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AJ McLean Reflects on Fatherhood and Backstreet Boys' Legacy Ahead of Las Vegas Residency

The Backstreet Boys celebrate the 25th anniversary of Millennium with a reimagined album release and residency, as McLean shares personal insights about his family and bandmates.

AJ McLean with daughters Elliott (second from right) and Lyric and estranged wife Rochelle in 2024.
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Overview

  • AJ McLean revealed that his 12-year-old daughter, Elliott, dislikes the Backstreet Boys' hit 'I Want It That Way' due to teasing at school but secretly enjoys some of their other songs.
  • McLean humorously admitted to singing the song to embarrass Elliott, describing it as typical dad behavior.
  • The Backstreet Boys will release 'Millennium 2.0,' a reimagined version of their iconic 1999 album, featuring remastered tracks and new demos, on July 11, 2025.
  • The band has announced an 18-show residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas, running from July to early August 2025, where they will perform the updated album and other fan favorites.
  • McLean predicts emotional performances during the residency, particularly from bandmate Kevin Richardson, who he believes will tear up during 'Back to Your Heart,' a song Richardson co-wrote.