ForeverInLoveWithJus

“Earlier this year, after much soul searching, Kevin Richardson came to us and told us that he had decided to leave the group and pursue other interests. He gave his blessing to continue the music without him.

We have no intention of replacing Kevin, and the door will always be open for him to return to the Backstreet Boys. We wish him the all the best in his future endeavors.

This weekend we are returning to the studio to begin the follow-up to Never Gone, and will see you later this year with a new album.”

Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell and AJ McLean


Then, on Kevin's MySpace, it says this:


Hey everybody, sorry it has been so long since I've updated you. I've been very busy. I know there are alot of rumors floating around about my status with BSB. After thirteen years of what can only be described as a dream come true, I have decided to leave the Backstreet Boys. It was a very tough decision for me but one that was necessary in order for me to move on with the next chapter of my life. Howard, Brian, Alex, and Nick will always be my little brothers and will continue to have my utmost love and support. I want to thank you all for the beautiful memories we have shared together and look forward to including you in the next phase of my life. I wish my brothers continued success and look forward to their new album. Peace and love, Kevin Richardson

Credit: ONTD

ElectronicWorm

They are still togheter?! I thought they split up.

To me, Kevin always was the guy who was always in the picture during interviews (as he's the oldest I guess.. he always talked a lot), but was never in the picture in songs/videoclips.

Britney_03

their career is over anyway.

Nanny

Well, it's not like he was a key member of the group, anyways.

Overprotected 1

Kevin <3333333

ForeverInLoveWithJus

I dont think BSB are finished. Give them a chance. They did some good work on their last album. BSB <333333333333

I thought he was a good singer

Overprotected 1

He is a good singer and they're not over. They're in the studio again and I sure as hell hope whatever they can come up with is as good as "Never Gone." That was like, my favorite album of 2005. I might be a little biased because of the amazing concert <33333 but still. It was good.

MoonBerry

Yay for another new album! BSB <3

ForeverInLoveWithJus

Incomplete was my favourite song off that album.

Lenghthen

Awww. That's too bad. It's gonig to be weird, but if he wants to leave to pursue other things, that by all means, do so. KTBSPA! lmao