When Millennium was released, back in May 1999, the group were at their most popular. The release was heavily covered by MTV and large crowds showed up in Times Square just to catch a glimpse of them on the then very popular TRL show, among others probably (my memory is a little sketchy I admit). At one point, they even had to close roads because of the size of crowds there.

This album is one of my favourite albums generally speaking, not just BSB wise but in general and I will admit that a good deal of that is because it brings back memories of the late 90s and of being a fan at that time, of the success they had, all the shows they performed on etc. but all the same, I don't feel that I'm being overly biased about the quality of this album as I know that it was an album I listened to an awful lot in my mid teens (I was 16 when it came out) and I got alot of enjoyment from it. I felt that the quality of their music by this point was improved and there are a few tracks that I was (and still am) particularly keen on. I don't think the CD left my CD player for a good number of weeks after I first bought it, soon after it was released. Sometimes when I listen to some of the tracks on later releases, I can't help but feel that they don't have the same quality as some of the tracks on Milleinnum and consequently, I do hope for a 'Millennium Part 2' equivalent to be released. I know this is probably quite unlikely, as it was a product of its time and all but I still see it as their best album and still value it anyway. Read on for more information about the tracks that make up 'Millennium'...

1 - Larger Than Life - One of the singles from this album, 'Larger Than Life' is a song dedicated to the fans, as it talks about how the group think that we fans are all Larger Than Life for being there for and supporting them. Its a fast paced track that has a slight pop/rock edge to it and (at least to me anyway) it has a catchy chorus. The music video that was made to go along with the single release was one of the most expensive music videos ever made. Indeed I've spotted it on music channels a few times, when they run countdowns of 'the top 10 most expensive music videos'. Larger Than Life was co-written by Brian.

3 - I Want It That Way - A much happier track, as mentioned above this is probably one of the most well known BSB tracks of all time (well they have been around for 15 years now!). Some say the lyrics don't make a great deal of sense, which is probably true but it doesn't altogether matter I think, its just a nice, fun, easy to sing along to pop track that is catchy and fun. Anyone who paid much attention to pop songs around the summer of 1999 will have been humming this track, im sure. Also as mentioned above, it gave them their first UK number one single too, so it was enjoyed by many people.

5 - I Need You Tonight - This again is a slower track. This song, unlike the others, only features Nick on vocals. It was previously known by the title Heaven In Your Eyes and was performed on tour as Nicks solo song during group concerts before the album came out, so it was already well known by most fans by the time it was officially released on this album. The song is pretty atmospheric and is of course a ballad, which builds up a bit of momentum towards the end and shows off Nicks vocal skills fairly well. Having said that, I will admit that out of all the tracks, this is the one that more often than not, I will skip this track. It can sound a little whiny and is perhaps a little over the top, plus I heard it so often, I guess im just not so 'into it' anymore.

7 - Don't Wanna Lose You Now - This is, of course, another slow ballad type track (see the pattern? fast paced track followed by slower ballad type track). This is among my favourite tracks on the album, it is also very atmospheric and highlights their vocal abilities quite well. I always thought its quite a haunting track, with various instruments accompanying it (im not entirely sure what they all are but it includes guitar. It doesn't list any other instruments used in the CD booklet, sorry). The track starts fairly slowly, with Nick talking about his regrets, as he worries about losing the girl he loves and then the others come in and the song continues. It really is quite a touching track, I feel, you have to listen to it, to see what I mean (or more, hear what I mean). I feel that you can hear their emotions in the track, you can believe that they mean what they say, thats what makes it so atmospheric and one of my favourite tracks.

9 - Back To Your Heart - This is one of my favourite BSB tracks of all time. It was co-written by Kevin, with Kevin also on lead vocals and is also quite touching and atmospheric. When the group toured with the ITM tour, he played this on piano himself, with the other guys sitting underneath. It showcases AJ, Nick and Brians vocals quite well too. It is quite slow but it has a nice beat to it, its the kind of song you can find yourself swaying from side to side to without realising. Their vocal harmony sounds quite solid here too. I always wanted to see this song performed live, alas I wasn't able to attend the ITM tour, which I still, to this day, regret but oh well, I had school exams and they didn't come to Scotland, so, what can you do? (just having a little vent there). Trust me though, this really is one of their 'stronger' songs, vocal harmony wise, it showcases their vocals well and it is quite haunting/touching, so I very much recommend listening to this track, if you like their ballads at all. I always liked songs Kevin worked on, the few of them we heard anything of anyway, im sad he left the group, though I understand why he did.