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• &TEAM "Back to Life" - Did They Deliver With Their Korean Debut?

  It’s a major milestone for HYBE’s Japanese-based boy group &TEAM - their long-awaited Korean debut is finally here. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole review "Back to Life", the group’s new mini album and first official step into the Korean market.We dive into the production, vocals, visuals, and overall artistic direction. With tracks like the title track "Back to Life" and the emotional "Heartbreak Time Machine", does this release live up to the potential fans have been waiting for?Let’s talk evolution, ambition, and whether &TEAM are ready to rise to the top of K-Pop’s next generation.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:07 - "Back to Life" Album Info1:47 - Album Cover3:30 - "Back to Life"15:20 - "Lunatic"22:11 - "MISMATCH"29:40 - "Rush"35:03 - "Heartbreak Time Machine"41:01 - "Who am I"47:57 - Cut or Keep50:55 - Final Thoughts & Overall RatingReferences:“Back to Life” MV https://youtu.be/KqE0P1qMtQg?si=chwWh1-FaiaFUex0 “Back to Life” Live on THE SHOW 251104 https://youtu.be/L_-gGvyXUnU?si=4_0bXF8qMHezAxir“Lunatic” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA50bjt4JIk&pp=ygUNJnRlYW0gbHVuYXRpYw%3D%3D “Lunatic” Live on THE SHOW 251104 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edtuzRbdlRo&pp=ygUNJnRlYW0gbHVuYXRpYw%3D%3D “MISMATCH” Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKB9JJtohTg&pp=ygUOJnRlYW0gbWlzbWF0Y2g%3D “Heartbreak Time Machine” Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hxZuH9t2xk&pp=ygUdJnRlYW0gaGVhcnRicmVhayB0aW1lIG1hY2hpbmU%3D

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• POP 101 with AMPERS&ONE | Their Journey, Music & What’s Next

  We sat down with AMPERS&ONE for a full POP 101 deep dive - from trainee days and debut era to honest thoughts on every release so far. The group breaks down their creative process (song selection, recording, choreography, concepts), how they build group chemistry, and what they hope comes next for AMPERS&ONE: musical goals, stages they want to conquer, and the messages they want to send to fans.Hosted by Chris and Chantel Nicole of CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show, this is a warm, candid conversation designed to help new listeners discover AMPERS&ONE and give longtime fans fresh insight0:00 - Intro1:57 - Touring the US with P1Harmony3:40 - Trainee Period and Debut with AMPERS&ONE6:55 - "AMPERS&ONE" and "On And On"16:27 - Sponsor: ALAND (alandusa.com)16:54 - "ONE HEARTED" and "Broken Heart"18:30 - "ONE QUESTION" and "He + She = We"25:56 - "WILD & FREE" and "Kick Start"29:42 - "LOUD & PROUD" and "That's That"33:19 - What's next?37:51 - Fan Video (Newark, NJ)References:“On and On” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGGlsA3kfdU&pp=ygUUb24gYW5kIG9uIGFtcGVycyZvbmU%3D “Sheesh” Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-URw6l6KEMo&pp=ygURYW1wZXJzJm9uZSBzaGVlc2g%3D “Broken Heart” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yopTNOisjGo&pp=ygUXYW1wZXJzJm9uZSBicm9rZW4gaGVhcnQ%3D “He + She = We” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcsaE4T3uJg&pp=ygUUYW1wZXJzJm9uZSBoZSBzaGUgd2U%3D “Whip It” Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myeaHqvcBtg&pp=ygUSYW1wZXJzJm9uZSB3aGlwIGl0 “Kick Start” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKfsUNKMy7I&pp=ygUVYW1wZXJzJm9uZSBraWNrIHN0YXJ0 “That’s That” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1MAZnaNjgM&pp=ygUWYW1wZXJzJm9uZSB0aGF0J3MgdGhhdA%3D%3D

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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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