Cruisin’ Tough

New Kids on the boat

New Kids on the Block are to take a three-day cruise around the Caribbean with some of their biggest fans. The event will see performances from the reformed group and includes special ‘meet and greet’ sessions. The move echoes similar water-bound activity from the likes of Motley Crue, John Mayer and to some extent Josh Groban.

The (not so new) kids set sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida on the 15th May – with tickets apparently on sale today.

“Our manager tells us this is not a cheesy thing. It’s not a step back,” said the band.

One NKOTB forum member response highlights the bands eager thirty-something female audience: “I might end up divorced over this[...] The 13 year old in me is SCREAMING “GO,GO,GO!” and well, right now, the 13 year old is way louder than the 32 year old”. However, in the current climate – with some US festivals having to offer payment plans – can the expense of a cruise be justified by music fans? Another forum member sees the harsh reality of listening to your pocket as well as your retro heart: “Please make this trip affordable. Do not cater to the super rich! If it’s over $500 I may not be able to go. I am so ready for a party and more facetime, but it needs to be realistic”.

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