98 Levels gave their every little thing to a fierce spherical of trivia, proving how a lot they find out about 1998.
Greater than 20 years after they rose to fame with their breakout single “Due to You,” Nick and Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre and Jeff Timmons are nonetheless simply as captivated with their craft.
The band went on hiatus in 2002 however reunited in 2012 to launch a brand new album, 2.0. Ten years later, they’re again within the studio making new music, within the technique of re-recording their masters and gearing up for a twenty fifth Anniversary Tour.
“We’ve a distinct tackle touring now,” Drew, 47, shared within the band’s Us Weekly cowl story. “It’s about [figuring out] what period of time we really feel snug being away and the way we are able to route the tour so we are able to carry our households.”
One other prime precedence? Having a superb time — and having fun with the fruits of their labor. “We’re extra relaxed,” Jeff, the band’s founding member, advised Us. “The whole lot is extra enjoyable.”
Jeff Timmons, Justin Jeffre, Nick Lachey and Drew Lachey of 98 Levels on August 31, 2022. Alexander Tamargo/Getty Photographs for Seashores Resorts
Enjoyable was definitely had whereas taking part in Us’ 1998 trivia sport, which included questions on main popular culture occasions, sports activities, politics and naturally, who was dominating the music charts on the time.
“‘Due to You!’” Drew buzzed in when requested to call Billboard’s Prime 10 hottest singles from 1998. Whereas the blokes recalled their very own song-breaking information, they weren’t as fast to recollect any others.
“‘Music’ by Madonna?” Drew guessed, to which Jeff corrected him: “No. That’s ’99 [or] 2000.”
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“‘Due to You’, ‘My Coronary heart Will Go On’ and ‘Livin La Vida Loca!’” Nick guessed enthusiastically — but in addition incorrectly. Drew additionally tried “‘Tearin’ Up My Coronary heart’” by fellow boyband ‘NSync, however as soon as once more received his years unsuitable. “That was ’97,” Jeff quipped. “Sorry, Charlie.”
“Reveals you guys how hyper-focused we had been again in ’98 of our ourselves,” Nick joked.
They’ve the suitable. Of their heyday, 98 Levels bought almost 15 million information, had 4 prime 10 singles and commonly graced the covers of adlescent magazines all over the place. They had been one of many hottest bands of the ‘90s — however recording hit after hit wasn’t at all times straightforward — and generally required unusual vocal tips to maintain their sound feeling crisp.
Nick Lachey, Drew Lachey, Jeff Timmons and Justin Jeffre of 98 Levels circa 1995. Tim Roney/Getty Photographs
“I used to be somewhat underneath the climate once we recorded [“I Do (Cherish You)”],” Nick defined to Us, revealing that he took a “tip” from report producer Keith Thomas to treatment the issue.
“He stated, ‘Strive consuming Lays potato chips. Like, the old-school Lays potato chips. The oil from the chips will assist, type of, coat your throat,’” Nick recalled. “He stated, ‘It really works for Vanessa Williams, it would give you the results you want.’ So, I attempted it. I nonetheless do it to at the present time.”
Nick may have to show to Lays quickly. The group’s anniversary tour — which is able to function appearances from legendary R&B group All-4-One — kicked off final month and continues by way of October 8 earlier than wrapping up in San Diego.
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So long as we now have enjoyable with it and (are) nonetheless good at it, why cease?” Nick advised Us.
Watch the unique video above to see how effectively 98 Levels is aware of their 1998 trivia – and decide up the newest challenge of Us Weekly, on newsstands now.
