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RAIED SHUQUM (ABU DHABI)
The Backstreet Boys are set to electrify Abu Dhabi with their highly anticipated concert on October 23 at the Etihad Arena, as part of their ongoing DNA World Tour, which has been thrilling fans worldwide.
Presented by Live Nation Middle East in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, and Miral, fans can look forward to a night filled with their greatest hits, including the sing-along anthems "Everybody" and "I Want It That Way,"
The Backstreet Boys, also known as BSB, are an iconic American vocal group formed in Orlando, Florida, in 1993.
The group consists of Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell, and Kevin Richardson.
They were brought together by Lou Pearlman and quickly gained popularity with their self-titled international debut album in 1996.
Following the release of their first album, "Backstreet Boys," in 1996, the group has had a meteoric rise to fame, receiving nine Grammy Awards nominations amongst an abundance of other accolades over their three-decade-long career to date.
For over 30 years, the Backstreet Boys have been at the forefront of pop music, earning their place as one of the most influential pop acts in history.
With countless #1 hits, record-setting tours, numerous awards, and over 130 million records sold worldwide, they are officially recognised as the best-selling boy band in history.
In early 2019, the band released their Grammy-nominated 10th studio album "DNA" on RCA Records.
The album debuted at #1 and features the Top 10 hit "Don't Go Breaking My Heart," along with a many other catchy tunes.
The critically acclaimed single was nominated for the "Pop Duo/Group Performance" Grammy and marked the band's return to the Billboard Hot 100 after a decade.
Upon its release, the single soared to #1 on iTunes Top Songs and Global charts, charting in over 22 countries. May 2019 saw the launch of "The DNA World Tour," the group's biggest arena tour in 18 years, fuelled by the global success of their #1 album.
The tour witnessed the Backstreet Boys selling out arenas across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America.
The Backstreet Boys have continued to evolve, releasing new music and touring worldwide.
Their "DNA World Tour" has been a major success, and they remain beloved by fans of all ages.
In 1999, they released "Millennium," one of their most successful albums, featuring hits like "I Want It That Way."
They followed up in 2000 with "Black & Blue," which continued their streak of chart-topping success.
Kevin Richardson temporarily left the group in 2006 to pursue other interests but rejoined in 2012.
BSB have had several memorable concerts in the UAE over the years.
In May 2023, they performed at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, delivering a record-breaking, sold-out show.
In 2018, they celebrated their 25-year anniversary with a special performance in Dubai.
Over the years, they have continued to captivate millions worldwide with their impressive catalogue of hit songs and creative collaborations.
Despite Richardson's absence due to scheduling conflicts, the band will deliver the complete Backstreet Boys experience, showcasing their harmonies and captivating performances.
