Danity Kane "The Untold Chapter" in NYC - Our Candid Thoughts

We’re back with a quick and candid chat about Danity Kane’s The Untold Chapter show in NYC, which we attended live at Webster Hall.In this mini-episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole break down the vocals, setlist, crowd energy, and overall vibe of seeing Aubrey, D. Woods and Aundrea bring the DK catalog back to life in 2025. From nostalgia hits to surprise standouts, we’re sharing our unfiltered thoughts - straight from the floor.Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops

Originally released in 2005 as a bonus disc to Chemistry, Girls Aloud’s holiday collection "Christmas 'Round At Ours" has officially been reissued for the first time in 2025 as a standalone album - on red vinyl, CD, and streaming.In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole review the full album, from festive originals like "Not Tonight Santa", "Count the Days", and "I Wanna Kiss You So (Christmas in a Nutshell)" to classic Christmas covers including "I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday" and "Jingle Bell Rock". We discuss the vocals, production, songwriting, and legacy of this fan-favorite release and whether it deserves a spot among the best pop Christmas albums.0:00 - Intro1:12 - Album Info2:12 - Album Cover4:21 - “Christmas ‘Round At Ours”8:58 - “Merry Xmas Everybody”12:40 - “Not Tonight Santa”17:33 - “Jingle Bell Rock”22:25 - “Count The Days”28:03 - “I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday”32:28 - “I Wanna Kiss You So (Christmas in a Nutshell)”36:43 - “White Christmas”40:48 - Cut or Keep42:55 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“Not Tonight Santa” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tm6lZ7pvj5M&pp=ygUdZ2lybHMgYWxvdWQgbm90IHRvbmlnaHQgc2FudGE%3D“Jingle Bell Rock” Live at Christmas Mania https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQFRR4Zs-m4&pp=ygUcZ2lybHMgYWxvdWQgamluZ2xlIGJlbGwgcm9ja9IHCQkVCgGHKiGM7w%3D%3D“I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday” Live at Christmas Mania https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dwpt4Fjyjas

In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole unwrap "Kylie Christmas" - the original 2015 holiday album from Kylie Minogue, packed with festive covers, cozy originals, and guest appearances from Iggy Pop, Frank Sinatra, and James Corden.We dive into the vocals, production, arrangements, and full camp appeal, asking: does this album earn its place among modern pop holiday staples? From "Every Day’s Like Christmas" to "Santa Baby", we explore what makes Kylie’s first Christmas album a stylish seasonal statement.All of our Kylie episodes!: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd_MfDbJG3bZY3ePJP5rlhvh6P6moLVwy&si=mOAYI3jc-0CcKmupJoin us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:13 - “Kylie Christmas” Album Info2:11 - Album Cover5:01 - “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”9:06 - “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” feat. Frank Sinatra15:24 - “Winter Wonderland”18:00 - “Christmas Wrapping” with Iggy Pop23:28 - “Only You” with James Corden28:16 - “I’m Gonna Be Warm This Winter”31:43 - “Every Day’s Like Christmas”37:41 - “Let It Snow”41:36 - “White December”46:42 - “2000 Miles”50:54 - “Santa Baby”54:59 - “Christmas Isn’t Christmas ’Til You Get Here”59:01 - “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”1:03:33 - Cut or Keep1:06:52 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:A Kylie Christmas Live from the Royal Albert Hall 2015 https://youtu.be/nGHmcBeIdFA?si=TQlkV8aZJJV2dc0Z“It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Studio Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pPpxsbqxR8&pp=ygUla3lsaWUgbW9zdCB3b25kZXJmdWwgdGltZSBvZiB0aGUgeWVhcg%3D%3D “Winter Wonderland” Live at the Graham Norton Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLjpFvZQkxE&pp=ygUXa3lsaWUgd2ludGVyIHdvbmRlcmxhbmQ%3D “Only You” Official Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=107C8PMY8cM&pp=ygUOa3lsaWUgb25seSB5b3XSBwkJFQoBhyohjO8%3D “Only You” Live with M. Pokora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kn6LsKITt7Y&pp=ygUOa3lsaWUgb25seSB5b3U%3D“I’m Gonna Be Warm This Winter” Live at Strictly Come Dancing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVIGP7fl1Bs&pp=ygUba3lsaWUgd2FybSB0aGlzIHdpbnRlciBsaXZl“Every Day’s Like Christmas” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f37t3m7W-NA&pp=ygUPa3lsaWUgY2hyaXN0bWFz “Let It Snow” Live at Rockefeller Center 2010 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVty8b0jX3M&pp=ygURa3lsaWUgbGV0IGl0IHNub3c%3D “Santa Baby” Live at TOTP 2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYgU7M4ptrc&pp=ygUQa3lsaWUgc2FudGEgYmFieQ%3D%3D “Christmas Isn’t Christmas ’Til You Get Here” Studio Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9V4sGPWci0&pp=ygUwa3lsaWUgY2hyaXN0bWFzIGlzbid0IGNocmlzdG1hcyB0aWwgeW91IGdldCBoZXJl

When Niall Horan released his debut solo album Flicker in 2017, many didn’t expect the quiet, guitar-playing Irish member of One Direction to deliver one of the strongest post-1D projects - but he just might have.In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole revisit Flicker to explore how Niall leaned into folk-pop, soft rock, and singer-songwriter influences to create a surprisingly cohesive and emotionally resonant debut. We dig into the production, lyrics, and standout tracks like "This Town", "Slow Hands", and "Too Much to Ask", and ask: did Niall find his lane better than some of his louder bandmates?Join us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro1:28 - "Flicker" Album Info2:43 - Album Cover4:27 - "On The Loose"11:40 - "This Town"15:51 - "Seeing Blind"20:36 - "Slow Hands"24:50 - "Too Much To Ask"29:24 - "Paper Houses"33:32 - "Since We're Alone"37:22 - "Flicker"43:05 - "Fire Away"46:13 - "You And Me"51:49 - Cut or Keep52:56 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences: “On The Loose” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk99OKNE_Ro&pp=ygUYbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gb24gdGhlIGxvb3Nl“This Town” Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNBlfyYHu80&pp=ygUVbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gdGhzaSB0b3du “Seeing Blind’ Official Acoustic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKbl19xeSIQ&pp=ygUYbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gc2VlaW5nIGJsaW5k0gcJCQMKAYcqIYzv “Slow Hands” Live from Madison Square Garden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_NO5PzMy6E&pp=ygUWbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gc2xvdyBoYW5kcw%3D%3D “Too Much To Ask” MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljXSjIph5ZM&pp=ygUbbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gdG9vIG11Y2ggdG8gYXNr “Flicker” Live on the Today Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSdwMBbfyg4&pp=ygUTbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gZmxpY2tlcg%3D%3D “Fire Away” Live with the RTE Concert Orchestra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wxu7rJKVgkQ&pp=ygUVbmlhbGwgaG9yYW4gZmlyZSBhd2F5

Born from MTV’s Making the Band, Danity Kane could’ve been just another short-lived reality TV group - but their 2006 self-titled debut proved they were much more than a pop experiment. In this episode, Chris and Chantel Nicole revisit the Danity Kane album to see if it truly ranks among the best reality show-born releases. We dive into the vocals, production, and standout tracks like "Show Stopper", "Ride for You", and "Sleep On It", and explore why this album still holds up nearly two decades later. With sleek R&B-pop, tight harmonies, and actual artistic direction (yes, even with Diddy in the mix), did Danity Kane deliver one of the strongest girl group debuts of the 2000s?Reaction to the Untold Chapter Tour Announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKW3Vohuc0wJoin us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/CCTVPOPSFollow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cctvpops0:00 - Intro3:39 - "Danity Kane" Album Info4:49 - Album Cover8:15 - "One Shot"12:33 - "Heartbreaker"17:08 - "Want It"22:43 - "Right Now"29:09 - "Show Stopper"37:58 - "Hold Me Down"43:38 - "Come Over (Interlude)"46:45 - "Ooh Ahh"50:04 - "Press Pause"53:40 - "Ain't True (Interlude)"55:33 - "Ride For You"1:04:27 - "Touching My Body"1:08:51 - "Back Up"1:13:13 - "Stay With Me"1:18:54 - "Sleep On It"1:23:43 - Cut or Keep1:26:07 - Overall Thoughts & Final RatingReferences:“One Shot” Live at Making the Band 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbdiLa2ecNg&pp=ygUUZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgb25lIHNob3TSBwkJAwoBhyohjO8%3Dc “Want It” Live at Making the Band 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wklK4qeuoYU&pp=ygUTZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgd2FudCBpdA%3D%3D “Right Now” Live at Making the Band 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gmyiscXrb8&pp=ygUVZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgcmlnaHQgbm93“Show Stopper” feat. Yung Joc MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mO6J_UgmGxA&pp=ygUXZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgc2hvd3N0b3BwZXI%3D“Show Stopper” Live at CD:USA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyMsNsD0bSY&pp=ygUXZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgc2hvd3N0b3BwZXI%3D “Hold Me Down” Studio Session from Making the Band 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92sgnSjljkA&t=16s&pp=ygUYZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgaG9sZCBtZSBkb3du DK3 - “Hold Me Down” Live at Irving Plaza 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvF5pmsfHzM&pp=ygUYZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgaG9sZCBtZSBkb3du “Ride For You” MV https://youtu.be/B8oeumqqFAM?si=TbSVxl5d9IQibAcr “Ride For You” Live on the Tyra Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqgPnB7PY7o&pp=ygUYZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgcmlkZSBmb3IgeW91 “Touching My Body” on Making The Band 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--5sM73Ux94&pp=ygUbZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgdG91Y2hpbmcgbXlib2R5 “Sleep On It” Studio Session from Making the Band 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH-1o9k6p_U&t=233s&pp=ygUXZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgc2xlZXAgb24gaXQ%3D DK4 - “Sleep On It” Live at House of Blues LA #DKLA 2013 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neYKZR3EL_s&pp=ygUXZGFuaXR5IGthbmUgc2xlZXAgb24gaXQ%3D

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

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

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

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

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