Howie on Yahoo Chat!!!!
July 16, 1998
Yahoomc:
The Backstreet Boys are gonna be doing FIVE chats total with
Yahoo!
this summer - from their tour. So it's gonna be a great summer.
We're
gonna be starting today's Yahoo! cyberchat with THE BACKSTREET BOYS
in
about 15 minutes !! Great questions - please keep 'em coming! And thanks for
joining us here on Yahoo! Chat today.
Yahoomc:
Okay - SHOWTIME!!!!!! We're starting!! Hi everyone - welcome to Yahoo!Chat.
We're talking to Howie D of The Backstreet Boys!!! The Backstreet Boys launched
their first major US tour a week ago and Yahoo!Chat is gonna be catching up with
them all summer long live from their tour with FIVE cyberchats! Thanks Howie for
joining us here today.
Howie
D: Hi! Welcome everybody Look forward to having a good chat with everybody and
answering as many questions as we can in the time.. and hopefully have a lot of
fun
Yahoomc:
Howie - have you ever done a cyberchat before??
Howie
D: Yeah,actually I did. A couple of them actually. Over in Europe we did a
couple, for MTV we did a couple cyberchats. Lots of fun!
Tracylynn_99
asks: how is your summer tour going?
Howie
D: Its going great, we've done about 8 cities already, about 8 shows, actually
our 8th show is today. We've had a lot of fun. We had a rough start, but
everything's starting to smooth out. We're having a great tour here
Sarah_BSBFan
asks: Who is opening on your North American tour?
Howie
D: We have Aaron Carter, a group from Denmark called Soap and the
English
artist Jimmy Ray.
Gummibears4ever
asks: Howie, when will you shave???
Howie
D: When will I shave? What my face? My mustache? My hair? What
exactly!?!
My chest!?
EDAngel_
asks: How do you put up w/ all those annoying little girls
screaming
during a concert?
Howie
D: Aw, it's not annoying what guy wouldn't want to have a group of
screaming
girls around him. It's cool. Its an adrenalin rush.
Bella711
asks: when you aren't busy with your music...what do you all like to do in your
spare time?
Howie
D: I like to go out to clubs, hang with the guys, go to movies, enjoy life, do
the normal everyday stuff that I would do back home. Hang with my family.
Gmf_19
asks: Do you think there is such a thing as backstreet power?
Howie
D: We're not trying to have power, we're just trying to.. there's not girl power
or boy power here, we're just trying to have fun and live life
positively.
Nick_Carters_Girlie
asks: What is it like to be on tour without seeing your family and all your
friends???Howie D: it gets lonely at times, that's why we like to bring out our
families every once in a while.. In America I have family all over the place, so
I'm not too lonely. I think everywhere, except for today, I've had family .. so
it's lots of fun.
WHACKOFREAK
asks: Where did you get the idea for the video "Everybody"?
Howie
D: We just came together and said that not everybody's done another
video
like Thriller from the 80s and we just wanted to do a 90s version. We had a
great director who helped us develop our vision even further.
BackstreetBabe0032
asks: Who were your influences in music?
Howie
D: Besides my older sister PollyAnna, I'd say certain artists such as Bobby
Brown, Jon Secada, Phillip Bailey, groups like Boys2Men, New Edition,
ColorMeBadd.
Sarah_BSBFan
asks: Is there any individual in the music industry, that you would love to work
with?
Howie
D: Hmmm... Jon Secada :D I like the Spanish/English thing and also
BoysIIMen
would be cool.. Babyface...
BSBRule_84
asks: Do you ever let fans backstage after a concert?
Howie
D: Every once in a while when the situation is available or it's okay
security
wise.. It's as crowded as it is so we usually have to get out
pretty
quickly, so we don't have people back there normally.
Cuddlyangel
asks: Has livin' the life of a "backstreet boy" some what
changed
the relationship between your family and friends back home? -
Michelle
Corpuz
Howie
D: its definitely increased my popularity and my famiy's popularity. I have a
lot more people who know me know than before and my family. It's changed the
amount of time I could spend with family and friends. My lifestyles changed a
lot, but they're always there for me.
Chick_cool
asks: if you weren't a backstreet boy right now what would you
be
doing?
Howie
D: I'd probably be definitely doing something in the entertainment
field..
whether in acting or singing.. acting for movies or tv shows.. or
becoming
a solo artist or something.
Kaos2880
asks: What's the craziest thing one of your fans has done??
Howie
D: There were a couple who stowed away on our bus one time.. . we
were
over in Europe at the time... we didn't know it for a while then had
to
pull over to a rest stop and drop them off.. We had a few come over from Europe
and bring me Gummi Bear cakes... b/c I said I liked them in a
magazine
one time.. That was pretty crazy.
Lisa_NC23
asks: What's coming up on your next album?
Howie
D: A lot more material co-written by us and co-produced by us.
Nickluver2
asks: What are your guys' fave songs that u perform?
Howie
D: My favorite songs are "All I have to give", "BackStreet's
Back"
and
"Get Down"
Homeboy_D
asks: Do you ever get jealous of each other?
Howie
D: No, never! No, we're really cool with each other, we're like a
family.
Yahoomc:
Howie's computer connection is a wee bit shaky - we're having tech
problems
- but he'll be booted back up in a second In the meantime, just to let you know
- this is the first of FIVE Backstreet Boys cyerchats that
Yahoo!
is doing this summer! Howie's curious - he'd like to know where you
all
are from! So just add that to your questions for him, 'kay?? Cool!
Sky_lo
asks: Do you have a tatoo??? (Howie)
Howie
D: Nope, not yet. I don't really believe in them too too much, but
I'm
open minded in them for the future, if I saw a cool design...
KayKay8410
asks: Is it true that you are interested in doing a movie?
Howie
D: Well, there's been talk about it, but we haven't really decided on doing one
yet, because our music career's really taking off now, and we're really
concentrating on that... But maybe in the future
Wannabe3_hh
asks: when you guys disagree on things, who's the peacemaker?
Howie
D: I am the Peace Maker! I am the one. I am the chosen one. They say, I don't
try to be the peace maker, I just try to keep harmony in the group, make peace
and love.
Mandie_and_Janna
asks: What's the funniest thing that's happened on this
tour
so far?
Yahoomc:
That's a tough question I guess... - maybe this cyberchat because Howie keeps
losing his computer connection! Don't worry - he'll be back.
He's
been talking to us in the Yahoo! backstage area and he says these are the
coolest questions he's ever gotten in a cyberchat! You go, everyone!
And
he'll be back - in just a second...And let us know - by submitting it
in
a question form - WHO'S YOUR FAVORITE BACKSTREET BOY!! Let's take a
vote.
The definitive Yahoo!Chat vote! Let us know !! Howie will be back in a moment...
Yahoomc:
Are you voting for your fave Backstreet Boy??? Howie's logging
back
on - and he says he'd like to know HOW OLD his fans are.. so let us
know
your ages too, 'kay? and where you live! Cool!! Here's some comments
from
our audience so far...
Salt_n_lime:
I work in a group home for adults with mental challenges, we
play
your music all the time so everyone can dance, just wanted to let you know
you're bringing some joy into there lives *smile*
Sahar_:
I just wanted to tell you guys that your concert here in Miami was awesome and I
can't wait till you guys come down here again.
BlueEyesBay:
Hey, I got to meet you guys in January, and I just wanted to
thank
you for being so sweet and down to earth, you've made an impression
on
me that I will never forget, and your music is everything to me. (Stacy,19,
Cali)
bsbgrrlguest_5a032302:
i listen to your music all day when i am in my room missing my friends and when
i was driving here it keeps me happy
WyVony:
I just wanna congratulate you on all your success w/ the group. You deserve it
all since you guys work so hard. I have just one suggestion, have more shows in
Canada since you guys are sold out all over the country! Luv always,
Yvonne/18/BC, Canada!
Destinee009:
All I really wanted to say is that I really like the harmony
of
the music that you make with your voices and I want you to continue to
sing
together.
Jake_and_the_fat_man:
I love the BackStreet Boys there music has a
different
way to it that makes me love it even more than i already do!
SweetSolar:
you guys each have incredible voices and when you put them all together, you
can't help but notice how good you guys are. I congradulate
all
of you for going all the way to the top and becoming role models for
some
people!!!
BrianLittrelsGirlfriend:
i would just like to say that about a month ago i was totally depressed,and when
i listened to your music i was real happy and singing along with the music .
Anneliese97:
WE'VE GOT IT GOING ON howie as long as you QUIT PLAYING GAMES (WITH MY HEART)
but I know you want do that AS LONG AS YOU LOVE ME because EVERYBODY I know
likes the backstreet boys!~ All I HAVE TO GIVE we would give to you!~ we'd go
ANYWHERE FOR YOU....
SweetHoneyz:
You're music has been the inspiration to my life. You're
soulful
lyrics tickle my heart. I am head-over-heels with enjoyment in your music!!!!!
Luv-Ya!
KRYSTALCARTER:
I just want to say... that I think you guys are brilliant!! You are such good
role models for guys and girls!! I love you.....I started my own band because of
you I love you... I am going to your concert on July 15th (august) and just want
to say.. ...
Yahoomc:
We're still waiting for Howie - but meanwhile let me give you some info about
our next Backstreet Boy chat - On Tuesday, July 28 at 6:15 ET/3:15 PT, we'll be
talking to some more Backstreet Boys - Circle your calendar -
Yahoomc:
Howie's back!
Chat_A_Box
asks: Who is the funniest one in your group
Howie
D: We all have our moments, but Brian is the biggest comedian in the group.
Along side of Nick.
Cht7
asks: How do you stay grounded?
Howie
D: I wear heavy shoes. Our families keep each other in check and we
do
too.
Questar36
asks: Is it true you are considering doing a duet with Celine
Dion.
I'm one of your most devoted fans from Canada!
Howie
D: No, but we would love to, but the offer hasn't been extended yet
Vanessa_Brianna
asks: Howie, can you tell us some of your most embarrasing moments on stage?
Howie
D: Probably one time when I feel off the stage while trying to hype
AJ
with his rap during Get Down.
Magdalena84
asks: What's the most frightening thing that has happened to
you
on tour?
Howie
D: Last night after I bowed after We've Got it Going On a pyro blew
off
right in front of me on stage.
Sahar_
asks: If could have any superpower, what would you chose?
Howie
D: To see the future. And read people's minds
Sahar_
asks: If you could be invisible for a day, where would be the first place you
would go?
Howie
D: I'd probably go to the White House and stand next to the President the whole
day.
Kaos2880
asks: What's you wildest fantasy??
Howie
D: Going to a tropical island with my family or a date and spend a
relaxing
weekend there. All on the beach.
Breezy780
asks: Who is the most flirtatious of the group?
Howie
D: AJ without a doubt!
Johnny_Rotten17_1998
asks: Where do you picture yourself in ten years?
Howie
D: Hopefully going very strong with BSB and us still at the top of
the
charts If not, involved in the entertainment field in some way or
another
Hngkngfooy
asks: do you see your music going in a different direction in
the
future? Perhaps less pop?
Howie
D: I think our music is definitely going to grow with our fans...As
music
changes, our styles might change a little bit but not too drastic,
Hopefully
we'll get a little R&B but we won't stray away from our pop roots
Ilb123
asks: Hey Howie! This is Terri and Meg from Johnstown, PA and we
were
just wondering if it ever gets boring being on tour or anything! Bye!
Howie
D: Sure sometimes when you're in your room and you're all alone and
there's
not much going on, but I try to make things happen
Timdaa
asks: who is the shyest member of the bsb?
Howie
D: We all have our moments, but the guys would probably say me.
That's
just when I'm uncomfortable and I dont know people that well.
Mikejwind
asks: do you ever get stage fright?
Howie
D: Every once in while when we're doing a big show, or when I know
there's
somebody in the audience that I know like a family member.
Gmf_19
asks: Which video did you enjoy making the most?
Howie
D: Probably Everybody's Back Streets Back
BSB_CRAZY_LUVER
asks: how do you fell about being young sex symbols????
Howie
D: We don't really consider ourselves sex symbols, but we just go out there and
try to put on an entertaining show...and if people think of us like that, as
long as they respect our music first, we're cool with that. It doesn't really
bother us.
Ericadawn15
asks: What is the best thing a girl could do to win your heart?
Howie
D: I guess just be real with me, show me that she cares for me as a
person
and not just as a BSB and also be very supportive of my career and
my
lifestyle.
Reese_K
asks: What is the best thing about being a Backstreet Boy?
Howie
D: Getting a chance to travel around the world, see different
countries
and meet people every day, and make people happy with our music
NikeGrl154
asks: I am really proud of all the accomplishments you all have made, can you
believe you have made it this far?
Howie
D: I sometimes have to take a step back and look at all our
accomplishments
and
Howie
D: sometimes I don't really realize it until I tell other people
them,
how successful we really are. And I thank God everyday for the
opportunity
Melissa_sweets_
asks: what's the best advice you could give for people
trying
to make it in the music world?
Howie
D: Be persistent and be sincere about your craft. Don't give up and
shoot
always for the stars and don't settle for nothing less.
Yahoomc:
Howie D of the Backstreet Boys- thanks so much for joining us here today.
Howie
D: Thanks for all of your support. I look forward to possibly seeing
you
onthe tour in a town near you and in the meantime keep the Back Street Pride
alive in 1998 and beyond.
Yahoomc:
You've been the GREATEST audience in the world everyone!! Thanks
for
sticking it out through all the tech difficulties - Awesome questions!
You
guys rocked the house! And guess what - this is the first of FIVE
cyberchats
Yahoo! is doing with the Backstreet Boys this summer - the next Backstreet
cyberchat is on July 28 at 6:15 PM ET!! Circle your calendars
now
- you guys are awesome - and so are The Backstreet Boys!!! And so is
Yahoo!
The transcript will be up by tomorrow - Thanks again you guys! Good
night!