Justin Timberlake recently sent *NSYNC fans into a frenzy when he hinted at a potential reunion with his boy bandmates. However, it seems that the excitement may have been premature. Sources at RCA Records have revealed that while there is no new *NSYNC music on the way, the members did lend their voices to Justin’s upcoming album.
The tease came during an interview with Kelly Clarkson, where Justin mentioned that he was working on something with the boy band. This led many fans to believe that new tracks and possibly even a tour were in the works, building on their recent reunion. However, it seems that Justin’s comment was misunderstood.
According to insiders, Justin was referring to *NSYNC members recording background vocals for his upcoming album, “Everything I Thought I Was.” Last year, when Justin, Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, JC Chasez, and Chris Kirkpatrick got together to record “Better Place” for the movie ‘Trolls Band Together,’ they also took the opportunity to lay down vocals for Justin’s new offering.
While some may consider this a mini-reunion of sorts, RCA Records executives are clear that if *NSYNC were to make a comeback, it would need to be with the band’s original sound and not Justin’s solo style. This would include JC taking on half of the lead vocals, just like in the hit *NSYNC records.
Unfortunately, a full *NSYNC reunion is not imminent. Justin is currently focused on his upcoming world tour, and there are no plans for his former bandmates to join him on stage. However, the desire for an *NSYNC reunion album and tour is undeniable, and it may become a possibility in the future.
RCA Records is reportedly concerned about the lukewarm response to Justin’s first single, “Selfish,” which may be attributed to fans’ disappointment in not getting a true *NSYNC song. The record label shares the fans’ desire for a full band comeback but acknowledges that it is not in the cards at the moment.
While the news may be disappointing for *NSYNC fans, it’s important to remember that collaborations and shared projects can still bring a taste of the band’s magic. Justin’s upcoming album, featuring *NSYNC’s background vocals on at least one track, will undoubtedly be eagerly awaited by fans and may offer a glimpse into what a future reunion could sound like.
For now, fans will have to be patient and enjoy the individual successes of the *NSYNC members while they await any further developments. The possibility of a full band comeback remains a tantalizing prospect, and with the support of RCA Records and fans’ unwavering enthusiasm, it may just become a reality in the future.
