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Honeyz: The Demise, the Comebacks, and What’s Next | POP 101: A Guide to Honeyz (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our Honeyz retrospective, we dive into the highs and lows of the British girl group’s final releases and post-breakup years. From unreleased singles and shelved albums to their many reunions and lineup changes, we examine the challenges they’ve faced and their lasting impact on British pop music. As Honeyz tease plans for their 25th anniversary, we explore what could be next for this iconic group. Don’t miss the conclusion of this deep dive into one of pop music’s most dramatic stories!
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References:
“Not Even Gonna Trip” MV https://youtu.be/s5_vAJ2XZVI?si=LMiv8nhJ_7uvlG-F
“I Don’t Know” MV https://youtu.be/RBvNO4RwuFk?si=5_jJj2DSpbVWRHTd
“Talk To The Hand” MV https://youtu.be/umpgwSguEDM?si=aLuMv_NHRRGtFDCj
“Finally Found” Live at Hit Me Baby One More Time https://youtu.be/ALLxXCqcxD8?si=HhUw72rali7iCUzT
“How You Remind Me” Live at Hit Me Baby One More Time https://youtu.be/EJ_JKvODbeE?si=-L0un5KhEwCHOPsL
The Big Reunion talk https://youtu.be/RTX6RnWSlyQ?si=SYwc2mt5ru02y9w7
“Finally Found” Live at The Big Reunion https://youtu.be/c9SB6iLNCEM?si=6qg2pqzd3xc_rlJg
“Won’t Take It Lying Down” Live at The Big Reunion https://youtu.be/7UbY3C6cUXo?si=vYUsBl2-v2udC4k6
“Love of a Lifetime” and “End of the Line” Live at the Big Reunion https://youtu.be/fe47jMu8PNw?si=52Dw0BrRAhmNYd9D
“Definitely Something” Live at 90s Reloaded (Fancam) https://youtu.be/HbnFwhto-2Q?si=dNPP25aoS_KTBrzf
Célena on Britain’s Got Talent https://youtu.be/saPd5z9hQcE?si=It5Q-6xFKXHRu_xc
Mariama on The Voice UK https://youtu.be/B6uhhW28dEQ?si=YoUkYV5B68EudIlh
“Just As I Am” (unreleased from the “Harmony” album) https://youtu.be/J2zOHwng-LY?si=D11C2N5VfN2uHfd3
“Good Love” https://youtu.be/DChddV1rQvo?si=enmPN6Kx7ExOl53J
“Why You Wanna Lie on Me?” https://youtu.be/smCNT67dryU?si=ZP6OjKN5--TYcINc
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Honeyz: Drama, Lineup Shakeups, and the Rise of a Girl Group | POP 101: A Guide to Honeyz (Part 1)
Honeyz is one of the most iconic girl groups in British pop music history! In Part 1 of our POP 101 series, we dive into their formation and the drama surrounding lineup changes involving Celena Cherry, Heavenli Abdi, Naima Belkhiati, and Mariama Goodman. We also uncover the events that led to the group losing their American record deal after a key departure. Discover the stories behind their early hits, the chaos that shaped their journey, and the potential that made them unforgettable. Don’t miss this deep dive into the rise of one of pop’s most fascinating girl groups!
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References:
“Finally Found” MV https://youtu.be/JRsZXa6OUMw?si=d_7uJRmYtfnLrGqO
“End of the Line” MV https://youtu.be/1HBH47F-hCI?si=o7guv0wvQ2lRxGKg
“Love of a Lifetime” MV https://youtu.be/U6kXaxivLy0?si=k1fwPcXvISQuymFE
Australian promo with Fake Heav https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnHXIDRscAs
“Love of a Lifetime” Live at TOTP https://youtu.be/VdLztLGZZJc?si=xnjzMj8cu5QY5e5I
“Never Let You Down” MV https://youtu.be/av6R1bsJL2w?si=AR6VNspgVWptkBcf
“Won’t Take It Lying Down” MV https://youtu.be/AE9PKciLUxw?si=mhBrkTS0j0zMVY20
“Won’t Take It Lying Down” Live at TOTP https://youtu.be/B4nE_A__U4k?si=HZWfT4J_aqF54tH0
“Love To Love You Baby” Live at Sing It Your Way https://youtu.be/L_Q3U8gc5P0?si=Q5tUKRghsIZKwHmv
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HYBE Girl Group Showdown 2024: KATSEYE vs NewJeans vs LE SSERAFIM vs ILLIT
The battle is on! In this episode, we’re putting HYBE’s biggest girl groups head-to-head in a Pop Off you won’t want to miss. We’re diving into the latest 2024 releases - NewJeans’ "How Sweet", LE SSERAFIM’s "Crazy", KATSEYE’s "Touch", and ILLIT’s "Tick Tack", breaking down the songs, music videos, and performances to crown the ultimate winner. Got a favorite? Join the debate in the comments!
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References:
NewJeans - “How Sweet” MV https://youtu.be/Q3K0TOvTOno?si=kbbB_7kOc4fLOYwe
NewJeans - “How Sweet” Live @ FNS Music Festival Day https://youtu.be/S77jRJUS-Qc?si=RZw4bviQZY65am2Y
KATSEYE - “Touch” MV https://youtu.be/l9CZykYZkOQ?si=AlDjJYnmYP9Brl_B
KATSEYE - MAMA Performance 2024 https://youtu.be/I8erREJ08p8?si=6XFdcAJfP6_Ndo83
KATSEYE - “Touch” Dance Practice https://youtu.be/7EXEf4uBdDk?si=30zVOQ2UYKAQa2S7
LE SSERAFIM - “Crazy” MV https://youtu.be/n6B5gQXlB-0?si=Cs6cm0AcslNd5LHo
LE SSERAFIM - “Crazy” Dance Practice https://youtu.be/ZJwC0VYzGIs?si=CAzSkzDatlkC3Gpm
ILLIT - “Tick-Tack” MV https://youtu.be/-nEGVrzPaiU?si=4wPAZaaqP4qhA9_v
ILLIT - “Tick-Tack” Music Core https://youtu.be/28ReZuSwau0?si=NmG7wO9xt33zXYMJ
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Who's the Ultimate Pop Girl of 2024? Sabrina Carpenter vs. Charli XCX vs. Chappell Roan
We’re breaking down the breakthrough hits that defined summer 2024! It’s Chappell Roan with "Good Luck, Babe!", Sabrina Carpenter with "Espresso", and Charli XCX with "360". From unforgettable melodies to viral visuals and electrifying performances, we’re putting these tracks head-to-head to crown our ultimate pop queen. Who had the biggest summer anthem? Which hit deserves the top spot? Tune in for the heated debate, and let us know your winner in the comments or on socials at @CCTVpops. 🌟 Let the Pop Off begin! 🚨
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References:
Chappell Roan - “Good Luck, Babe!” Jimmy Fallon https://youtu.be/vL92xyS0IEM?si=T8AHq-0IyXkCQdFS
Chappell Roan - “Good Luck, Babe!” VMAs https://youtu.be/6ENzV125lWc?si=A4m88hFhYh1F418G
Chappell Roan - “Good Luck, Babe!” Lollapalooza https://youtu.be/IO-JvOTn8TM?si=HflSac8jW7uXqffU
Sabrina Carpenter - “Espresso” MV https://youtu.be/eVli-tstM5E?si=JCioakPZQ657uDJw
Sabrina Carpenter - “Espresso” Jimmy Fallon https://youtu.be/fJQsKTbo6j8?si=TgPiUvBC5WKSZffX
Sabrina Carpenter - “Espresso” CapitalFM Summertime Ball https://youtu.be/gCs9qmvUolI?si=htRM6MFpWrH4jBGp
Sabrina Carpenter - “Espresso” SNL https://youtu.be/g3hPBfZi7uE?si=O1BN3G-lX0IY8vIa
Charli XCX - “360” MV https://youtu.be/WJW-VvmRKsE?si=hOZuhCGONZPFwRSH
Charli XCX - “360” SNL https://youtu.be/UV226kmbv6U?si=8LcVEPkBndXfmQLE
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Pop Off: XG vs TAEYEON vs G-DRAGON (November 2024 Comebacks) with Ashley of A3Day Podcast
Welcome to the November 2024 K-Pop edition of 'Pop Off'! In this episode, we bring you an epic showdown between three K-Pop acts and their latest releases: XG, TAEYEON and G-DRAGON (feat. TAEYANG & DAESUNG). We give all of our unfiltered opinions in this ultimate showdown with special guest host, Ashley Borjon, host of An Album A Day and A3Day Sister Show podcasts.
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References:
XG - “HOWLING” MV https://youtu.be/rGqEuk8Om-4?si=DL0-kb1IF08OkWMW
XG - “HOWLING” Choreography https://youtu.be/fULqHHYn0XM?si=4-ql0MHKcMr3rUXh
TAEYEON 태연 - “Letter To Myself” MV https://youtu.be/wqN1vLPX-no?si=PmjBQKuDxU-b22aC
TAEYEON 태연 - “Letter To Myself” Live https://youtu.be/OyBO0nLrrq0?si=FzkHWDPmMagUeirE
G-DRAGON - “HOME SWEET HOME” feat. TAEYANG & DAESUNG Live @ MAMA 2024 https://youtu.be/QtFNIZV_RO8?si=Spor0ZsFNTW62z52
Join music industry specialists and pop music fans Chris and Chantel Nicole as they deep-dive and reveal all of their unfiltered thoughts on the best pop acts, songs, albums and concerts from around the world, from legends to current K-Pop groups. Viewer discretion is advised, your fave will be criticized… Join us on Patreon and follow us on socials: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops https://cctvpops.com/
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