Can't Stop The Pop
In each episode of Can’t Stop The Pop, Matty Atkins and Craig Herman discuss a pop song from the ‘90s and ‘00s, offering facts, insight and some occasionally unconventional thoughts. If you like what we do, leave a review! Follow us on: X: @cantstoppop Instagram: @mat_atkins9 @cantstop_thepop TikTok: @cantstopthepoppodcast @cantstop_thepop Website: www.cantstopthepop.com E-mail: admin@cantstopthepop.com
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Dannii Minogue vs. Flower Power – You Won't Forget About Me
04/23/2026
Dannii Minogue vs. Flower Power – You Won't Forget About Me
Get your vibe on because Can't Stop The Pop is back for a new year-long series of monthly episodes, and where better place to start than with Dannii Minogue vs. Flower Power’s mid-‘00s anthem, ‘You Won’t Forget About Me’. Matty and Craig explore how the track represented a timely evolution of the ‘Neon Nights’ formula and marked a new era for Dannii Minogue’s career as she signed with All Around The World (AATW). Yet, despite high expectations commercially, the fallout of what actually happened when the single was released, and the subsequent stop-start album(s) campaign leaves much to discuss – including an impassioned rant from Craig about the ineptitude of AATW and a wild comparison by Matty. As ever, we cover the song, its unflattering video (Dannii Minogue should *not* be cleaning up drink spillages), the chart stats and a notable remix that reimagines ‘You Won’t Forget About Me’ as elevator music. No, really. To read about ‘You Won’t Forget About Me’ on Can't Stop The Pop: If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Spice Girls – Viva Forever
12/26/2025
Spice Girls – Viva Forever
It’s the season three finale of Can't Stop The Pop, and as befitting such an occasion, we’re looking back at ‘Viva Forever’ by the Spice Girls. Matty and Craig reflect on how this – the fourth single from the ‘Spiceworld’ album – marked the end of the group’s imperial era as Geri Halliwell quit. We examine what makes the song so sonically and structurally different from any other Spice Girls ballad, how the surrounding context elevated its impact and offer interpretations of the music video featuring those infamously creepy fairies. Matty also gives a thorough critique of the ill-fated ‘Viva Forever!’ jukebox musical and what went so wrong. Along with the all-important chart stats, we discuss how Geri Halliwell’s departure altered the plans for ‘Viva Forever’ to be a double A-side with ‘Never Give Up On The Good Times’ and how the song stacks up in the list of best-selling Spice Girls singles. To read about ‘Viva Forever’ on Can't Stop The Pop: If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Goldfrapp – Ooh La La
12/19/2025
Goldfrapp – Ooh La La
Things take a supernatural turn in this episode of Can't Stop The Pop as Matty and Craig discuss Goldfrapp’s 2005 hit, ‘Ooh La La’. We examine how the duo’s sound evolved from their earlier material, resulting in a breakthrough that propelled them to new commercial heights and helped shape the charts. It seems only fitting that in approaching the work of such a creative, diverse act, the episode contains tangential references to Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, 19th-century poetry, Rachel Stevens and a well-known Soho sauna. But it’s all (mostly) relevant to contextualise and celebrate the quality of ‘Ooh La La’, its visually striking music video and those all-important chart stats…before closing with a rant about the Grammys. This episode is anything but Baudelaire! If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Mariah Carey & Whitney Houston – When You Believe
12/12/2025
Mariah Carey & Whitney Houston – When You Believe
In this episode of Can't Stop The Pop, two divas join forces to deliver a vocal masterclass as Matty and Craig discuss Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston’s superstar duet: ‘When You Believe’. We look at the manufactured rivalry between the two singers and how their duet for the soundtrack to the animated movie ‘The Prince Of Egypt’ was an almost inconceivable prospect in the ‘90s. There’s some convincingly technical discussion about how their voices complement one another both on the track and in the live performances. Plus, we get into the Oscars drama where Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds – who co-wrote the 'pop’ version of the song that Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston performed at the ceremony – missed out on an Academy Award for his contribution. And, while ‘When You Believe’ wasn’t a chart-topping hit for Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, the track did later reach #1 when Leon Jackson released it as his X Factor winner’s single. So, we felt compelled to talk about that, too (be warned: strong opinions are expressed). To read about 'When You Believe' on Can't Stop The Pop: If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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I Dream (Feat. Frankie and Calvin) – Dreaming
12/05/2025
I Dream (Feat. Frankie and Calvin) – Dreaming
The S Club bandwagon comes to a crashing halt in this episode of Can't Stop The Pop as we look back at the bizarre turn of events that was I Dream. Find out what happens when you merge S Club 8 with five additional aspiring singers/actors, cast them all in a TV show and then release a single featuring just two members of the group. It’s fair to say that Matty and Craig have very different opinions on the resulting product that was ‘Dreaming (Feat. Frankie and Calvin)’. As well as the song itself, we discuss the muddled marketing for I Dream, share some first impressions of the TV show, try to work out what the ambition of the project was and vent our frustrations at S Club 8 being thrown under the proverbial bus in such a peculiar manner. Plus, we have the all-important chart stats for both ‘Dreaming’ and the accompanying album, ‘Welcome To Avalon Heights’ (brace yourselves for the peak position…). To read about 'Dreaming' on Can't Stop The Pop: If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Phixx – Hold On Me (Feat. Peter Smith)
11/28/2025
Phixx – Hold On Me (Feat. Peter Smith)
In this episode, Matty and Craig revisit the electrophonic revolution that was Phixx and their very '80s, very (homo)erotic debut single: 'Hold On Me'. We're joined by Peter Smith from the group to discuss his dramatic exit from Popstars: The Rivals, how the sound and image for Phixx came together and what went wrong with One True Voice. In a brutally honest interview, Peter also reveals the truth about his experience in the music industry, his departure from the group and what he's been up to since. To read about 'Hold On Me' on Can't Stop The Pop: If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can follow Peter Smith on Instagram: and You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Louise – Naked
11/21/2025
Louise – Naked
We feel your lips, your fingertips...in this episode of Can't Stop The Pop, Matty and Craig are revisiting 1996 when Louise released her third solo single, 'Naked'. This is one of those perfect songs that gets everything right in terms of sound, production, styling and visuals. In fact, Craig declares one moment as his favourite in any pop track...ever! And what on earth has Peppa Pig got to do with 'Naked'? Listen to find out how the anthropomorphic piglet landed herself a lawsuit from the songwriters for copyright infringement. Yes, really. To read about 'Naked' on Can't Stop The Pop: If you like what we do, please leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Taylor Swift – Love Story
11/14/2025
Taylor Swift – Love Story
Are you…ready for it? In this episode, sparks fly as Matty and Craig discuss Taylor Swift’s breakthrough (and, for several years, only) hit in the UK: ‘Love Story’. Join us as we look back at the lead single from the ‘Fearless’ album, a music video that left us both enchanted and a relentless promotional campaign that went out of the woods to include appearances on The Paul O’Grady Show and Loose Women. After running through some crazier chart stats, Matty and Craig each name their favourite Taylor Swift song, plus there’s some overdue exoneration for ‘Me!’ If you like what we do, please make sure there’s no bad blood and leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Glitter & Gold vs Can't Stop The Pop – Live In Manchester
11/07/2025
Glitter & Gold vs Can't Stop The Pop – Live In Manchester
Presenting Glitter & Gold vs Can't Stop The Pop – LIVE! This special episode was recorded live at the Here & Now Gala Night pre-show fan event on September 4th 2025, as we set out to determine our favourite Steps single. The rules were simple (after Craig explained them several times): every Steps single* went head-to-head, with the winner staying on until each podcast was left with their favourite. Then it was down to the audience to choose between them and declare the ultimate Steps single. Which song won? Listen to find out. Craig, Matty, Shane and Brad also answered some listener-submitted questions, including our favourite Steps B-sides, thoughts on Eurovision, any notable misfires and our hopes for the 30th anniversary. Thank you to Ultimate Steps and Claire Richards Central for co-hosting the event, , for being such a welcoming venue, and to all the fans who came along to the pre-show event, helping us raise more than £1,000 for charity. You can follow Can’t Stop The Pop at: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube: You can follow Glitter & Gold at: Instagram: TikTok: You can follow Ultimate Steps at: Instagram: You can follow Claire Richards Central at: Instagram:
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Geri Halliwell – It's Raining Men (Live at the Kings Arms for London Pride 2025)
08/07/2025
Geri Halliwell – It's Raining Men (Live at the Kings Arms for London Pride 2025)
Presenting Can't Stop The Pop...LIVE! On July 2nd, 2025, we hosted our first live podcast at the Kings Arms in Soho as part of the London Pride celebrations. For this very special occasion, we discussed 'It's Raining Men' by Geri Halliwell, and in this episode, you can hear the audio from the event. We talk about Geri Halliwell's interpretation of the song for the soundtrack to Bridget Jones' Diary (and some of the adjustments from the original), the music video, which has nothing to do with the movie, the chart stats, and Craig rants about the concept of the 'Scream If You Wanna Go Faster' album. Thank you to the Kings Arms for hosting the event, and everyone who came along to support us. If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: To read about 'It's Raining Men' on Can't Stop The Pop: You can find out more about the Kings Arms, Soho by visiting: and following them on Instagram: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Sugababes – About You Now
07/31/2025
Sugababes – About You Now
In this episode, Matty and Craig bring yesterday back around to discuss the Sugabab-babes' (seriously, what was with the typography for this campaign?) biggest hit: 'About You Now'. Despite unanimous praise for the song and a consensus that the music video was slightly underwhelming, there are wildly different opinions on what 'About You Now' meant for where the group were at this point, and how it potentially influenced their subsequent career. We also talk about the Miranda Cosgrove version of the track (begrudgingly, in Matty's case), which charted in America. And, of course, no discussion of 'About You Now' would be complete without mentioning that iconic 'Hollyoaks' scene... If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Ambitions (Feat. Joe McElderry)
07/24/2025
Ambitions (Feat. Joe McElderry)
For this episode, we've ventured (just) outside the '90s and '00s to discuss Joe McElderry's 2010 single, 'Ambitions'. And we've bent the rules with good reason because the man himself joins us to look back at his first post-X Factor release. Joe gives us all the background on the song's origins as a chart-topping hit for the Norwegian band Donkeyboy and how it helped shape the sound of his debut album, 'Wide Awake'. We discuss the making of the music video (including that iconic choreography) and how the record label reacted to the commercial performance of 'Ambitions'. Joe also talks to us about his subsequent success becoming a triple-reality TV show winner, the inspiration behind his recent material, honouring George Michael's musical legacy and much more. We hope you enjoy listening to the episode — and discovering what life is like inside and outside the X Factor bubble — as much as we did recording it. If you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can follow Joe McElderry on Instagram: and TikTok: You can also follow us on Instagram: , and TikTok: ,
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Five – Let's Dance
07/17/2025
Five – Let's Dance
In this kingsize episode, Matty and Craig look back at 'Let's Dance', which earned Five their third #1 hit while simultaneously becoming the backdrop to the group's sudden implosion as they split before the single had even left the top 40. There are differing opinions on the song, and a music video that hasn't aged particularly well for several reasons. We also revisit how Five announced their split on MTV just four weeks after releasing their third album, 'Kingsize'...it's not an easy listen. Plus, fans of 'Inspector Gadget' rejoice because we even found time to talk about that, too! If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: To read about 'Let's Dance' on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Will Young – Leave Right Now
07/10/2025
Will Young – Leave Right Now
This week, Matty and Craig look back at a seminal moment for pop music, when Will Young released Leave Right Now and proved there was life after TV talent shows with a critically and commercially acclaimed second album. We examine the origins of the track and how Eg White began by trying to write a Christmas song for Gareth Gates. We also discuss the single-shot music video and share some quirky chart stats, which saw Leave Right Now almost beaten to the #1 spot in the UK and belatedly enter the US Billboard Hot 100 in 2010. Plus, this was the era of the infamously terrible World Idol, and you'd better believe we have thoughts on that... If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Melanie C – I Turn To You
07/03/2025
Melanie C – I Turn To You
In this episode, Matty and Craig hit the Ibiza dancefloor to look back at Melanie C's I Turn To You. The fourth single from the Northern Star album received a remix by Hex Hector, which helped propel it to the top of the charts. We discuss misheard lyrics in the song, an unintentional Jurassic Park reference in the music video, and those all-important stats, which saw Melanie C become the first woman to score a #1 hit as part of a quintet, quartet, duo, and as a solo artist. If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: To read about I Turn To You on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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H & Claire – All Out Of Love
06/26/2025
H & Claire – All Out Of Love
In this episode, we're looking back at H & Claire's third (and final) single, All Out Of Love. It's a song that, in many ways, marked a full-circle moment for the duo, reuniting them with a familiar team of Steps songwriters as they prepared to release their debut album. There's so much to discuss, not least a Jumanji-inspired dance break from the music video. Plus, Matty questions whether the track's key change is real, and the evidence against is compelling. Let us know your thoughts on that one...! If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you want even more exclusive Can't Stop The Pop content, head over to Patreon: To read about All Out Of Love on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on: Instagram: , TikTok: , YouTube:
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Supersister – Coffee (Feat. Louise Fudge)
06/06/2025
Supersister – Coffee (Feat. Louise Fudge)
In this episode, we're joined by Louise Fudge - one third of Supersister - to talk about the group's iconic '00s hit, Coffee. Find out what inspired the lyrics, what the song's got in common with It's Raining Men, and which act were chosen to perform on Top Of The Pops instead of Supersister. We also discuss their recently released Lip Service album, the group's triumphant live comeback at Mighty Hoopla 2025 and what's next for Supersister. We had a latte fun (sorry) recording this one, so we hope you enjoy it! To read about 'Coffee' on Can't Stop The Pop: You can follow Supersister on Instagram: and TikTok: You can also follow us on Instagram: , and TikTok: ,
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Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 4)
04/25/2025
Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 4)
Welcome to the fourth and final episode of a special series of Can't Stop The Pop X CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show, where we pit Steps against S Club in an almighty pop-off. Here's how it works: The singles from both acts were paired chronologically from their debut onwards, and we picked our favourite for each round. By this point, we're deep into the S Club Juniors/8-era of the S Club brand, as we compare and discuss: Here and Now vs New DirectionYou'll Be Sorry vs Puppy LoveChain Reaction vs Fool No MoreWords Are Not Enough vs SundownI Know Him So Well vs Don't Tell Me You're Sorry Which act will triumph? Listen to the full series of episodes to find out. Follow CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show on X: , Instagram: and on YouTube: Follow Craig on X: , Instagram: and TikTok: Follow Matty on Instagram: and TikTok:
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Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 2)
04/24/2025
Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 2)
Welcome to the second episode in a special four-part series of Can't Stop The Pop X CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show, where we pit Steps against S Club in an almighty pop-off. Here's how it works: The singles from both acts were paired chronologically from their debut onwards, and we picked our favourite for each round. In this episode, we compare and discuss: Better Best Forgotten vs NaturalLove's Got A Hold On My Heart vs Never Had A Dream Come TrueAfter The Love Has Gone vs Don't Stop Movin'Say You'll Be Mine vs Have You EverBetter The Devil You Know vs You Which act will triumph? Listen to the full series of episodes to find out. Follow CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show on X: , Instagram: and on YouTube: Follow Craig on X: , Instagram: and TikTok: Follow Matty on Instagram: and TikTok:
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Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You
12/20/2024
Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You
It's time... For our Christmas episode, we're celebrating 30 years of All I Want For Christmas Is You and discussing how Mariah Carey's 1994 festive hit has become a perennial chart staple. Among the talking points are the song's origins (and an embarrassing attempt by Craig to pronounce Walter Afanasieff's name), its initial chart success and what's happened in the streaming era, we look back at some iconic live performances, reflect on how the track has become an annual meme, and Matty shares his thoughts on All I Want For Christmas Is You (SuperFestive!) featuring Justin Bieber. We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did recording and editing it. Happy holidays to all our listeners. If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 3)
11/22/2024
Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 3)
Welcome to the third episode in a special four-part series of Can't Stop The Pop X CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show, where we pit Steps against S Club in an almighty pop-off. Here's how it works: The singles from both acts were paired chronologically from their debut onwards, and we picked our favourite for each round. In this episode, S Club pass the baton to S Club Juniors as we compare and discuss: Deeper Shade Of Blue vs AliveWhen I Said Goodbye vs Say GoodbyeSummer Of Love vs Love Ain't Gonna Wait For YouStomp vs One Step CloserIt's The Way You Make Me Feel vs Automatic High Which act will triumph? Listen to the full series of episodes to find out. Follow CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show on X: , Instagram: and on YouTube: Follow Craig on X: , Instagram: and TikTok: Follow Matty on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 1)
11/08/2024
Pop-Off: Steps vs. S Club (Part 1)
Welcome to the first episode in a special four-part series of Can't Stop The Pop X CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show, where we pit Steps against S Club in an almighty pop-off. Here's how it works: The singles from both acts were paired chronologically from their debut onwards, and we picked our favourite for each round. In this episode, we compare and discuss: 5, 6, 7, 8 vs Bring It All BackLast Thing On My Mind vs S Club PartyOne For Sorrow vs Two In A MillionHeartbeat vs You're My Number OneTragedy vs Reach Which act will triumph? Listen to the full series of episodes to find out. Follow CCTV: The Nonstop Pop Show on X: , Instagram: and on YouTube: Follow Craig on X: , Instagram: and TikTok: Follow Matty on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Victoria Beckham – Let Your Head Go
07/12/2024
Victoria Beckham – Let Your Head Go
Easy V doesn't come for free! For our second season finale, we're discussing an artist and a song so seismic that they allegedly brought down an entire record label. It's Victoria Beckham with her dance-pop track, Let Your Head Go. We delve into a complicated situation that resulted in two different albums being recorded (neither of which was officially released), Victoria Beckham's prominent role in relaunching Top Of The Pops, the brilliantly self-deprecating music video for Let Your Head Go and the song's continued absence from streaming platforms. If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! To read about Let Your Head Go on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Madonna – Hung Up (Feat. James Rodriguez)
07/05/2024
Madonna – Hung Up (Feat. James Rodriguez)
It's confessions on a podcast this week as we discuss Madonna's ABBA-sampling smash hit, Hung Up. To help us dissect this behemoth pop song we're joined by a special guest: James Rodriguez, host of The Original Doll. With James' expert knowledge, we delve into the circumstances surrounding the single and why Madonna's tenth studio album - Confessions On A Dancefloor - was such a significant moment in her career. Matty shares his memories of Hung Up and what it means to him as a Madonna fan, while there's an unexpected drag battle revelation from Craig. Please check out The Original Doll with James Rodriguez. You can find information about the show at: You can follow James on X: , Instagram: and TikTok: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Avril Lavigne – Sk8er Boi
06/28/2024
Avril Lavigne – Sk8er Boi
Dude, you wanna crash the mall? Grab your air guitars because, in this episode, Craig and Matty are coming back down to earth to talk about Avril Lavigne's Sk8er Boi. We discuss what it was like to be a teenager when pop-rock took over the charts (think baggy jeans, hoodies and those chains that hung from everyone's pockets) and how Sk8er Boi managed to condense pretty much everything that era represented into a 3½ minute song. Plus, no critique of Avril Lavigne would be complete without acknowledging the enduring conspiracy theory that is...Melissa. If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! To read about Sk8er Boi on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Kylie Minogue – Your Disco Needs You
06/21/2024
Kylie Minogue – Your Disco Needs You
This week, Craig and Matty are discussing Your Disco Needs You, the Kylie Minogue song that was allegedly deemed "too gay" to release in the UK. Can Matty talk about one of his favourite artists of all time without going off on a tangent? Almost. We managed to stay focused for long enough to cover the song, the remixes, the incredible vocals and the music video for this intentionally camp Kylie classic. If you like what we do, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! To read about Your Disco Needs You on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Stacie Orrico – (There's Gotta Be) More To Life
06/14/2024
Stacie Orrico – (There's Gotta Be) More To Life
This week on the podcast, Craig and Matty are stuck on Stacie Orrico, a Christian Contemporary artist who was signed by Virgin Records and launched as a mainstream pop star in the '00s. (There's Gotta Be) More To Life was her second single, and it's flipping brilliant. We discuss the track and the music video (with its many looks, both good and bad). Matty gives an informed, technical analysis of Stacie Orrico's voice, plus, find out which iconic '00s movie Craig has never seen. To read about (There's Gotta Be) More To Life on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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M2M – Don't Say You Love Me
06/07/2024
M2M – Don't Say You Love Me
Who's that Pokémon? This week, Craig introduces Matty to Don't Say You Love Me by M2M, which is, of course, taken from the official soundtrack to the cinematic masterpiece Pokémon: The First Movie. We discuss the song, the brilliantly '90s/'00s music video (with unnecessary dance breaks aplenty) and what M2M did after Don't Say You Love Me. Plus, find out which were our first ever starter Pokémon. The results are revealing... To read about Don't Say You Love Me on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Scooch – More Than I Needed To Know
05/31/2024
Scooch – More Than I Needed To Know
Take those lies and let them go (woah, woah) because this week, Matty and Craig are talking about Scooch's top-five hit, More Than I Needed To Know. We discuss how the group was formed and why this was such an important second single for them. Matty is particularly enthused by the music video, while Craig longs to own a promotional Scooch lunchbox. One thing's for four sure: there's rather a lot of grammatical confusion about the title of the group's debut album. To read about More Then I Needed To Know on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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Billie Piper – Day & Night
05/24/2024
Billie Piper – Day & Night
This week, Matty and Craig take a walk of life as they look back at Day & Night, the lead single from Billie Piper's second album. There's little disputing this as a veritable '00s classic, and while Matty is particularly enthused by the killer double-chorus, Craig is tormented by a launderette sequence in the music video. But behind the general brilliance of the track, Billie Piper wasn't having such a great time as a chart-topping pop star. So, while there's much to celebrate about Day & Night, it also came at a high price... To read about Day & Night on Can't Stop The Pop: You can also follow us on X: , Instagram: and TikTok:
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