In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Backstreet Boys revealed their one post-show ritual as an "older band" after "intense" performances. They also detailed why their forthcoming Sphere residency will be "larger than life.

The Backstreet Boys are giving fans a look behind the scenes and sharing snapshots of their time backstage. In a new interview with People, the band — which includes Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell,

We had toured for nine years straight — just go on tour, make an album, go on tour, make an album. And instead of dealing with my real emotions or my feelings, I kind of got caught up in the lifestyle and the partying and the drinking and the drugs,

For the Backstreet Boys, some things never change. However, the longtime group has been forced to make a few alterations after performances thanks to Father Time. Specifically, the group explained that they have a new post-performance ritual during an interview with People.