The Battle
In 2002, the Backstreet Boys terminated their contract with Zomba Recording, parent of Jive Records, for $75 million. The many charges that were laid against the corporation were intentional interference, breach of contract, trademark infringement and unfair competition. Moreover BSB accused Zomba of withholding advances in the millions. The boys held up their end of the bargain, ensuring albums sold quickly. However Zomba didn’t comply and ignored the Black & Blue album. Instead they pushed Nick Carter to produce solo material.
The Battle
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