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July 26, 2004 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter and Alania Alexander performed with friends at Highland Grounds Night Club in Hollywood, California on Thursday (July 22). Carter, fresh off his breakup with Paris Hilton, mugged for cameras with his arm around Alexander -- and a group of other girls as well. Check out pictures from GlobePhotos.

July 26, 2004 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter ended his romance with Paris Hilton on Thursday, Carter told People magazine. "This is the time of my life," he explained. "I'm back in the studio ready to go on tour with the guys (Backstreet Boys). I want to be free to date other people and I got tired of all the rumors" of trouble in the relationship. Hilton's reps could not immediately be reached for comment. Read more (requires AOL or People subscription).

July 26, 2004 - USA Today music writer Ken Barnes took part in a Q&A with readers on Tuesday, and was asked what was the word on the new Backstreet Boys CD. "I don't know, 'indifference'," Barnes quipped. "That's a pretty descriptive word. Seriously, if it actually comes together, I can't imagine there will be much interest in it beyond a certain Hanson-like curiosity from longtime fans." Barnes also fielded questions on Ashlee Simpson, Jessica Simpson, and Britney Spears. Check out the entire transcript here.

July 26, 2004 - Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys and his girlfriend Paris Hilton were photographed leaving the nightclub Spider Bar in Hollywood, California on Friday (July 16). Check out pictures from MavrixPhoto.

July 19, 2004 - Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean was spotted walking with a galpal in Malibu, California the other day. Check out pictures from Clasos.

July 19, 2004 - The National Enquirer reports that Debra Lafave, the sexy blonde teacher whose scandalous relationship with a 14-year-old student has shocked America, has another surprising secret in her past -- she dated Backstreet Boy Nick Carter. "Nick was almost a year older than Debbie and even then he was something special," a friend revealed. "He didn't go to East Bay High, but everybody knew who he was because his singing career with the Backstreet Boys was starting to go places. He and Debbie were together all spring and through the summer of '95 whenever he was in town. They were always holding hands, kissing and whispering to one another. I have no doubt that they were intimate." Read more.

July 19, 2004 - bsbfanatic935 writes "A concert will be held in Los Angeles on Spetember 11th, 2004 that will hosted by Howie and the other members of the Backstreet Boys. It will benefit The Dorough Lupus Foundation (founded by Howie) and 911 For Kids. Other stars like Jessica Simpson, Blue County, Kathy Ireland, Tim Brown will be joining the event. For more information on ticket sales, click here."

July 12, 2004 - Aftonbladet reports that Nick Carter and Paris Hilton were victim of an anti-American verbal attack from a Yogoslav man while shopping at a 7-11 in Stockholm, Sweden the other night. Inside the store a man came up to Nick and introduced himself. He immediately started going on about Paris, called her a whore and said that he doesn't like Americans, said the store-worker David Rashid. After Nick started arguing with the man, Paris was scared and ran out to their black Mercedes. The discussion between Nick and the man had turned very loud and heated so the bodyguard Kent grabbed stepped in between and escorted Nick out to the car. Read more.

July 12, 2004 - Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys is apparently as faithful to Paris Hilton as she is to him. The New York Post reports that the singer had a sweet tooth for the buxom babe serving Lee's ice cream outside the PlayStation 2 House in the Hamptons last weekend. Carter was successful in getting the busty blonde's phone number while Paris wasn't looking, and later tried unsuccessfully to arrange a late-night rendezvous.

July 12, 2004 - Paris Hilton and her boyfriend Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys were photographed leaving Restaurant East in Stockholm after having had a romantic dinner on Tuesday (July 6). The couple will be spending a week in the Swedish capitol where Carter is working on his solo album. Check out pictures from Abaca.

July 12, 2004 - Ryan Seacrest had the editor of Us Weekly magazone on 'On Air' and asked him about Paris Hilton being engaged to Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys and whether it was true or false. The editor said, "False, however there is a question if she'll be allowed to wear white at her wedding in the future."

July 12, 2004 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter was on hand for the launch party of girlfriend Paris Hilton's new record label Heiress Records on Friday (July 2) at the PS2 Estate in Bridgehampton, New York. Check out pictures here.

July 12, 2004 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter is losing the respect of his Coldwater Canyon neighbors thanks to wild galpal Paris Hilton, reports Billy Masters of Filth2go.com. Hilton has been speeding through the neighborhood in her Hummer and throwing fast food containers out the window.

July 12, 2004 - Paris Hilton spoke with Aftonbladet along with her boyfriend Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys, hinting she'd like to take their relationship to the ultimate step. "This is a love vacation. We will stay here for a week. Now I am only waiting for him to propose," Paris said. Nick replied, "Propose? Who knows? Maybe? We’ve been together for soon eight months." Read more.

July 12, 2004 - Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter and girlfriend Paris Hilton tell Aftonbladet that they want to buy an apartment in Stockholm, Sweden. "I'm in love with Stockholm. I really love this city," Paris said. Nick added, "We are planning next year to buy a place here. Where? We're planning to buy an apartment downtown. We prefer the city to a house out in the country." Read more.

July 12, 2004 - Ashanti, Farnsworth Bentley, Irv Gotti, Janice Combs, Lennox Lewis, Lizzie Grubman, Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter, Paris Hilton, Russell Simmons, and Steve Stoute were amongst those on hand for Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs' 6th Annual White Party on Sunday (July 4) at the PS2 Estate in Bridgehampton, New York. Check out pictures here.

July 6, 2004 - The New York Daily News' Jo Piazza and Joanna Molloy eyed Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter and Paris Hilton bickering at a party in Bridgehampton given by Jay-Z at the PlayStation 2 Estate on Saturday to launch his sneaker. The couple were still sparring when they arrived at Star Room in Wainscott on Monday at 2 a.m. after Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs' infamous White Party. But their arguing did momentarily die down when they spotted photographers, then they suddenly turned lovey-dovey. Read more.

July 6, 2004 - Denise McLean, mother of Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean, posted an update on her official website on Wednesday (June 30), revealing that the Boys have finished recording their new album. "Alex, Kevin and Brian played golf at the Healthy Heart Foundation tournament this past weekend and according to fans had a blast," she wrote. "They mingled a lot with the crowd and a friend told me that they showed my son's friend a baby picture of him and he laughed out loud. A good time was had by all. As far as I know at this point they are on a little time off after having finished recording the album. Now comes the hard part of putting a tour together and rehearsing to get it all perfected. Alex is looking forward to touring again and greeting his fans at each event. All the boys have been working hard with personal trainers to get back into tip top shape for the upcoming rigorous schedule. I am excited as well and when I find out what the first single might be I will let you know."

July 2, 2004 - elghato writes "Brian Littrell, Kevin Richardson, and A.J. McLean participated in Brian's annual Healthy Heart Club golf tournament and auction last week in Franklin, Tennessee. Check out photos from the event here."

July 2, 2004 - elghato writes "A few days ago, Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys held his annual Healthy Heart Club charity golf tournament. Those in attendance got a surprise gift as the group's manager Johnny Wright, Backstreet Boys AJ McLean and Kevin Richardson, and Brian's son Baylee were also in attendance. Fans all noted that Brian made an effort to spend time with all in attendance. AJ was extremely goofy and kept everyone laughing. Kevin brought the Southern charm. Johnny told fans about what he's setting up for the group in terms of touring, singles, appearances, etc. Near the end of the event, a few fans suddenly heard clips of new BSB music. They turned around and saw Kevin in his car, playing new tracks just for them including "Moving On" (penned by Howie, also the a capella song the group performed at Zootopia and Wango Tango), "Beautiful Woman" (the track that leaked), and Never Gone (a song Kevin wrote about his father who died of cancer). Read more including what fans had to say about the tracks Kevin played them as well as personal reviews of HHC 2004 here."

July 2, 2004 - elghato writes "CosmoGirl Magazine caught up with the Backstreet Boys and learned what fans can expect from the guys on the new album. AJ says, "We're taking it back to basics. This is for the fans enjoying just us five - together. We're not talking about the 'I love you, you love me, goo-goo, gee-gee, ga-ga' stuff. For me, this is my first album totally sober. We've really matured.""

July 2, 2004 - elghato writes "A girl from the Backstreet Boys forum at LiveDaily.com met AJ McLean a few weeks ago at The Grove. She asked him about the group album and he said, "It's coming along really good. We have about 4 more songs left to record. We should be done by the end of summer. We're going to tour in Europe first in the fall, and then were going to hit the U.S." Read more."

July 2, 2004 - Anonymous writes "As the Backstreet Boys get closer to releasing their new single, more and more is being revealed about their future plans. The group's official website now reads: "THE BACKSTREET BOYS ARE BACK! BSB fans get ready! There is a brand new album in the works that will be ready to hit shelves later this year. Though the musical direction has shifted with the times, you can definitely expect to hear a classic BSB album with great vocals and great choruses! Brian, Kevin, Nick, Howie and AJ have been hard at work in the studio for the past several months. The album will include a new track from hitmaker Max Martin and the first single will likely hit the airwaves later this summer! The Boys are back with original manager Johnny Wright and are in incredible spirits! They can't wait to see all of their fans again, so get ready! Keep it locked to thebackstreetboys.com for all the latest on The Backstreet Boys! An expanded site will re-launch soon, so stay tuned!" Read more."

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