AJ McLean and Joey Fatone Announce They're Going on a Co-Headlining Tour Together

Mar. 15, 2025

AJ McLean and Joey Fatone.Photo:Albert L. Ortega/Getty; VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty

Albert L. Ortega/Getty; VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty

Boy band fans are in for the tour of the spring.

The Backstreet Boys singer, 46, and the *NSYNC singer, 46, are set to take their mini tour across North America this spring. The limited run of dates kicks off on March 15 in Temecula, California, and after an additional show in Rancho Mirage, California, they’ll travel to the east coast. There, they’ll take to the stage for a series of shows in Wallingford, Connecticut, Boston and Newark, New Jersey before wrapping up with three concerts across Florida.

Joey Fatone and AJ McLean in Miami in July 2023.Kevin Mazur/Getty

Kevin Mazur/Getty

Beyond live renditions of the two stars’ classic pop songs, fans should also expect comedy and “intimate conversations of never before-told stories from their time on the road,” according to a press release.

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Along with his post, Fatone expressed just how much he’s looking forward to performing with his longtime friend and frequent collaborator. “This is going to be fun!!!! @aj_mclean my dude ….here we go!!!!! @joeyandaj_present #alegendarynight,” the “Bye Bye Bye” vocalist wrote in the caption.

The musicians also posteda trailerfor their upcoming live dates, featuring fun clips of recent footage of the two on stage.

In a press release, both stars shared statements, teasing what fans can expect.

Fatone said, “I’ve known AJ as long as I’ve known my own band members. We’ve worked together in the past on one-off projects here and there but never had the opportunity to create something together. This tour gives us the chance to combine the best of both musical worlds.”

The formerDancing with the Starscontestant added, “I hope our fans are ready for a show that’ll take them on a journey through the magic of *NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, and everything-in-between. This show is all about fun and reminiscing and we can’t wait to share this moment with audiences across the country.”

The “Everybody” singer echoed his statement. “I’m so excited to head out for this round of dates with my friend Joey. The perfect chance to listen to old favorites and share some special new songs that our loyal fans will be the first to hear!” he said.

Joey Fatone and AJ McLean in West Hollywood in March 2006.Chad Buchanan/Patrick McMullan via Getty

Chad Buchanan/Patrick McMullan via Getty

Their joint effort comes several months after they tag-teamed on an appearance at Fatone’s special live event Joey Fatone & Friends’ Welcome to Tampa 90s Party, which was held in Tampa, Florida this past September.

Meanwhile, the entire Backstreet Boys crew of McLean,Nick Carter,Howie Dorough,Brian LittrellandKevin Richardsonwill soon bringan all-inclusive concert vacationto fans in Cancun, Mexico this coming April.

Ticketsfor A Legendary Night begin with an artist presale, which lasts from Wednesday at 10 a.m. local time to Thursday at 10 p.m. local time and is accessible with the password JOEYNAJ. Remaining tickets for the public go on sale on Friday at 10 a.m. local time.

Details on the three different VIP packages can be foundhere.

See the A Legendary Night tour dates below.

Fri Mar 15 – Temecula, CA –  Pechanga Theatre

Sat Mar 16 – Rancho Mirage, CA – The Show at Agua Caliente

Thu Mar 21  – Wallingford, CT – Toyota Oakdale Theatre

Fri Mar 22  – Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues

Sat Mar 23 – Newark, NJ – New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Thu Mar 28 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – AuRene Theater at the Broward Center for the Perorming Arts

Fri Mar 29 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live

Sat Mar 30 – Jacksonville, FL – Florida Theatre

source: people.com