Are Their Days Numbered?

First Page - Previous - Next - Last - Add Entry - Other Topics - Message Boards - Exit Page 14 of 50 Submitted by Jade Alysa from Calgary Alberta Canada Date: Mon Jan 24 19:32:38 2000 All I have to say is the Backstreet Boys aren't just a "kids" group anymore, my mom bought their new cd. Adults like them as much as kids do. I've liked the group for four years now, I don't think I'm just going to grow out of their music, maybe people that like them for their sex appeal but true fans of their music will grow with them. They are very talented and will be big for years to come. That's all I have to say!:o) Submitted by C. Goyette BSN RN from Sylvester Georgia USA Date: Fri Jan 21 22:28:15 2000 Everyone always has a different opinion about what music is best, which bands will last, and who will make their mark on the history of misic in general. I don't know if anyone else can hear the difference in their sound from the first US album and the most recent one, but I sure can! The harmonies contain more depth, the emotions that are portrayed in some of the tunes are more mature, and the general image has also matured. These guys have gone beyond the "one hit wonders" and will soon be so far beyond the image of "boy band" that it will become ridiculous to call them such. These guys are here to stay, they will continue to mature and grow as musicians, singers, and performers. Or at least this admirer/listener hopes so. Submitted by Natasha Landega from Winnigeg Manitoba Canada Date: Mon Jan 17 19:15:24 2000 No way are their days numbered, obviously. Submitted by Erin from so cal Date: Sat Jan 15 21:51:51 2000 What I am about to say is not just to the nay sayers of the world but to any artist who could maybe possibly be reading this (hey you never know). Whoever came up with the idea that only "bubble-gum" music has a short shelf life obviously didn't think about the countless rock, hip-hop and rap acts of the past 2 decades that also didn't last. What I'm trying to say is that no matter what kind of music you make or your audience,you aren't guaranteed a spot in music history or on the charts. To even have your song played on the radio is considered a MAJOR accomplishmant for many artists. So to any one who says that pop acts don't have a long shelf life, take a step back and look at how hard it is for any artist to stay in the business. (For a very heated discussion, go to RollingStone.com and express your opinion on the subject matter.) Thank you and please take what I said into consideration. Submitted by Lady Sugar from Feeding Hills Mass USA Date: Fri Jan 14 12:57:42 2000 Each time i hear another thing about 'boy bands' i get more and more pissed off. I hate it that they are ranked on just cuz they dont play instruments...ya SO? Many of the greatest artists of all time DIDNT play instruments. Did u see Tina Turner playing something? Cher? Do you see Mariah Carey getting off and butt and playing an instrument? I think not. What about Anthony Keidis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers...nope. Any country stars like Shania Twain? Still no. Shouldnt we be admiring these artists, including the Backstreet Boys, for their TALENT? Their skills? Their wonderful voices? Yea we should. Not many people have the power to sell millions of records and singles, sell out a tour in less than an hour and still be here. How many years has it been since the Backstreet Boys have started? about7? I think thats damn good for a generation like ours where fads come and go. The Backstreet Boys are still here, and they will be as long as us fans keep them alive. like a Boy said - "As long as we keep making hit records there will always be the Backstreet Boys." I mean sure there will be a time when they are gone, but in my heart as well as millions of others- they will be alive forever. So how about we enjoy them now and be happy for their success and how they make us feel. People shouldnt be wasting their time writing about when artists will fade into the background. Why not write about whos changing the future of music. And whos in the hearts of millions of americans. Or how about this one -if ya dont have anything nice to say...dont say anything at all. -Kelly Submitted by Backstreet Freak from Backstreet City Backstreet USA Date: Mon Jan 10 17:33:02 2000 OK, I think the Backstreet Boys should not even be names as part of the " Boy Band " thing. They may be 5 Guys who can sing, dance, play music, and write music, but just because they are " Boys " ( not really, anymore ), does not mean they should be named a " Boy Band ". I feel that the BSB are really aging with their audience, becuase if you go to a BSB concert you'll see people from 50 to 5 there, and that shows you more than words can say. It shows you that the Backstreet Boys are respected by young and old people alike, and they are great musicians. Backstreet FrEaK I Love Nick! I Love Brian! Submitted by amanda from jackson usa Date: Sat Jan 8 17:07:57 2000 ok.. this person is all wrong!! do u know how many times that they said bsb would go away soon?? alot and they are still #1!! KTBSPA!!!!! Submitted by Jana from natrona Heights PA USA Date: Thu Jan 6 13:12:41 2000 Okay. I would just like to start off by saying I am 18, and my mom is 42. My mom's birthday falls on January 10th, and guess what she wants for her birthday? A BSB ticket to see them in concert in State College PA on Feb. 12, 2000. I'm going with a friend, and when she found out I couldn't get her a ticket-well she's been pouting for weeks. She's scouring ebay, has all their CD's in her car, and knows all the songs off by heart. I think email in itself is enough to dash Sherman's narrow point of view. Sure the BSB won't be around forever, even as a hard core fan I know that. There was no "boy band" genre when BSB first came out. They were referred to as a boy band AFTER N'sync, and 98' came out. Remember when you are trying to ring Shermans neck-she's a CRITIC, and criticizing is her job-she expects us to lash out and disagree with her. But all us Backstreeter's know that our "men" will stay as long as we keep loving their music and loving them-so really it's not what the critics think, it's what we the fans think. So keep on listening, and KTBSPA! Submitted by caytie from seattle Wa USA Date: Mon Jan 3 20:40:59 2000 i think the bsb pride will always be alive and no true fan could let it die because there music isn't just for little kids like nsyncs it's for all generations and thats what people like i mean the oter groups are good but they are the best and know boy band could take there place Submitted by kb from boise id usa Date: Mon Jan 3 14:10:01 2000 BSB are going to be around for quit some time - as a group - as solo artist - and reunited. Their fans range from 4-84. With a huge market in the female fans that range from 11-40 something. That is the secret behind those huge sales. There are many listeners out there in the older market that love pop ballads. It is because bsb can do this so well that they have gained the love of so many. ps. they also have a huge male (gay) population following that no one seems to mention. First Page - Previous - Next - Last - Add Entry - Other Topics - Message Boards - Exit Page 14 of 50