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Can't Stop The Pop

Matty Atkins & Craig Herman
Sugababes
About You Now
Pop Music
Steps
Let's Dance
Five
Spice Girls
Girls Aloud
S Club 7
The Spice Girls
Will Young
Mariah Carey
Melanie C
Kathy Dennis
Dr. Luke
Kingsize
90s Boy Bands
H & Claire
Phixx
All I Want For Christmas Is You

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: @matkinsactor @cantstoppop, Instagram: @mat_atkins9 @cantstop_thepop and TikTok: @cantstopthepoppodcast Website: www.cantstopthepop.com E-mail: admin@cantstopthe... more

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You cannot run and you cannot hide! Halloween is here, so what better time for Matty and Craig to examine the definitive '00s spooky bop: 'Things That Go Bump In The Night' by allSTARS*

We discuss the track's merits, including the quality of the pr... more

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Do you remember when you were 15? We certainly do, so in this episode of Can't Stop The Pop, Matty and Craig discuss Delta Goodrem's 2003 hit, 'Lost Without You'.

As ever, there's so much to talk about, including Jaci Velasquez's version of the tra... more

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Somebody hit the lights! In this episode of Can't Stop The Pop, Matty and Craig discuss 'Dip It Low' by Christina Milian, the lead single from her second album in 2004.

There is much to discuss, starting from the preceding events that saw Christin... more

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Don't tell us that you're done as far as we go because in this episode of Can't Stop The Pop, we're sitting down to have a chat about The Saturdays' 'Ego' – which snuck into the UK chart at the very end of 2009.

'Ego' was a pivotal moment in The S... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Smith
Member of Phixx and participant on Popstars: The Rivals
Phixx
Episode: Phixx – Hold On Me (Feat. Peter Smith)
Joe McElderry
Singer and entertainer, X Factor winner, known for his varied work in pop music and musical theatre
Episode: Ambitions (Feat. Joe McElderry)
Louise Fudge
Member of the pop group Supersister
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Episode: Supersister – Coffee (Feat. Louise Fudge)

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Craig Herman
Matty Atkins

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Pop Perfection

    Always a joy hearing Matty and Craig chat about forgotten pop classics and revel in the nostalgia of this music and era. A must listen for anyone who remembers checking whether CD1 or CD2 had better remixes on it at Woolworths.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atkins_Sam
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Nostalgia Overload

    2 years late to the Can’t Stop the pop party, but you are absolutely speaking my language.

    So many great pop songs gone but not forgotten, thanks for continuing to make this little gem!

    Questions I need answers to:

    Do we think the person Jessica Garlick asked to Come Back, ever did?

    Why was Lasgo so alone?

    Did anyone ever tell Ian Van Dahl why we build castles in the sky?

    is it true that Beverly Knight should coulda woulda been global phenomenon?

    Why didn’t Verbalicious play nice?

    After brea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theglenniverse
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The BEST

    Matty and Craig, they know there stuff and they have great banter which makes this podcast one of my favs. I always look forward to Friday hearing an episode and going back listening to there stuff brings a smile to my face. They are amazing guys 🩵🩵🩵

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emie_rehema
    Irelanda year ago
  • Ultra Good!! 👍🏻

    Ultra good! Loved the Ultra Nate episode. Rediscovering her album again thanks to you lot. Keep up the hard work! 😄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mal Wel
    Australia3 years ago
  • LOVE!

    I adore the commentary and it takes me right back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danalcoholic
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners praise Matty and Craig's banter, knowledge and easy rapport.
The nostalgic focus brings back memories of pop songs, artists and the music-buying habits of the era.
Listeners appreciate the attention given to forgotten or overlooked pop tracks as well as familiar hits.
The commentary prompts listeners to revisit songs and albums they had not heard in years.

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Gina G – Ooh Aah...Just A Little Bit
Q: Why did this song become such a global hit, despite mixed Eurovision results?
The track transcended Eurovision thanks to its catchy chorus, strong production, and cross-demographic appeal, reaching audiences beyond Eurovision fans and achieving big UK and European chart success.
Phixx – Hold On Me (Feat. Peter Smith)
Q: What most people are going to remember about this is the video?
Craig describes the video as bondage-themed yet not conventionally sexy, aimed at a demographic beyond typical boy band fans.
Phixx – Hold On Me (Feat. Peter Smith)
Q: What are your immediate thoughts on the song?
Craig describes "Hold On Me" as a great song that stands up today due to its 80s throwback vibes and bold artistic choices in the video.
Ambitions (Feat. Joe McElderry)
Q: What are your future ambitions?
I'd love to release music outside of the UK and eventually do a musical film.
Ambitions (Feat. Joe McElderry)
Q: How in a nutshell did the two experiences compare?
Pop star to opera star was a real fun project for me and taught me how to sing classical crossover music, and got me an album, which was unexpected but successful.

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What is Can't Stop The Pop about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Matty Atkins and Craig Herman revisit pop songs from the 1990s and 2000s, pairing track-by-track commentary with personal memories and context about the artists' careers. Most episodes focus on one song, examining its writing, production, video, chart performance and place in the wider pop landscape. The hosts also discuss record-label decisions, release campaigns, remix culture and the changing music industry, with occasional live episodes and guest interviews adding variety.

The appeal is a mix of affection and critique: familiar hits sit alongside overlooked singles and short-lived acts, and the hosts are willing to question both the music and the choices around it. It suits listeners who enjoy pop history, candid conversation and revis... more

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