Jive Records says, “no comment,” when asked whether or not Backstreet Boys are trying to get out of their contract. A BMG (home to Jive Records) employee says, “They are trying to strike a deal -- where they can be signed by another BMG affiliate,” he says. “BMG has first crack at [Backstreet] if they should leave or be dropped by Jive Records. This means they have the opportunity if presented to them to sign with RCA, J, or Arista. The problem here is that none of these labels are interested in Backstreet Boys because of all the legal baggage that could carry over.” In addition to his allegations, Arista, J and RCA are re-organizing and have no plans to sign any high-profile artist at this time. So where does this leave Backstreet Boys, “They have recorded new music with several producers but that has been put on hold. The group members are not sticking together on the issue at hand and that is key in the contract negotiations.” While the Boys’ have issued a statement saying they will record when ‘the time is right,” many wonder when that time will be. Nick Carter has finished his tour and is not planning a follow-up to his solo debut, Kevin Richardson has completed his run with 'Chicago' while the rest of the boys are enjoying their freedom. It’s a never-ending story for Backstreet Boy’s that could end up leaving Jive without a top-selling group and fans without a new album.