Y2K POP UNIVERSE

Who cares about being in a toxic relationship if it looks and feels so good? Trust me, in the long run, it's not worth it - hopefully Mya teaches us the do's and dont's of being in a situationship like this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling overwhelmed with the hustle and bustle of the holidays? Well, this song is just for you! The original 80's Christmas classic by The Waitresses' gets a 90's pop re-work none other than the powerhouse 90's girl group - The Spice Girls! Hopefully this episode finds you in a great space for whatever holiday vibe you're in. Merry Christmas! SONGS FEATURED: SPICE GIRLS - CHRISTMAS WRAPPING THE W...

The most streamed song on "Moodring", according to Spotify, and for good reason!! This is by far one of my favorite songs of all time and in my opinion one of Mya's best songs ever as well. With amazing samples, production, lyrics that touch the heart and a stunning vocal show case - I can't wait for you to dive in to this romantic journey all about falling in love. SONGS FEATURED MYA - FALLEN THE...

Mya's 2003 hit "My Love is Like...Wo!" is a moment in time worth reliving! On this episode, I start the coverage of Mya's 3rd album "Moodring" and get in depth on the performance of the 1st single and 1st track of the album which really sets the mood for the entire project! SONGS FEATURED: MYA - MY LOVE IS LIKE...WO! (MAIN MIX) BLACK ROB - WOAH! MYA - MY LOVE IS LIKE...WO! PT. II (ALL STAR MIX) MY...

The end of our pop journey with the Girls is here - and they leave us with kind of a head-scratcher track, but it's still sweetly bizarre bop full of Xenomania quirks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, all the way from America! I hope this episode finds you well. I wanted to do something special for you and what better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than getting down and dirty with Willa Ford's 2001 single "I Wanna Be Bad"! While this is a certified bop, Willa's career never quite took off in the way she was hoping. In this episode, I provide my expert analysi...

This episode takes me all over the place and covers a lot of Y2K Pop Culture History! We're talking about Girls Aloud, Aqua & Lene Nystrom, Moonbaby, Ellen von Unwerth, Sophie Muller and much more! Oh, and "Totally Spies" too?! Are you ready? Cuz here we goooo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although our journey is nearly complete, the album ain't slowin' down. Get back into reality with this uptempo bop that asks the question: is love worth losing yourself over? SONGS FEATURED: GIRLS ALOUD - REAL LIFE GIRLS ALOUD - REAL LIFE (LIVE FROM THE WHAT WILL THE NEIGHBOURS SAY? TOUR) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although this was never a single, this song is nothing short of ICONIC. While the word has lost its meaning in this world of social media, it applies to this pop gem. Originally written for Britney Spears' album "In The Zone", this song found itself on Girls Aloud second album "What Will The Neighbours Say?" and we thank the Pop Gods for that!!! This is a beloved fan favorite and I thoroughly enjo...

Who knew that a song recorded in 2004 would be so poignant in 2024? This touching ballad of resilience found a new significance with the passing of Sarah Harding in 2021 and I talk all about the song's meaning on this special episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Track 7 from Girls Aloud's second album is all about exploring a voyeuristic fantasy and embracing the the new era of being watched. This matches the rise of the reality show golden age in the early 2000's and the booming internet culture of lifecasting and personal blogs. I talk about one of the internet's first lifecasters, Jennifer Ringley, who was ahead of the trend that has become part of the...

We've moved on from the singles to the album tracks on Girls Aloud's second album, and this is when the album really starts to shine. Nurse your hangover and regrets with this jumbo sized episode that also covers into the musicality of one of GA's significant contributors, Moonbaby aka Miranda Cooper. SONGS FEATURED: GIRLS ALOUD - DEADLINES & DIETS GIRLS ALOUD - DEADLINES & DIETS (LIVE FRO...

Track 4, "Jump", which was actually from 2003 is featured on this album, which is kind of confusing but more than likely a business move to get more interest in the album. Following that is "Wake Me Up", which is the fifth single from "WWTNS?" and undoubtedly a career highlight and another gem in the crown of Girls Aloud iconic pop masterpieces. Also: biker chicks!!! SONGS FEATURED: GIRLS ALOUD -...

Girls Aloud third single from the album "What Will the Neighbours Say?" is their second cover, but my question is....was this actually needed? SONGS FEATURED: GIRLS ALOUD - I'LL STAND BY YOU THE PRETENDERS - I'LL STAND BY YOU GIRLS ALOUD - I'LL STAND BY YOU (TONY LAMEZMA REMIX) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm back!! Again!! No, but for real this time! On this episode I continue my journey covering Girls Aloud second album, "What Will The Neighbours Say?" I'm on to track 2, which is also single 2 for the Girls, which is "Love Machine". I may have an unpopular opinion on this song, even though it's considered one of their best songs. What do you think? SONGS FEATURED : GIRLS ALOUD - LOVE MACHINE GIRL...

One of the best pop albums from one of the best pop groups of all time. This is the lead single from the sophomore effort, "What Will The Neighbours Say?" from Girls Aloud and what a song!! Join me, a simple American, in 2004 as I stumble onto these girls by pure coincidence, not knowing they would becoming the most successful girl group of the 21st century. Songs featured: Girls Aloud - The Show,...

An extra juicy and chatty episode to celebrate the finale of HOTEL PAPER by Michelle Branch. HOTEL PAPER is Michelle's sophomore effort after "The Spirit Room" and is genuinely one of my fav albums of all time. This is the true meat of the album where the themes of love and loss are turned up to 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your favorite podcast in the world is finally back! In this episode, I talk about Michelle Branch. If you read this far, send me an email @ y2kpopuniverse@gmail.com with your fav cookie flavor in the subject line Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back to covering the best in Y2KPOP, this new season extension is all about Michelle Branch's sophomore album, the iconic Hotel Paper. In this episode, I cover the first three tracks: Are You Happy Now, Find Your Way Back and Empty Handed. Not only did Michelle beat the sophomore slump but she came back with HITS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spice Girls foreverrrrrrr - here we are folks - the end of a momentous era. The Spiceworld finale awaits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'll tell you what I want, what I really really want! I am back to start wrapping up the epic Back in Britain concert. Things are heating up in Spiceworld - but as the finale looms - what is in store for our girls? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another Spice Girls podcast episode! We are back in Spiceworld and discuss a myriad of topics from musical direction, the real audience of the Spice Girls, have they technically split?, and so much more! It has been a blast covering this concert. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What break? Yes, I lied. On the last episode of the series, I mentioned there would be a summer break but I'm back with a special 4 part series covering one of my favorite groups of all time. Today I am talking about the Spice Girls LIVE at Wembley Stadium in 1998 for their Back In Britain series. These last show come at the end of a tumultuous tour. Now the group is missing Geri plus there are Sp...

Parting is such sweet sorry - literally. This beautiful break up songs ends our season, but don't cry because it's over - smile because it happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A sort -of poignant episode about a left-field song on "Autobiography". Probably one of the heaviest track on the album, I dive in to the lyrics and try to understand - what are we giving away? Our power? Our happiness? Living in the shadow of someone else's dream? Listen now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.