CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show

In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through "Fever", the iconic 2001 album that redefined Kylie Minogue’s global pop legacy. Featuring massive hits like “Can’t Get You Out of My Head,” “Love at First Sight,” and “In Your Eyes,” this sleek electro-pop era became one of Kylie’s most beloved and most successful projects to date.We break down the production, vocals, lyrics, and visuals, and ask: is "Fever" truly pop perfection? Or is it carried by just a few standout singles?Whether you're a longtime Kylie fan or discovering this era for the first time, we’ve got all the thoughts.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:20 - "Fever" Album Info2:50 - Album Cover4:49 - "More More More"8:16 - "Love At First Sight"19:43 - "Can't Get You Out Of My Head"29:11 - "Fever"33:52 - "Give It To Me"37:29 - "Fragile"40:13 - "Come Into My World"48:25 - "In Your Eyes"54:55 - "Dancefloor"58:06 - "Love Affair"1:01:33 - "Your Love"1:06:19 - "Burning Up"1:11:04 - Cut or Keep1:13:03 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Love At First Sight” MV https://youtu.be/wf421JsG004?si=Ma6MMvm4GQ6HkwUE“Love At First Sight” Live at MTV 2002 https://youtu.be/icd-Io0H-mI?si=ky9rPO8tfPkKzkI- “Can’t Get You Out Of My Head” MV https://youtu.be/c18441Eh_WE?si=CCk7xRRYa63Ze4m8“Can’t Get You Out Of My Head” Live at the Brit Awards 2002 https://youtu.be/Ysn_Lad-zsg?si=gU9Ao1L8666f837S “Can’t Get You Out Of My Head” Live at On A Night Like This Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxyZC89p3bE&pp=ygUna3lsaWUgY2FuJ3QgZ2V0IHlvdSBvdXQgb2YgbXkgaGVhZCAyMDAx “Fever” Live at An Audience With… https://youtu.be/KgS5TrPuFPs?si=TlOGwEiU15gXDy_g “Come Into My World” MV https://youtu.be/63vqob-MljQ?si=BzEQlws5oGpYe83t“Come Into My World” Live at Fever Tour https://youtu.be/g90scy9SPfI?si=3LgxOje0wZvCkIMk “Come Into My World” Live at Showgirl Tour https://youtu.be/-4M5e_jTctk?si=RstOijGRKrGK_KLH “In Your Eyes” MV https://youtu.be/OjETibEMbJY?si=J7mbbSs5rhebcyxw “In Your Eyes” Live at An Audience With… https://youtu.be/uoQz6u9dfFw?si=tLqiRCwcWvINl72P “Burning Up” Live on Fever Tour https://youtu.be/KuLswptP6K8?si=e6frmMB7848ktXVN

We’re back with our second-ever One Direction album - and this time, we’re diving into "Take Me Home" for the very first time. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through 1D’s 2012 follow-up to "Up All Night", sharing brutally honest first impressions of the songs, lyrics, vocals, and production.Is this the moment One Direction leveled up? Or does it feel like more of the same? From massive hits like "Live While We're Young" to fan-favorite deep cuts, we’re talking about what works, what surprised us, and what we definitely didn’t expect. Directioners… let’s talk.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:49 - "Take Me Home" Album Info2:39 - Album Cover4:14 - "Live While We're Young"10:44 - "Kiss You"17:21 - "Little Things"23:56 - "C'mon C'mon"28:24 - "Last First Kiss"32:40 - "Heart Attack"35:44 - "Rock Me"39:23 - "Change My Mind"44:31 - "I Would"48:57 - "Over Again"52:00 - "Back For You"55:42 - "They Don't Know About Us"59:45 - "Summer Love"1:04:00 - Cut or Keep1:06:45 - Final Rating & Overall ThoughtsReferences:“Live While We’re Young” MV https://youtu.be/AbPED9bisSc?si=9PUXMwEZ6LgP_Zgj“Live While We’re Young” Live at Children in Need 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LSRHEimv1Y&pp=ygUkb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBsaXZlIHdoaWxlIHdlJ3JlIHlvdW5n“Kiss You” MV https://youtu.be/T4cdfRohhcg?si=V0rSeSCPC6s-gr0-“Kiss You” Live at X Factor USA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLrYRHRfpPo&pp=ygUWb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBraXNzIHlvdQ%3D%3D “Little Things” MV https://youtu.be/xGPeNN9S0Fg?si=WdJIUopU_Dyo2I37“Little Things” Live at Royal Variety 2012 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln8pTuz7Brg&pp=ygUbb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBsaXR0bGUgdGhpbmdz “C’mon C’mon” from This Is Us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1wr8sZOVuQ&pp=ygUXb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBjbW9uIGNtb24%3D“Last First Kiss” Live at iHeartRadio Album Release Party https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C47DtFCD01w&pp=ygUdb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBsYXN0IGZpcnN0IGtpc3M%3D “Heart Attack” from This Is Us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFy08pmO7vg&pp=ygUab25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBoZWFydCBhdHRhY2s%3D“Change My Mind” from This Is Us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CytV8mQ6qHg&pp=ygUcb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBjaGFuZ2UgbXkgbWluZA%3D%3D“I Would” from This Is Us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3o2TfrULck&pp=ygUVb25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBpIHdvdWxk“Back For You” from This Is Us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ncj4IzansBU&pp=ygUab25lIGRpcmVjdGlvbiBiYWNrIGZvciB5b3U%3D

In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through "Beautiful Chaos", the second EP from global girl group KATSEYE. With members handpicked through Dream Academy and trained under K-pop standards, expectations are high. The talent? Undeniable. The music? Well…We break down the production, vocals, lyrics, and group identity, and ask: is this project doing justice to the girls’ potential? Or does it feel like a missed opportunity for something truly fresh?Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:10 - "Beautiful Chaos" Info1:38 - EP Cover3:36 - "Gnarly" 7:11 - "Gabriela"16:35 - "Gameboy"26:13 - "Mean Girls"32:47 - "M.I.A"37:48 - Cut or Keep38:35 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Gnarly” MV https://youtu.be/R2-yomhYAj4?si=deWX86Eimtzu6AQ- “Gabriela” MV https://youtu.be/CjnB56tSCQI?si=95SVsaP-hDNIkodY “Gabriela” Live at Lollapalooza 2025 https://youtu.be/CINpzyWIGoQ?si=C41v4SflV3XYFkEv“Gameboy” MV https://youtu.be/-bC4iak3kxg?si=5wImHDg2EC5cUOFp “Gameboy” Live at Lollapalooza 2025 https://youtu.be/l0ILpRPVn3Y?si=Kxi8X2ivL9kon4Du“Mean Girls” Live at Lollapalooza 2025 https://youtu.be/EGsXGDdrAXM?si=7xk3G9T8h8q0-UT6“M.I.A” Live at Lollapalooza 2025 https://youtu.be/QB5FOa0a7cI?si=VPHB6vyAU0JwG4xl

The Netflix animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" has gone viral, and the soundtrack has taken over the charts and breaking K-Pop records around the world. With songs performed by the fictional girl group HUNTR/X and their rivals, the SAJA BOYS, is the OST one of the best K-Pop projects ever?In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through the "KPop Demon Hunters" soundtrack, featuring hits like “Golden,” “How It’s Done,” “Your Idol,” “SODA POP,” “Free,” and more. We dive into the vocals, production, concept, and cultural impact of the soundtrack - how will this affect the K-Pop industry moving forward?Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:01 - "KPop Demon Hunters" Soundtrack Info1:39 - "How It's Done"6:22 - "Soda Pop"12:07 - "Golden"18:38 - "Takedown"21:38 - "Your Idol"26:42 - "Free"29:51 - "What It Sounds Like"35:40 - Cut or Keep36:13 - Final Rating and Overall ThoughtsReferences:Kevin Woo interview on CCTV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DljiH8eytPA&t=1207s&pp=ygUpa2V2aW4gd29vIGNjdHYgbm9uc3RvcCBwb3Agc2hvdyBpbnRlcnZpZXc%3D “How It’s Done” Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGsevnbItdU&pp=ygUYa3BvcCBkZW1vbiBob3cgaXQncyBkb25l“Soda Pop” Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=983bBbJx0Mk&pp=ygUTa3BvcCBkZW1vbiBzb2RhIHBvcA%3D%3D“Golden” Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yebNIHKAC4A&pp=ygURa3BvcCBkZW1vbiBnb2xkZW4%3D“Takedown” Lyric Video (TWICE) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8Dr7vzMSVE “Takedown” HUNTR/X Audio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve_a9CXjlQc “Your Idol” Song Clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWppAbqm9I8“Free” Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjOeJssZX_Q “What It Sounds Like” Song Clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ug_pv5-r1js&pp=ygUea3BvcCBkZW1vbiB3aGF0IGl0IHNvdW5kcyBsaWtl

In Part 2 of our "I Am... Sasha Fierce" review, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through the Sasha Fierce side - Beyoncé’s bold, high-glam, hit-heavy alter ego era. From "Single Ladies" to "Sweet Dreams", we break down the production, vocals, visuals, and impact of every track. Did this half truly earn its iconic status - or is it just the louder one?0:00 - Intro0:55 - "Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)"8:00 - "Radio"12:04 - "Diva"17:48 - "Sweet Dreams"24:26 - "Video Phone"30:29 - "Hello"33:17 - "Ego"39:57 - "Scared of Lonely"44:11 - Cut or Keep45:54 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m1EFMoRFvY&pp=ygUWIGJleW9uY2Ugc2luZ2xlIGxhZGllcw%3D%3D“Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It” Live at AMAs https://youtu.be/1RVXSuhccWg?si=-ksscuvCK2_qnk9T “Radio” Live on I Am… Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yw17wV6yfeM&pp=ygUOIGJleW9uY2UgcmFkaW8%3D “Diva” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNM5HW13_O8&pp=ygUNIGJleW9uY2UgZGl2YQ%3D%3D “Diva” Live on I Am.. Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRNl3Oms3Pw&pp=ygUNIGJleW9uY2UgZGl2YQ%3D%3D “Sweet Dreams” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlxByc0-V40&pp=ygUVIGJleW9uY2Ugc3dlZXQgZHJlYW1z “Sweet Dreams” Live at Glastonbury https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGNH12RFuFA&pp=ygUVIGJleW9uY2Ugc3dlZXQgZHJlYW1z “Sweet Dreams” Live at Wynn Las Vegas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oodecnyzohU&pp=ygUVIGJleW9uY2Ugc3dlZXQgZHJlYW1z“Video Phone” feat. Lady Gaga MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGkvXp0vdng&pp=ygUUIGJleW9uY2UgdmlkZW8gcGhvbmU%3D “Video Phone” Live at I Am… Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjHG3eEofaw&pp=ygUZIGJleW9uY2UgdmlkZW8gcGhvbmUgbGl2ZQ%3D%3D “Hello” Live at Wynn Las Vegas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2P2wII0hOkM&pp=ygUTIGJleW9uY2UgaGVsbG8gbGl2ZQ%3D%3D “Ego” feat. Kanye West MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iW5EzxFR4SM&pp=ygUMIGJleW9uY2UgZWdv “Ego” Live at I Am… Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0qbLM6goEs&pp=ygUMIGJleW9uY2UgZWdv “Scared of Lonely” Live at Wynn Las Vegas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SzGKnRg4fs&pp=ygUZIGJleW9uY2Ugc2NhcmVkIG9mIGxvbmVseQ%3D%3D

In Part 1 of our "I Am... Sasha Fierce" deep dive, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through the "I AM..." side of the album - Beyoncé’s stripped-down, emotional ballad collection. Often overshadowed by the Sasha Fierce bangers, does this side of the project deserve more credit? We’re talking vocals, lyrics, and legacy - with full honesty, of course. Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:30 - "I Am...Sasha Fierce" Album Info2:38 - Album Cover4:19 - "If I Were A Boy"10:22 - "Halo"18:38 - "Disappear"21:44 - "Broken-Hearted Girl"27:52 - "Ave Maria"32:45 - Smash Into You"36:28 - "Satellites"39:14 - "That's Why You're Beautiful"43:45 - Cut or Keep44:42 - Overall ThoughtsReferences:“If I Were A Boy” MV https://youtu.be/AWpsOqh8q0M?si=O-AcmdmGyovvA12O “If I Were A Boy”/“You Oughta Know” Live at Grammys https://youtu.be/UqzKEMqKwf0?si=jmQZWzxdc0ARgPnA “Halo” MV https://youtu.be/bnVUHWCynig?si=5b96e-rYAmvIb0po“Halo” Alternative MV (Leak) https://youtu.be/gFDTOn94dr4?si=e-wuFYPzPj3xi5Px “Halo” Live at David Letterman https://youtu.be/T6FDAX6p83g?si=S6q_jjhXI-aQacK3“Broken Hearted Girl” MV https://youtu.be/JXmUYdOVJtc?si=mOEhXTFPHqmWNWVH“Broken Hearted Girl” Live at I Am… World Tour https://youtu.be/8W8uiX6e7ZM?si=3HcvlDarkLXbtYmy “Ave Maria” Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKmI1avKHJI“Smash Into You” Live at I Am… World Tour https://youtu.be/wVwf4JSWku8?si=rqvbv9R1fD76JxqM “Satellites” Live at Wynn Las Vegas https://youtu.be/7RMjDxc8TwE?si=IqCDsguveb87Pe2u

It’s been 20 years since Mariah Carey released "The Emancipation of Mimi" - the chart-dominating, career-redefining album that marked one of the most iconic comebacks in pop and R&B history. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through the 2005 classic, breaking down the vocals, production, lyrics, and legacy of each song. From "We Belong Together" to underrated deep cuts, we’re giving our brutally honest takes and asking: is this really her best album ever?Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro0:52 - "The Emancipation of Mimi" Album Info2:07 - Album Cover3:55 - "It's Like That" 10:30 - "We Belong Together"18:46 - "Shake It Off"23:53 - "Mine Again"28:26 - "Say Somethin'" feat. Snoop Dogg33:30 - "Stay The Night"36:40 - "Get Your Number" feat. Jermaine Dupri43:02 - "One and Only" feat. Twista47:50 - "Circles"52:16 - "Your Girl"46:10 - "I Wish You Knew"1:00:40 - "To The Floor" feat. Nelly1:03:43 - "Joy Ride"1:07:44 - "Fly Like A Bird"1:11:55 - Cut or Keep1:14:10 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“It’s Like That” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI2cwfluyNo&pp=ygUYbWFyaWFoIGl0J3MgbGlrZSB0aGF0IG12 “We Belong Together” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0habxsuXW4g&pp=ygUcbWFyaWFoIHdlIGJlbG9uZyB0b2dldGhlciBtdg%3D%3D “Shake It Off” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZVdDl_asYY&pp=ygUWbWFyaWFoIHNoYWtlIGl0IG9mZiBtdg%3D%3D Calgon commercial https://youtu.be/WJsFvLBdOi0?si=FHAk30mlmbenq123 Intel commercial https://youtu.be/gENKrali-6s?si=kMoeHNBgm5SuqpxZ “Say Somethin’” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yxHnAXZqhA&pp=ygUWbWFyaWFoIHNheSBzb21ldGhpbiBtdg%3D%3D “Get Your Number” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvoWWtynalI&pp=ygUZbWFyaWFoIGdldCB5b3VyIG51Ym1lciBtdtIHCQnYCQGHKiGM7w%3D%3D “We Belong Together” and “Fly Like A Bird” Live at Grammys https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aU3G8vTglw&pp=ygUZbWFyaWFoIGZseSBsaWtlIGEgYmlyZCBtdg%3D%3D

Time to dig into the glitter and cheese because we’re reviewing "Steptacular" by STEPS, one of the great albums in British pop history. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through STEPS’ sophomore effort, giving their brutally honest takes on the vocals, production, lyrics, and signature camp. Is Steptacular just pure Y2K cheese, or is it actually a refined British pop classic? Let’s find out.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:50 - "Steptacular" Album Info2:37 - Album Cover4:32 - "Tragedy"13:26 - "After The Love Has Gone"19:35 - "Love's Got A Hold On My Heart"26:06 - "Say You'll Be Mine"32:38 - "I Think It's Love"35:55 - "Make It Easy On Me"40:16 - "Deeper Shade Of Blue"46:40 - "Movin' On"50:03 - "Never Say Never Again"53:13 - "When I Said Goodbye"1:00:06 - "I Surrender"1:04:01 - "Since You Took Your Love Away"1:09:07 - "My Best Friend's Girl"1:15:30 - "You're Everything That Matters To Me"1:20:15 - Cut or Keep1:23:00 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Tragedy” MV https://youtu.be/OiwDHHcHPh0?si=q85C1brf66r6Cwpr “Tragedy” Live at Party on the Dancefloor Tour https://youtu.be/cOM0cfVmfhQ?si=fJy9Kto-AlfyFPTL “After The Love Has Gone” MV https://youtu.be/iz36fINs_YY?si=ExulGfY52kEOVJkU “After The Love Has Gone” Live at What The Future Holds Tour https://youtu.be/yB4KwpuBeDQ?si=FUQ23UtYzqYOkhg6 “Love’s Got A Hold On My Heart” MV https://youtu.be/iG_-m-mBn-g?si=_QGnsxT9kJj_PHro “Love’s Got A Hold On My Heart” Live at Blue Peter https://youtu.be/EIwF6N8VvSg?si=JmDOptFovfb1ijj4 “Say You’ll Be Mine” MV https://youtu.be/EDZoefLylcY?si=QLqWn0q7BEUNCulM “Say You’ll Be Mine” Live at Steptacular Tour https://youtu.be/UoTrgehfQBY?si=FcFQnSt19BpGXFIv “I Think It’s Love” Live at The Next Step Live Tour https://youtu.be/keI3ZmoFze8?si=iESNnyEk8yFKL4Of “Deeper Shade of Blue” MV https://youtu.be/0RtjfvK7rXw?si=gRtV3KJ9cQjEq1d0 “Deeper Shade of Blue” Live at Party on the Dancefloor Tour https://youtu.be/2-yjV5NC7q8?si=ruO0ZU2TdOHcU6KY “When I Said Goodbye” MV https://youtu.be/M_G0t4qB3Bc?si=gtsPR3_Bcvw1wF5E “When I Said Goodbye” Colour MV https://youtu.be/fOc_0t0YuOo?si=JEu4-OkeTnKmjM6g “When I Said Goodbye” Live at Top of the Pops https://youtu.be/w6kHMEzwb3A?si=dBZjFw7sm3Qjwunf “I Surrender” Live at Steptacular Tour https://youtu.be/LNIHZKX4rc4?si=5hrO-UmiPQ4PZjhe “Since You Took Your Love Away” Live at The Next Step Live Tour https://youtu.be/JPDaYUN0CYc?si=yrxos25vWkU0U5Ls

It took us nearly 20 years, but we’ve finally arrived! In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole listen to Rachel Stevens’ cult classic album Come and Get It for the very first time - and we’re going track by track through the electro-pop goodness. From icy-cool bangers to underrated deep cuts, we’re breaking down the production, vocals, lyrics, and legacy of one of British pop’s most beloved hidden gems. Was this truly one of the greatest pop albums of the 2000s? Yes. Yes it was.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:57 - "Come and Get It" Album Info2:34 - Album Cover3:46 - "So Good"10:13 - "I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)"14:49 - "Crazy Boys"20:25 - "I Will Be There"23:30 - "Negotiate With Love"32:15 - "All About Me"36:16 - "Secret Garden"40:12 - "Nothing Good About This Goodbye"44:08 - "Some Girls"50:25 - "Je M'Appelle"53:13 - "Funny How"56:49 - "Every Little Thing"1:01:10 - "Dumb Dumb"1:04:25 - Cut or Keep1:05:57 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“So Good” MV https://youtu.be/JF8UxVUofVc?si=Moyvk98xV_gEW0b9 “So Good” Live at TOTP https://youtu.be/F0GQ2qTJZ3g?si=0IuFW1rWma8YHgS0 “I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)” MV https://youtu.be/_rWwwVSCLf0?si=bR1XrSC7vLtepLof “I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)” Live at Paul O’Grady https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LLx4qXbyxg “Negotiate With Love” MV https://youtu.be/w-thoN6hMeE?si=o8opb9iu2mMR_NLb “Negotiate With Love” Live at TOTP https://youtu.be/1PqtSzp_bh0?si=OK4ahJRyB2H5OP4n “Nothing Good About This Goodbye” Live at GM:TV https://youtu.be/m6F6j2y_aec?si=KwO_zWnJ3H5eYk5c “Some Girls” MV https://youtu.be/lVIYgig9maY?si=myFqVMhU6FNV37Hi “Some Girls” Live at CD:UK https://youtu.be/ft_kFZUxYgA?si=VGBVR_Cmrt1QRxDt

It’s time for another Pop Off episode - the ultimate music showdown - and this time we’re diving into the latest BLACKPINK solo era. Chris and Chantel Nicole break down the lead singles from each member’s most recent solo projects, covering the songs, music videos, and performances in brutal detail. Who will rise to the top and take the solo crown? Viewer discretion is advised, your fave will be criticized...Contestants:ROSÉ - "toxic till the end"JISOO - "earthquake"LISA - "FXCK UP THE WORLD"JENNIE - "like JENNIE"Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:50 - Round 1: Song26:08 - Round 2: Music Video42:48 - Round 3: Performance/Choreography1:05:24 - Overall WinnerReferences:ROSÉ - “toxic till the end” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eA0lHNZ1KCAJISOO - “earthquake” MV https://youtu.be/2V6lvCUPT8I?si=rzQ0BattFRFMbUxuLISA - “FUTW (Vixi Solo Version)” MV https://youtu.be/r5VRqWkFpEQ?si=A4-fz7b9c9CcjU9-JENNIE - “like JENNIE” MV https://youtu.be/JSFG-IE8n_c?si=vUQaYgNcajgjTVNU ROSÉ - “toxic till the end” Live at Gala des Pièces Jaunes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEmKyWBx1O4JISOO - “earthquake” Performance Video https://youtu.be/Z33suvklkx0?si=01btvy6pvEb-pZnLISA - “FUTW” YouTube Music Nights Special Performance https://youtu.be/gwRqLbWqKlM?si=XVyPG6SPXDXe3cUiJENNIE - “like JENNIE” Performance Video https://youtu.be/XD00TJ-6WSw?si=Drgb9k0zpHiPexVPChris and Chantel dancing with ILOVEDANCE [KPOP IN PUBLIC NYC] LIKE JENNIE | JENNIE (제니) DANCE COVER BY I LOVE DANCE https://youtu.be/Nt3EjaQFNic?si=gvA5Bzv7hgF1Mfxk

It’s been 25 years since Britney Spears dropped her iconic sophomore album, "Oops!... I Did It Again" and we’re finally giving it the CCTV treatment. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through Britney’s blockbuster follow-up, sharing our unfiltered thoughts on the vocals, lyrics, production, and pop legacy of each song. Did Britney level up from ."..Baby One More Time"? Was "Oops!" her best era? And do some of these tracks still slap in 2025? Whether you’re a lifelong Britney stan or just revisiting this Y2K-era gem, this review is for you.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:21 - "Oops!...I Did It Again" Album Info2:11 - Album Cover3:36 - "Oops!...I Did It Again"12:42 - "Stronger"19:38 - "Don't Go Knockin' On My Door"24:48 - "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction"28:48 - "Don't Let Me Be The Last To Know"36:59 - "What U See (Is What U Get)"41:34 - "Lucky"49:02 - "One Kiss From You"52:56 - "Where Are You Now"56:44 - "Can't Make You Love Me"1:02:00 - "When Your Eyes Say It"1:05:31 - "Dear Diary"1:10:47 - Cut or Keep1:13:38 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Oops!…I Did It Again” MV https://youtu.be/CduA0TULnow?si=-tEzixdiqxoBM0pI “Oops!…I Did It Again” Live at Top of the Pops https://youtu.be/zdwjvOVUTDg?si=UGe8m69nT54Lmmgy “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” & “Oops!…I Did It Again” Live at the MTV VMAs 2000 https://youtu.be/aWtv_MKip8o?si=Zk9DZoHuzCdqp2Fl “Stronger” MV https://youtu.be/AJWtLf4-WWs?si=_t_GUzw2XAiZZ83D“Stronger” Live at the AMAs 2001 https://youtu.be/5f0vIeIjp5M?si=1DsGTpm9DLVbCsJE “Stronger” Live at MTV Total https://youtu.be/aDpocqhjgMs?si=qQr9uwFoIHAOuo9M “Don’t Go Knockin’ On My Door” Live on Oops! Tour https://youtu.be/7oz8H0nqJvs?si=chGPF_HV5AQmmV6s"(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” Live on Oops! Tour https://youtu.be/3el5veZEv4Y?si=bhugZAIqfkfW84hQ “Don’t Let Me Be The Last To Know” MV https://youtu.be/jGoM7atmJJA?si=HdqSir9GGrUYmbCT“Don’t Let Me Be The Last To Know” Live at SNL https://youtu.be/IdIxB71qFxg?si=KQjxQQN-qDxhD5Av“What U See (Is What U Get)” Live on Oops! Tour https://youtu.be/IdIxB71qFxg?si=eWAvC6NwrGWntVNQ“Lucky” MV https://youtu.be/4vvBAONkYwI?si=y92S2wiF3i5R_mKf“Lucky” Live on the Today Show https://youtu.be/pWcjiL9_bWc?si=v6iiL_j8zbrQLeWH

We saw Beyoncé live on her Cowboy Carter Tour - and now it’s time for the unfiltered breakdown. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole dive into the full concert experience, from the setlist and live vocals to the staging, visuals, fashion, choreography, and overall creative direction of the show.We also show love to Blue Ivy’s moments, try to guess which moments Beyoncé might’ve been lip-syncing, and ask the big question: did Cowboy Carter deliver?If you’re searching for a Beyoncé Cowboy Carter tour review, want the full setlist breakdown, or just want to know if she pulled off this country-pop reinvention live - this is the episode for you.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro37:16 - Overall Thoughts - creative direction, setlist, stage, costumes17:15 - REQUIEM (AMERIICAN REQUIEM, Blackbird, The Star-Spangled Banner, Freedom, YAYA, Why Don't You Love Me)24:30 - REVOLUTION (AMERICA HAS A PROBLEM, SPAGHETTII, Formation, MY HOUSE, Diva)31:08 - REFUGE (ALLIIGATOR TEARS, JUST FOR FUN, PROTECTOR, FLAMENCO)38:40 - MARFA (DESERT EAGLE, RIIVERDANCE, II HANDS II HEAVEN, TYRANT, THIQUE, LEVII'S JEANS, SWEET ★ HONEY ★ BUCKIIN’, PURE/HONEY, SUMMER RENAISSANCE)46:00 - TEASE (TEXAS HOLD 'EM, Crazy In Love, Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It), Love On Top, Irreplaceable, If I Were A Boy, Jolene, Daddy Lessons, BODYGUARD, II MOST WANTED, CUFF IT, HEATED, Before I Let Go)58:08 - RENAISSANCE (DAUGHTER, I'M THAT GIRL, COZY, ALIEN SUPERSTAR)1:08:23 - RECLAMATION (16 CARRIAGES, AMEN)References:5/25/25 MetLife Concert FULL by BV Concerts https://youtu.be/VrsLyU8nuVA?si=p4205IeSkzsk__B2 Robot missing Beyonce’s drink in LA https://www.tiktok.com/@alexgetarealjob/video/7503285528498818334Blue getting her earring caught in Beyonce’s hair https://www.tiktok.com/@doseofbey/video/7504953565392145686?q=blue%20earring&t=1749769450963 Not Shy Dance Crew - BeyonceBowl cover featuring Chantel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXZ4gjfHb4E

We finally listened to One Direction’s debut album "Up All Night" and we’re breaking it down, track by track. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole give their first-time listen and brutally honest review of the album that launched 1D into global boyband fame. Neither of us were Directioners, so this isn’t a nostalgia trip - it’s a real critique of the production, vocals, lyrics, and pop impact from fresh ears in 2025. Is "Up All Night" a classic of the 2010s boyband boom, or just a moment in time? We talk hits, deep cuts, and everything in between.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro3:29 - Album Cover5:53 - "What Makes You Beautiful"18:48 - "Gotta Be You"25:08 - "One Thing"33:39 - "More Than This"38:18 - "Up All Night"42:44 - "I Wish"47:34 - "Tell Me A Lie"53:50 - Taken"57:57 - "I Want"1:01:52 - "Everything About You"1:05:48 - "Same Mistakes"1:09:20 - "Save You Tonight"1:12:59 - "Stole My Heart"1:16:49 - Cut or Keep1:19:41 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“What Makes You Beautiful” MV https://youtu.be/QJO3ROT-A4E?si=G1zSFHgItcE9eQKs “What Makes You Beautiful” Live Red or Black https://youtu.be/igMf_nbglRQ?si=U5q27FE0tjL4WLlM“Gotta Be You” MV https://youtu.be/nvfejaHz-o0?si=yMHrrwx3-UIif02t“Gotta Be You” Live X Factor https://youtu.be/y0SUyFeOFUI?si=vm__yr8J3waatLv1“One Thing” MV https://youtu.be/Y1xs_xPb46M?si=rcrVC34d9LCqdOub“One Thing” Acoustic https://youtu.be/EDv7efxb4No?si=Gka2b4vETMc26uBe“One Thing” Live Vevo Lift https://youtu.be/gXgsMC0606I?si=5fecsjko-TSS8ZJm“More Than This” Live on Up All Night Tour https://youtu.be/b-RQIN3wo5U?si=kEuOBfDaoMWcB1aV“More Than This” Live SiriusXM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l48NsgWrgrg “Up All Night” Live Vevo Lift https://youtu.be/x0apWO5n7D0?si=enOp7zZMs2mQwinHUp All Night Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_DAItXWUbo&t=1s Kelly Clarkson - “Tell Me A Lie” Demo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EDBrx-LqPs&pp=ygUbb2VuIGRpcmVjdGlvbiB0ZWxsIG1lIGEgbGll

In this episode, we dive into SHINee’s emotional return with their new single album, "Poet | Artist". We break down the title track written and composed by Jonghyun and the b-side "Starlight". From the lyrics to the production, we explore how these two songs capture SHINee’s sound, sentiment, and legacy. Whether you’re a longtime Shawol or just tuning in, this is a moment worth sitting with.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:40 - "Poet | Artist" Info2:23 - Album Cover4:36 - "Poet | Artist" 18:30 - "Starlight"23:20 - Overall ThoughtsReferences:SHINee 샤이니 'Poet | Artist' MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF6P6BSPDRw&pp=ygUSc2hpbmVlIHBvZXQgYXJ0aXN0 “Poet | Artist” Fancam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXWEIc1WIPs&pp=ygUSc2hpbmVlIHBvZXQgYXJ0aXN0 “Starlight” Fancam https://youtu.be/dOpZoltLn2U?si=FA4bA3EycnRbU5ou

Eurovision 2025 took over Basel, Switzerland, and we’re back with our unfiltered American take! Join us as we review every performance from the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Grand Final, reacting live to all 26 finalists. From shocking results to incredible vocals, wild staging, and the ultimate Eurovision 2025 winner, we cover it all. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the madness through us, this honest review is packed with commentary, laughs, and big opinions on one of music’s biggest nights.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:27 - Norway | Kyle Alessandro – Lighter 4:16 - Luxembourg | Laura Thorn – La Poupée Monte Le Son7:51 - Estonia | Tommy Cash – Espresso Macchiato12:00 - Israel | Yuval Raphael – New Day Will Rise14:49 - Lithuania | Katarsis – Tavo Akys18:46 - Spain | Melody – ESA DIVA21:57 - Ukraine | Ziferblat – Bird of Pray25:57 - United Kingdom | Remember Monday – What The Hell Just Happened?32:01 - Austria | JJ – Wasted Love35:56 - Iceland | VÆB – RÓA38:44 - Latvia | Tautumeitas – Bur Man Laimi42:40 - Netherlands | Claude – C’est La Vie45:57 - Finland | Erika Vikman – ICH KOMME49:04 - Italy | Lucio Corsi – Volevo Essere Un Duro52:25 - Poland | Justyna Steczkowska – GAJA55:57 - Germany | Abor & Tynna – Baller1:00:04 - Greece | Klavdia – Asteromáta1:03:26 - Armenia | PARG – SURVIVOR 1:07:05 - Switzerland | Zoë Më – Voyage1:10:06 - Malta | Miriana Conte – SERVING1:13:02 - Portugal | NAPA – Deslocado1:15:52 - Denmark | Sissal – Hallucination1:21:02 - Sweden | KAJ – Bara Bada Bastu1:23:35 - France | Louane – maman1:28:41 - San Marino | Gabry Ponte – Tutta L’Italia1:31:09 - Albania | Shkodra Elektronike – Zjerm1:34:57 - Overall Thoughts

In Part 2 of our POP 101 look at Girlicious, we dive into the group’s "Rebuilt" era - complete with a new sound and look as a trio. We break down the rollout of singles like "Over You," "Maniac," and "2 in the Morning," and how the group tried to redefine themselves beyond their reality TV origins. But despite the glow-up, label changes and behind-the-scenes tension led to their quiet breakup. We also revisit the mini-reunions that followed and share our personal highlights from a discography that still deserves more love.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro0:14 - "Over You" and "Sexy B****"5:06 - Natalie's arrest7:03 - "Maniac"12:39 - "2 In The Morning"15:08 - "Rebuilt" album20:40 - "Hate Love"22:40 - Chrystina and Natalie's departure; split28:09 - Mini-reunions and post-group activities33:13 - Discography highlightsReferences:“Only You” Official Audio https://youtu.be/QcKYQ0sQ3gw?si=SEWYY8doTEzIll0J“Sexy Bitch” (David Guetta and Akon Cover) Official Audio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkka3LAB7ZU“Maniac” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgjwywlSrZ0“Maniac” Video Rehearsal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLLLQKEzXRU“Maniac” Live Fancam https://youtu.be/tmhVzFeH-cg?si=9iWDPQ3TsNReS7FV “2 In The Morning” Live Fancam https://youtu.be/nJirj_ALZ_s?si=mpmb8o47J1fA6pohGirls United - X Factor Audition https://youtu.be/tO1yM3MYtTE?si=jyLQvNAtWlj2d6gvCarli de Ville’s Girlicious Deep Dive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_Mz2z6yJbQChrystina Sayers - Testimonial https://youtu.be/nKe-GpHuyPA?si=PlfAIqe4MM7uO8ue Natalie dancing “Like Me” https://www.instagram.com/p/C-yItK8yVfl/ Queen Priyanka & Nichole Cordova performing “Like Me” and “Stupid S***” https://youtu.be/rixQtwTLVEc?si=ceXV9i4QFMYrK2vK

The hotly anticipated debut single from KATSEYE has gone viral - for better or worse. In this episode of CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show, we give our unfiltered thoughts on the chaotic pop anthem, “Gnarly.” We break down the song’s production, lyrics, music video, and performance - while trying to make sense of the online meltdown it’s triggered. Is it genius satire? A misunderstood slay? Or just… a lot? Let us know: are YOU team “Gnarly” or team “Make it stop”?Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro2:29 - Song8:13 - Lyrics13:54 - Music Video20:56 - Choreography and Performance28:39 - What's next for KATSEYE?References:“Gnarly” MV https://youtu.be/R2-yomhYAj4?si=8t56gxrCNnS3tveR“Gnarly” MV (Choreography Version) https://youtu.be/PkMKJEkE8Mo?si=3hhgJe3332XS2bPS“Gnarly” Music Bank Choreo https://youtu.be/VBD1B25wZeo?si=LE4v7ucVKqkDQ3oLCheck us out on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/pop_music_podcasts/

Welcome to the April 2025 edition of Pop Off! This month, Chris and Chantel Nicole go head-to-head with three of the hottest K-Pop and K-Pop adjacent comebacks and new singles: XG with "In The Rain", &TEAM with "Go In Blind" and CHUU with "Only cry in the rain".We’re breaking down each release across song, video, and performance, giving our unfiltered opinions and plenty of love (and maybe a little shade). Who dominated the month? Who surprised us? And who left us wanting more?Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro2:00 - Round 1 - Song22:43 - Round 2 - Video41:06 - Round 3 - Performance56:42 - Final WinnerReferences:XG - “In The Rain” MV https://youtu.be/BydbhAzmAzg?si=ZKTDCSYFwirjpyoC XG - “In The Rain” Live at Coachella fancam by @powdrrrpuff https://youtu.be/BlzMttpHzfE?si=X7bn3R-y-dBAZiaa CHUU 츄 - “Only in the rain” MV https://youtu.be/NhoZ_BYqp0I?si=D_eFimtn19Nh-VrZ CHUU 츄 - “Only in the rain” Live at Show Champion https://youtu.be/-Dz05xDexxE?si=dcwv3g7hax5kb6kx &TEAM - “Go In Blind (月狼)” MV https://youtu.be/RjJTiajpyrA?si=xjvnnNzBzpDMDp4V &TEAM - “Go In Blind (月狼)” Dance Practice https://youtu.be/yATIYPTjxVg?si=sm-arzSaRCS2To30

In Part 1 of our POP 101 deep dive, we’re unpacking the wild, reality TV origin story of Girlicious - the girl group built by Pussycat Dolls founder Robin Antin. From on-screen drama to real-life chart success, we follow their rise from TV competition to unexpected Canadian pop royalty. We discuss their debut album and singles "Like Me", "Stupid S***", and "Baby Doll", and unpack Tiffanie’s messy exit as the group faces label changes and uncertain footing in the industry.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:00 - Were we fans of Girlicious?3:31 - Pussycat Dolls Present: Girlicious and Formation15:05 - “Like Me”21:13 - “Stupid S***”25:42 - “Girlicious” debut album32:44 - “Baby Doll”38:03 - Tiffanie’s departureReferences:Pussycat Dolls Present: Girlicious Finale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qvaen67USoo&list=PLBnGEyayLwe4r3TTLLtW8UBgM0fC24o0i&index=10 “Like Me” MV https://youtu.be/LE3ZEPSW1j8?si=tZcjfNVb8-SwG5iY“Like Me” Live at the MMVAs 2009 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9vwk6xop3Y&pp=ygUXZ2lybGljaW91cyBsaWtlIG1lIGxpdmU%3D Get With Girlicious Part 1 https://youtu.be/VdTKO9DeLkk?si=A72WWzkqlNMvyEbN “Stupid S***” MV https://youtu.be/MoOUn6OJZZM?si=DPAilbRe-Eo4TCDb “Still In Love” Live at MuchMusic https://youtu.be/yHIU__2feZc?si=b4K5O-efVkxah3s- “Liar Liar” Live at MuchMusic https://youtu.be/fOBEC2JJv6s?si=2RGAZq_yfL4SPmjN “Baby Doll” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0GVfa71yIYTiffanie discusses Girlicious https://youtu.be/tZsiCnVhsGI?si=3PTjkLJ6HK7CWM5Y MMVAs 2010 Awards https://youtu.be/RfuTXzlFTE8?si=CU64ikEQLlttzCDv

Lady Gaga is back in her fun, unfiltered, and unpredictable era with the release of "MAYHEM" - but does it live up to the hype? In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track-by-track through Gaga’s latest album, giving their brutally honest thoughts on the production, lyrics, vocals, and all the glorious (and maybe not-so-glorious) chaos in between.We also dig into her headline-making Coachella 2025 set (aka #GAGACHELLA) and how it ties into the MAYHEM era. Is Gaga reclaiming her crown with this glitter-drenched comeback, or is it just a hot pop mess? Let’s get into the mayhem. Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:13 - Album Info2:17 - Album Cover4:10 - "Disease"12:36 - "Abracadabra"21:13 - "Garden of Eden"24:45 - "Perfect Celebrity"29:43 - "Vanish Into You"34:15 - "Killah" feat. Gesaffelstein 39:39 - "Zombieboy"44:30 - "LoveDrug"48:24 - "How Bad Do U Want Me"53:45 - "Don't Call Tonight"57:21 - "Shadow of a Man"1:01:42 - "The Beast"1:05:57 - "Blade of Grass"1:25:33 - "Die With A Smile" with Bruno Mars1:18:00 - Cut or Keep1:20:08 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Disease” MV https://youtu.be/fmC6b6_ovZY?si=a9TFwvt9WH0mjiB1“Abracadabra” MV https://youtu.be/vBynw9Isr28?si=XPDbrE6LNYOIlN66 “Abracadabra” Live at SNL https://youtu.be/NLviy39Q1A8?si=37ibvOeP2eicYsZc “Killah” Live at SNL https://youtu.be/SrPN_eK8RKc?si=PVtAD2cVMwySgI1L “Die With A Smile” MV (with Bruno Mars) https://youtu.be/kPa7bsKwL-c?si=L0R9JBs3W5jJgL7C “Die With A Smile” Live in Las Vegas (with Bruno Mars) https://youtu.be/fnPxkuFIA48?si=QPO6RcnG_xqxV2kL GAGACHELLA 2025