Backstreet Boy's Littrell signs to Christian Label

Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys has announced that he has signed for a Christian record label. The pop star, who was always regarded as the clean-cut member of the band has also now recorded a brand new single – In Christ Alone.

Littrell's new single will appear on an upcoming WOW Christian Music compilation album next year April 5, and on the back of this promotion, the Backstreet Boy’s debut solo album will be released on Provident Music Group's Reunion Records.

Littrell was raised in a Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky, and became a born-again Christian at age 8. He said he knew "for a very long time this has been my calling."

The Backstreet Boy told Reunion Records, "I hope to reach listeners in this arena and continue to let Backstreet Boys fans know that it's okay to stand for what you believe in. If I can do something that opens doors and benefits lives in some way, I hope to be able to do that."

At age 18, Littrell relocated to Orlando, Florida, to join his cousin Kevin Richardson in becoming a member in the super pop-group Backstreet Boys.

Littrell stands out as a shining example to fans compared to some of his other band-mates, who have not lived with such conviction. Although, one of the band's other members, AJ McLean, who was widely reported on as spending much time in rehab, has expressed his desire to also move into Christian music, according to the band's manager Johnny Wright.

Terry Hemmings, president and CEO of Provident Music Group, said of Littrell's signing, "We are very pleased to welcome Brian into the Provident family. I have had the pleasure of getting to know him over the past two years and experience his enthusiasm for entering this chapter of his recording career. Brian will bring a unique perspective on the Christian life to his music and to our market. We are looking forward to introducing him next year."

According to the Backstreet Boy’s official website, their latest album, which is highly anticipated by adoring fans after a three-year absence, will be released in March 2005.