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• Girls Aloud "Chemistry" - One of the Best Girl Group Albums Ever?

  In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole dive into Girls Aloud’s 2005 album Chemistry - widely considered one of the most inventive and critically acclaimed girl group albums of the 2000s. Produced by Xenomania, Chemistry blends electro-pop, British quirk, and experimental songwriting into a record that pushed the boundaries of mainstream pop. We discuss the album’s unique structure, standout tracks like "Biology", "Models", and "Watch Me Go", and how it helped redefine what British pop could sound like. Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:23 - "Chemistry" Album Info2:15 - Album Cover4:23 - "Intro"6:30 - "Models"10:53 - "Biology"19:12 - "Wild Horses"23:49 - "See The Day"31:56 - "Watch Me Go"38:28 - "Waiting"42:48 - "Whole Lotta History"50:33 - "Long Hot Summer"56:57 - "Swinging London Town"1:02:24 - "It's Magic"1:05:57 - "No Regrets"1:09:32 - "Racy Lacey"1:13:49 - Cut or Keep1:15:30 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Intro / Models” Live at Chemistry Tour 2006 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoV8kvz_yNQ&pp=ygURZ2lybHMgYWxvdWQgaW50cm8%3D “Models” Interlude at Ten Tour 2013 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grpnqlmgAZA&pp=ygUSZ2lybHMgYWxvdWQgbW9kZWxz “Biology” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBPtP4t2J1k “Biology” Live at Vodafone Live Music Awards 2006 https://youtu.be/vl2KyEZFY6c?si=5BaXZECnx4CUJjom “Wild Horses” Live at Chemistry Tour 2006 https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x18fsfa “See The Day” MV https://youtu.be/7qKSC8w4qC4?si=-Uf4e4Zct8U2_ffD“See The Day” Live at the Great Big Bid https://youtu.be/4pvhjYGPJZg?si=OuHiZfUaX1_nbU07 “Watch Me Go” Live at Chemistry Tour 2006 https://youtu.be/Ex0He2gyIKY?si=p9NlHg8xEqBb2MSv “Watch Me Go” Live at Brighton Pride 2024 https://youtu.be/wBl8_vxJ9n0?si=VwQ9L-Y551ERHlKj “Waiting” Live at Out of Control Tour 2009 https://youtu.be/XCq2q-zAN1c?si=fdBT_C3sOl0L_p-t “Whole Lotta History” MV https://youtu.be/ozx-VvqO_ys?si=FJj9XYMP2OS1EvQ- “Whole Lotta History” Live at CD:UK https://youtu.be/QWKykK_r2h0?si=0itdasJ1auB-zR3X “Long Hot Summer” MV https://youtu.be/7-72xwJ4ytY?si=yMxapwAZ_C4ZNEYE “Long Hot Summer” Live at GM:TV https://youtu.be/FkOoiOUeaGk?si=RyBA4MRD-oBZqKEK “Racy Lacey” Live at Chemistry Tour 2006 https://youtu.be/FMd7-XB3Ph4?si=9YEgFAfX7ou4YncDc

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• Victoria Beckham - A Misunderstood Solo Debut?

  With renewed attention on Victoria Beckham thanks to the hit Netflix documentary, it’s the perfect time to revisit her 2001 self-titled debut album. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole dive into the music, image, and legacy of Posh Spice’s solo era - one that was largely dismissed at the time. Was "Victoria Beckham" an overlooked gem? A misunderstood moment? Or simply not the pop moment it was supposed to be? We break down the production, vocals, lyrics, and the industry context that may have stacked the odds against her. From "Not Such an Innocent Girl" to "Midnight Fantasy", we’re revisiting the album that had ambition, attitude, and a whole lot of fashion...Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:49 - "Victoria Beckham" Album Info3:56 - "Not Such An Innocent Girl"10:50 - "A Mind Of Its Own"17:42 - "That Kind Of Girl"21:31 - "Like That"25:52 - "Girlfriend"29:40 - "Midnight Fantasy"34:18 - "I.O.U"40:19 - "No Trix, No Games"43:53 - "I Wish"49:16 - "Watcha Talkin' Bout"54:15 - "Unconditional Love"57:27 - "Every Part Of Me"1:00:40 - Cut or Keep1:01:57 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Not Such An Innocent Girl” MV https://youtu.be/Dl15xG3cHd4?si=m58Ugsjv5i8dEvUJ“Not Such An Innocent Girl” Live (Both Versions) https://youtu.be/eTNwRB6_XDc?si=mezkQw0ES3X-BbQP“Not Such An Innocent Girl” Live on CD:UK (Evil Version) https://youtu.be/ijAJaityAcU?si=ZYypY_Q2ykpL6kTn “A Mind Of Its Own” MV https://youtu.be/zGZj6lWlzu8?si=QaXUVu5-J4B2X5Q7 “A Mind Of Its Own” Live at Des O’Connor https://youtu.be/terOqvMEzeQ?si=ZIwhaE4KXfWVxsCF“Midnight Fantasy” Live at G-A-Y https://youtu.be/KUspyhrXvds?si=jIXKezTwE-e2ua25“I.O.U” Live at Parkinson https://youtu.be/Tvf04-F47d8?si=6BaG59UdHEqa3nSO “I Wish” feat. Robbie Craig Live at Friday Night’s All Wright https://youtu.be/aJKRFzrIXqc?si=RqAKMGEWMNcLre6j

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• Mariah Carey "Here For It All" - Does It Live Up to the Legacy?

  The legend returns. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole review "Here For It All", the long-awaited new album from Mariah Carey. Known for her timeless vocals, emotional ballads, and glittering pop moments, Mariah sets out to remind the world why she’s one of the greatest to ever do it. We break down the lyrics, vocals, production, and highlights - from classic Mariah-style slow burns to fresh, modern flourishes that prove she’s not here to play.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro0:58 - “Here For It All” Album Info1:37 - Album Cover3:15 - “Mi”8:27 - “Play This Song” feat. Anderson .Paak17:21 - “Type Dangerous”24:02 - “Sugar Sweet” feat. Shenseea & Kehlani29:07 - “In Your Feelings”33:50 - “Nothing Is Impossible”39:05 - “Confetti & Champagne”45:56 - “I Won’t Allow It”50:42 - “My Love”55:20 - “Jesus I Do” feat. The Clark Sisters1:01:09 - “Here For It All”1:06:36 - Cut or Keep1:07:53 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Play This Song” feat. Anderson .Paak MV https://youtu.be/csNmuAogO2g?si=luVQ5UIzsBTYon1I“Play This Song” feat. Anderson .Paak Live at Jimmy Fallon https://youtu.be/NtGnoZJ9ESw?si=N6D5OqGYt1f2E50z “Type Dangerous” MV https://youtu.be/_NPe8d6n8qU?si=SJo2OQ2sbk5YDZEO“Type Dangerous” Live at CapitalFM Summertime Ball 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrTMjuoOMGM “Sugar Sweet” feat. Shenseea & Kehlani Lyric Video https://youtu.be/LbRb0YYIh-M?si=TJxv3MXBDm2aBqoN“Sugar Sweet” Live at iHeartRadio Festival 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4aUOR8IFTk “In Your Feelings” Live Preview https://youtu.be/kv6YW0-DigI?si=KIzVVJBBIJLsmRqT “Here For It All” Live Preview https://youtu.be/pOvLobVIqck?si=lsPApfP6zHR2XQ-S

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• JADE "That’s Showbiz Baby!" - Best Pop Album of 2025?

  In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole go track by track through JADE’s highly anticipated solo debut, "That’s Showbiz Baby!" - her first full-length release since her time in Little Mix. With sharp songwriting, big vocals, and bold, theatrical production, this album is already making waves as a potential pop album of the year.We discuss the lyrics, vocals, concept, and creative direction, including standout tracks like “Angel of My Dreams”, “It Girl”, and “FUFN”, with contributions from RAYE, Cirkut, Lostboy, and more. JADE drops the “Thirlwall” and steps into her own chaotic pop universe - filled with synth-pop, electroclash, and full diva energy.Is this the strongest solo debut from a girl group alum in years? Or just a really fun, messy moment? Let’s talk.0:00 - Intro1:17 - "That's Showbiz Baby!" Album Info2:19 - Album Cover4:13 - "Angel of My Dreams"11:18 - "IT Girl"17:15 - "FUFN (F*** You For Now)"24:56 - "Plastic Box"31:25 - "Midnight Cowboy"37:39 - "Fantasy"44:04 - "Unconditional"49:51 - "Self Saboteur"54:36 - "Lip Service"59:15 - "Headache"1:05:12 - "Natural at Disaster"1:09:33 - "Glitch"1:13:59 - "Before You Break My Heart"1:20:23 - "Silent Disco"1:24:44 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Angel Of My Dreams” MV https://youtu.be/UEc-oy93lf8?si=Q3gp3V2lHIRbLJs5 “IT Girl” Visualizer https://youtu.be/DO6vYic0TyA?si=FImp3pbLLnpmkep6 “FUFN” MV https://youtu.be/xA4ORUeCods?si=2LyvcStwFlsrAcey “FUFN” Live at Radio 1 Big Weekend https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MhPlR3OVik&pp=ygUOamFkZSBmdWZuIGxpdmU%3D “Plastic Box” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn4mni6GJD0 “Midnight Cowboy” Visualizer https://youtu.be/ZEriLZ4VhQ8?si=R52ZB0uoa1mlXAlO “Fantasy” MV https://youtu.be/zgUwi6RmC9Q?si=16-npPKO4U8VNX7a “Unconditional” Visualizer https://youtu.be/cu4--ehajz0?si=SKWVkxnQSkpDyIkM “Self Saboteur” Visualizer https://youtu.be/YVbipGXwi0o?si=IEoxp4BSoZAefEf7 “Lip Service” Visualizer https://youtu.be/XRZjuaGugiQ?si=sryRHOrH9bQO2w03 “Headache” Visualizer https://youtu.be/ibNCW4P48BM?si=KHDqulVxmLkVZYtE “Natural at Disaster” Visualizer https://youtu.be/Y7Dtvr41Jy8?si=qkvKlOB-Vy33siUj “Glitch” Visualizer https://youtu.be/835e-KXNf5A?si=DbGJ4HAW7HPMaImP “Before You Break My Heart” Visualizer https://youtu.be/eU0eVJPDxoE?si=tPE7AvznMbvEpol3 “Silent Disco” Visualizer https://youtu.be/6QkYn1uYs7Y?si=kUdpdc6QR4z3dpm2

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• KPOPPED - Global Pop Chaos or Brilliance? (with Right Back At Ya!) | Apple TV+

  Apple TV+’s "KPOPPED" series promised a global pop dream: legendary Western artists teaming up with K-pop idols to remix iconic hits. But did the execution live up to the concept?In this special CCTV x Right Back At Ya! crossover, Chris and Chantel Nicole join Joel and David to break down the full first season of KPOPPED - from the music and performances to the cultural clash, creative choices, and what actually worked (and didn’t). We’ve got opinions - so many, in fact, we fully volunteer ourselves as consultants for Season 2. Call us, Apple. We've got notes. Right Back At Ya! The 2000s Pop Music Podcast: https://linktr.ee/rightbackpodJoin us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:09 - Update from Right Back At Ya!2:45 - "KPOPPED" on AppleTV+ concept8:55 - Meghan Thee Stallion x Billie - “Savage”13:45 - Patti LaBelle x Billie - “Lady Marmalade”22:37 - Spice Girls (Emma and Mel B) x ITZY - “Wannabe”27:18 - Spice Girls (Emma and Mel B) x ITZY - “Say You'll Be There”34:00 - Vanilla Ice x Kep1er - “Ice Ice Baby”38:43 - Taylor Dayne x Kep1er - “Tell It To My Heart”45:17 - Kesha x JO1 - “Joyride”50:50 - Eve x JO1 - “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” 54:23 - Kylie Minogue x ATEEZ - “Can’t Get You Out Of My Head”1:02:13 - J Balvin x ATEEZ - “Mi Gente”1:07:59 - Boy George x STAYC - “Karma Chameleon”1:13:22 - TLC x STAYC - “Waterfalls”1:21:00 - Ava Max x KISS OF LIFE - “Kings & Queens”1:26:00 - Jess Glynne x KISS OF LIFE - “Hold My Hand” 1:33:18 - BOYZ II MEN x BLACKSWAN - “Motownphilly” 1:41:36 - BOYZ II MEN x BLACKSWAN - “End Of The Road” 1:46:22 - Overall Thoughts and Plans for Season 2References:Amerie x 4Minute - “Heard ‘Em All” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgjwkCmQruM Meghan Thee Stallion x Billie - “Savage” https://youtu.be/bUmuaVeDUDc?si=YxhL9CRbBf6ITYP7Patti LaBelle x Billie - “Lady Marmalade” https://youtu.be/pJnDXcCj_go?si=BRlkL0tkciDdxr73Spice Girls x ITZY - “Wannabe” https://youtu.be/xlTZKsqP3_E?si=OLcK4mNNrRSc_HbG Spice Girls x ITZY - “Say You’ll Be There” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHc6cUo5ahMVanilla Ice x Kep1er - “Ice Ice Baby” https://youtu.be/2IXnm1UPzJw?si=waFhNTe5MyY8IZsy Taylor Dayne x Kep1er - “Tell It To My Heart” https://youtu.be/sN6XxjRFG-g?si=-7jGy75puVzZQeb_ Kesha x JO1 - “Joyride” https://youtu.be/1tEKYIOZu3I?si=wS5-F3kG3cRlGegh Eve x JO1 - “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” https://youtu.be/VrVEeqNh4OA?si=zT9wXeQKDBPiUFEZ Kylie Minogue x ATEEZ - “Can’t Get You Out Of My Head” https://youtu.be/EM01sxWIOtE?si=8y15wgmLBYyPpXfW J Balvin x ATEEZ - “Mi Gente” https://youtu.be/krVKWJJ622s?si=fpKk_Vi5fTJSFpub Boy George x STAYC - “Karma Chameleon” https://youtu.be/hI5b4453L0s?si=QEynDtLppypQ2ZYn TLC x STAYC - “Waterfalls” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwH_JHlPsAs Ava Max x KISS OF LIFE - “Kings & Queens” https://youtu.be/FPLIJ-ZGdx4?si=wMpKqibrInid5yi4 Jess Glynne x KISS OF LIFE - “Hold My Hand” https://youtu.be/4cK8jK7jTus?si=9ywgLF9YElG4mMXu BOYZ II MEN x BLACKSWAN - “Motownphilly” https://youtu.be/15hkO238oCw?si=Ru_ftzhFK1BcI2aV BOYZ II MEN x BLACKSWAN - “End Of The Road” https://youtu.be/Wicq5R0f8D0?si=ZAfPKC9Kzx6A701b

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