13. New Kids on the Block & The Backstreet Boys
Two more nineties pop relics are set to return with brand new studio albums this year, New Kids on the Block with their sixth and The Backstreet Boys with their ninth. I realise that I'm slightly cheating here by combining the two, but 16 Music Icons That Will Save Pop in 2013 just does not sound right. Both pop groups have been reliving their former glory by merging into one super-group, aptly titled NKOTBSB, and entertaining masses of middle-aged ladies with their classic hits. Now with a new lease of life, both groups are experimenting with different sounds - New Kids on The Block have embarked on a retro Timberlake style sound, whilst The Backstreet Boys will present us with a less-produced, raw sounding album. Let's hope that both groups are ready to give the modern boy bands a run for their money. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WngWlr0YAx0