebrating the grand opening of the new nightclub, The Canal Room in New York City on Tuesday (September 9). Check out pictures from LFI.

September 12, 2003 - Craig Kilborn joked during his Late Late Show monologue on Wednesday night, "A record company is suing a 12-year-old girl for downloading over 100 songs by the Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC ... hasn’t the girl already suffered enough?"

September 12, 2003 - elgato writes "According to KGUN 9 News in Arizona, Kelly Gardnar, a mother in Tucson, is very upset over a song that was listened to by her kid. The song was Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter's 'Payback' and came on a compilation CD in General Mills cereal boxes, along with songs by people like Aaron Carter, Britney Spears, *NSYNC, and others. In the song, Nick sings "...you stupid motherfu**er... Payback!" The mother was shocked to hear her 9 year old daughter Aubrey singing the same line. And yes, she did say the f-word. Kelly is complaining to the Food and Drug Administration, claiming that this material is inappropriate for kids. Read more."

September 12, 2003 - Anonymous writes "JustBackstreet.net have more photos from the launch party for the new fragrances FCUK Him and FCUK Her, where Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter was in attendance. Check them out here."

September 11, 2003 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter was on hand for the launch party for the new fragrances FCUK HIM and FCUK HER on Tuesday (September 9) at LQ in New York City. Check out pictures from WireImage.

September 11, 2003 - elgato writes "A few weeks ago, Nick Carter was presented with the StarShrine Award from StarShrine Magazine. He also did a short interview for them. The Backstreet Boys star said his new album will be toned down a little, while 'Now or Never' was full of experimenting. Nick said that most artists experiment behind the scenes and he just experimented in front of everyone. He also talked about how he and Tommy Lee have been doing lots of writing and whatnot. The StarShrine rep asked him about his piercings. He said he got both nipples pierced. She asked him for pictures and he said that fans will get them soon enough. For the award, Nick thanked his fans for supporting him through these tough times (this is probably a reference to the Jane and Bob Carter situation). Download the interview at Boymostlikely.com."

September 10, 2003 - elgato writes "A writer for Tennessean.com spotted Backstreet Boys star Brian Littrell at The Palm on September 4th. Brian was there having lunch with Terry Hemmings, President and CEO of Provident Music Group. Apparently Brian is looking to put his solo album out on a Christian label and not on Jive Records, the label his group has had trouble with. Jordan Kellar, Brian's lawyer, said, "He grew up singing in churches, at weddings and funerals. This is where his true musical love is. Brian always has expressed a spirituality in Backstreet Boys' album liner notes and through other venues, so this will be no surprise to many fans." Provident Music Group houses artists like Michael W. Smith, Jars of Clay, Third Day, and Joy Williams. A few months ago, MTV News reported that some of the artists appearing on Brian's Gospel album were R&B singer Monica and Provident's own Michael W. Smith. Read more."

September 10, 2003 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter will begin recording his new solo album in two weeks, he said in an interview with andPOP.com. He will be going back to his roots and performing more pop music, and hopes to work with Elton John. Carter also weighed in on working with former Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee. "I've got a lot of respect from people like Tommy," Carter said. "Tommy is probably going to be playing some drums on the record with me." Read more.

September 10, 2003 - AiRMERiCAxAO writes "At a recent event, Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys was sporting the long blonde hair. Now, however, he has finally cut it. It is indeed back to the 2001 days. Check out a picture of him, a fan and his brother Aaron Carter here."

September 9, 2003 - Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys and his brother Aaron Carter launched Hasbro's new 'Twister Moves' game on Sunday (September 7) at Toy's "R" Us Times Square in New York City. Check out pictures from GlobePhotos, WireImage, and BackstreetDirt.

September 9, 2003 - Sal Cinquemani of slant magazine reviewed the debut effort from 98 Degrees star Nick Lachey, giving 'SoulO' 2 out of 5 stars. He writes, "Nick Lachey’s solo debut, the unfortunately-titled 'SoulO', is nowhere near as embarrassing as Nick Carter's 'Now Or Never', but Mr. Jessica Simpson is no JT (and he's certainly no Ricky Martin, which is probably a more appropriate point of comparison). Like Carter, Lachey seems stuck in another decade." Read more.

September 9, 2003 - elgato writes "Nick and Aaron Carter appeared on Fox News in the middle of Manhattan to promote the new game Twister Moves. Nick talked about Aaron, the Backstreet Boys, and the game. Aaron talked about Nick and the game. Then the anchors got Nick to dance a little to show how the game works. He was reluctant at first but then gave in. You can hear the remix of 'She Wants Me' in the background (this is a song done by Nick and Aaron that comes with the game). Download the video here."

September 9, 2003 - elgato writes "Backstreet Boys fans know that Kevin Richardson has always been interested in producing. He produced an entire album for Krystal Harris and is now working with many West Coast artists. So it wasn't a surprise when Kevin and friend/producer Marcus Siskind gathered $2 million to purchased the Blue Jay Recording Studio in Carlisle. On September 3rd, it opened. According to the Boston Globe, those present for the opening were of course Kevin and Marcus, but also "a slew of music industry types including Sony recording artist Rachel Loy (she recently signed with the label), Boston native Dre Robinson (a rap artist Siskind just signed), DJ/producer Clinton Sparks, and former Cars keyboardist Greg Hawkes." Read more."

September 8, 2003 - elgato writes "Fans from the Backstreet Boys Forum at LiveDaily.com are rejoicing at the news that Nick Carter has finally cut his hair. Since the Now or Never tour, he's been growing it out long and covering it up with a bandana. Today, fans got word that Nick (along with Aaron) headed up to Toronto for Hilary Duff's birthday party. That's probably not the reason he cut his hair. Nick and Aaron will shoot the video for 'She Wants Me' while in Toronto. THAT is probably why he cut his hair. Anyway, fans who've spotted Nick in Toronto say that his new haircut is like the way it was when the Backstreet Boys did VH1's 'Men Strike Back.' Take a look at this photo to see what Nick may look like now here."

September 8, 2003 - elgato writes "On Wednesday (September 3), right after appearing on Boston's Jam'n 94.5 and Star 93.7, Kevin Richardson of the Backstreet Boys attended the grand re-opening of his new studio in Carlisle. Kevin and producer Marcus Siskind bought the studio and are opening it to the public. Check out pictures from the event at WireImage."

September 8, 2003 - elgato writes "A few weeks ago, rumors surfaced about Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys 'Punking' the executive producer of his new album, Tommy Lee. Well, now on Tommy Lee's website is a list of Tommy's upcoming appearances. It says: "Tommy will be on a Fox show in November called "The Ortega's". He'll also be on the upcoming Sharon Osbourne show as well as an episode of MTV's 'Punk'd'!.. Stay tuned for exact air dates.." So it looks like this rumor is true."

September 7, 2003 - elgato writes "On Wednesday (September 3) Kevin Richardson of the Backstreet Boys made an in-studio appearance on Boston radio station Star 93.7 for the Ralphie and Karen Morning Show. After that, he headed over to Boston's hip hop station Jam'n 94.5 and did an 18 minute in-studio interview there. Check out the photos from both appearances at the Backstreet Dirt Forums located here."

September 5, 2003 - Anonymous writes "On Tuesday, Backstreet Boys star Kevin Richardson visited the Boston radio staion JAM'N 94.5 in Boston. Listen to the interview here."

September 5, 2003 - Psychic John Edwards was on Last Call with Carson Daly and was briefly asked about his work with the Backstreet Boys, though it was mainly used as a joke for Carson to criticize the fall in the boy band's popularity. Read on for a transcript.

September 4, 2003 - popdirt-rocks writes "Ashley, the webmaster of Angel Carter's website Angelcarter.org, says that the whole family is gathering in New York this weekend for the boat races."

September 4, 2003 - elgato writes "Kevin Richardson did an in-studio interview for Boston's hip hop station Jam'n 94.5. Benji Is Hot from the Backstreet Boys forum at LiveDaily.com summarized the interview." Read more.

September 4, 2003 - elgato writes "Roxy from the Backstreet Dirt Yahoo Group says, "I wanted to let you know that i was at that taping and i was literally just FEET away from nick and he was talking the WHOLE TIME lol...laughing and telling stories mostly, but he did get asked about the Boys and his new album and whatnot. there was a lot of stuff going on around me, but i distinctly heard him say 'there was a meeting with Jive just recently' then he grinned all big and was like 'so yeah, everything's looking good. or better at least.' not sure what that means, and that may be a pointless piece of gossip lol but yeah, he said that. and apparently he nly owns one pair of pants (those cutoff army ones), one pair of shoes (the adidas he traded his converse in for) and a few sweaters (one of which we've seen once already on American Juniors). oh yeah, and he also forgot that hair can get CUT cuz it was LOOONNNGGG lol." I'm not sure if he was talking about the Backstreet Boys situation with Jive or his own. Probably the latter, seeing as how Jive is taking interest in his collaborations with Tommy Lee and Nick will be appearing on MTV's Punk'd, The Wade Robson Project, and Girl Makes Band."

September 4, 2003 - elgato writes "According to BoyMostLikely.com, Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter will be promoting powerboat racing on the Regis and Kelly show this Friday. The site says, "Nick will be taking Regis and Kelly out on a Superboat this Friday to promote the sport. Whether this segment will air live or be recorded and shown later is unclear at this stage. It was apparently said two weeks ago on the show that Nick would be co-hosting on September 5 (which is Friday), but the show's website doesn't mention Nick at all. We do know from Marc (Nick's racing bud) that Nick's definitely taking Regis and Kelly out, so it could be worth watching/taping on Friday just in case.""

September 3, 2003 - elgato writes "Many fans have wondered when exactly Kevin Richardson would be performing 'Chicago' in London at the Adelphi Theatre. Well, LondonTheatre.co.uk has now announced, "Kevin Richardson , a member of the internationally acclaimed pop group Backstreet Boys, will be making his West End stage debut. He will play the role (Billy Flynn), in which he played on Broadway, for 6 weeks only to 1 Nov 03." He starts on September 22nd. Get ticket information here."

September 3, 2003 - elgato writes "Howie Dorough, Natalie Cole, Julio Iglesias Jr., and Carlos Ponce have been added to the list of presenters for the Latin Grammys. The Black Eyed Peas will join Juanes on stage for a duet. As announced previously, other presenters include Jessica Alba, JC Chasez, Daisy Fuentes, Juan Luis Guerra, Adam Rodriguez, Rosalyn Sanchez, Tyrese, and Sofia Vergara. Comedian George Lopez will host the show which airs September 3rd at 9pm on CBS. Get more info here."

September 3, 2003 - elgato writes "Handle_WithCare from the Backstreet Boys forum at LiveDaily.com says, "Yeah baby we did it! Nick's video is THE most requested video on MTV Latin America, as you all know, it all started when Jive wasn't planning on releasing 'I Got You' in Latin America even though Nick's previous videos had all been very succesful and had all reached #1, but thanks to all the emails fans sent to MTV, Jive agreed to release the video and now its #1. So now that the Latin American VMA's are so close I'm sure Nick will get invited like last year. Nick beat such artists as Audioslave, Linkin Park, Good Charlotte, Evanescence, Simple Plan, Avril Lavigne, Christina Aguilera, etc.""

September 3, 2003 - Anonymous writes "Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter and his brother Aaron Carter will be attending Hilary Duff's charity birthday party on September 7. The party is in the evening in Toronto, so how that jibes with Nick going to the New York races on the same day is unclear. Information on the party is apparently on hilaryduff.com under 'Charity'. Tickets are available to the general public, as I understand it, but they aren't cheap. Click here to read more about where the event will be held and how to purchase tickets."

September 2, 2003 - elgato writes "Crazy4_BSB_Bone from the Backstreet Boys Forum at LiveDaily.com summarized Howie Dorough's appearance on Japanese radio from August 26th." Read more.

September 2, 2003 - elgato writes "Gotta Pee Now from the Backstreet Boys forum at LiveDaily.com says, "Just wanted to let you all know I heard that Nick was punking Tommy Lee on the new season. I cant wait to see that. They taped it a few weeks ago." Tommy Lee is producing Nick Carter's second solo album, due out early next year. Anyone who's seen Punk'd knows that in order to Punk someone, you have to get Punk'd first. So fans are speculating that maybe Kevin Richardson Punks Nick as well, enabling Nick to Punk Tommy Lee. The new season of Punk'd airs on MTV in October."

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