Boy band fans (or should we call them man bands now?) will see all their dreams realized in 2011: the New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys are close to teaming up for a tour of the United States. (Too bad it’s not 1996.)

NKOTB recently reunited, and now it seems they’re ready to take the act (back) on the road. Reportedly, the two bands are in negotiations with Live Nation Entertainment to book the event.

The New Kids teamed up with the Boys once before, performing together at Radio City Music Hall. A third band is also being considered for the tour. Boyz II Men is rumored to be the first pick.