Backstreet Boys Manager Admits Undermining Band

Why it matters: Johnny Wright's admission reveals past industry manipulation that impacted the careers of two major boy bands.
- Johnny Wright, former manager, admits in 'Boy Band Confidential' to intentionally sabotaging the Backstreet Boys to benefit *NSYNC.
- Pitchfork highlights new music from artists like My New Band Believe, Mei Semones, and Lone, indicating a focus on current album releases.
- Rolling Stone features new songs from Kelela, The Strokes, and Holly Humberstone, showcasing contemporary music recommendations.
Music manager Johnny Wright confessed in the docuseries 'Boy Band Confidential' to actively undermining the Backstreet Boys to bolster *NSYNC's success, revealing a cutthroat strategy within the boy band industry. While this revelation comes from a new docuseries, other music publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone are focused on new music releases, suggesting a broader industry context where past rivalries are now being exposed amidst current artistic developments.



