Popstars idea
This television series was probably one of the most entertaining reality tv programs out there(before it lost its appeal), seeing we got to see hundreds of people belt their lungs out in Click Here a hopeless attempt to impress a panel of judges, and possibly become a 'Popstar'.
The concept was not conceived in Australia; Australia merely bought it off New Zealand. Many tv networks across the world have also bought into the concept, which manufactures a pop group. The idea is that the network gets huge ratings each week, the group makes tonnes of money off all the publicity generated and everyones usually happy.
America's 'Making the Band' was indeed a rip-off of POPSTARS, being filmed just after New Zealands success caught the eyes of the ABC. Both shows did differ slightly, however the foundations were the same. On top of that, the BBC created Upside Down (aka Orange Orange) on a similar program.
'I wanna be a Popstar!' was the catchphrase that attatched itself to the tv show. Not a day would pass when I could watch tv without this irritating phrase being repeated over and over on my screen. However POPSTARS has seemed to have ditched it now -- a HUGE thankyou goes out to whoever gave the producers their much needed wakeup call.
Numerous groups have been created, with more on the way. So far these have been the products of POPSTARS:
Truebliss
This is the group that started it all, New Zealand were the first country to take on POPSTARS. The only problem that was right when Truebliss planned on spreading their fame to Australia, they were starting their own group -- Bardot. Eventually band member Carly Binding left the group Tiffany And Co Sale for a solo career and sadly the official website just redirects to Sony Music New Zealand. The group originally consisted of Sophie Monk, Sally Polihronas, Belinda Chappel, Katie Underwood and Chantelle Barry. However Chantelle left after being chosen and was replaced with Tiffany Wood. The group then released a successful album, but while recording the second album Katie Underwood was offered a part in the musical 'Hair' and left the group. only to see Hair be cancelled. She still gets along well with the group however and doesn't regret leaving the band. One involves a band member from Australian Series 1 being accused of stealing from the group, this was reported by magazine New Idea.
Series 2 saw the group's identity being revealed by the same magazine, weeks before planned, which harmed the show's ratings. The third Australian series, which has just commenced, will produce a solo Tiffany Earrings Sale artist. This is a first for POPSTARS. In an attempt to revamp the show for Series 3 and prevent media leakage, viewers will be able to vote for their favourite singers via a 'Big Brother' style phone poll. This idea has been widely supported, and will surely guarantee a larger fanbase for the winning solo artist.
The CD Cover designers assigned to the Australian groups are highly uncreative. They seem to think its alright to pick a photo, add on the groups logo, and publicly release it. One team of these cheeky buggers used the same photo for a single and album cover -- the only Tiffany Jewellery UK difference being the recoloring of clothes from red to blue!
The show's appeal was lost a long time ago. Thankfully POPSTARS will die out soon, along with all other forms of reality tv. I think I'm not alone when I say that this will be a day to rejoice.
This television series was probably one of the most entertaining reality tv programs out there(before it lost its appeal), seeing we got to see hundreds of people belt their lungs out in Click Here a hopeless attempt to impress a panel of judges, and possibly become a 'Popstar'.
The concept was not conceived in Australia; Australia merely bought it off New Zealand. Many tv networks across the world have also bought into the concept, which manufactures a pop group. The idea is that the network gets huge ratings each week, the group makes tonnes of money off all the publicity generated and everyones usually happy.
America's 'Making the Band' was indeed a rip-off of POPSTARS, being filmed just after New Zealands success caught the eyes of the ABC. Both shows did differ slightly, however the foundations were the same. On top of that, the BBC created Upside Down (aka Orange Orange) on a similar program.
'I wanna be a Popstar!' was the catchphrase that attatched itself to the tv show. Not a day would pass when I could watch tv without this irritating phrase being repeated over and over on my screen. However POPSTARS has seemed to have ditched it now -- a HUGE thankyou goes out to whoever gave the producers their much needed wakeup call.
Numerous groups have been created, with more on the way. So far these have been the products of POPSTARS:
Truebliss
This is the group that started it all, New Zealand were the first country to take on POPSTARS. The only problem that was right when Truebliss planned on spreading their fame to Australia, they were starting their own group -- Bardot. Eventually band member Carly Binding left the group Tiffany And Co Sale for a solo career and sadly the official website just redirects to Sony Music New Zealand. The group originally consisted of Sophie Monk, Sally Polihronas, Belinda Chappel, Katie Underwood and Chantelle Barry. However Chantelle left after being chosen and was replaced with Tiffany Wood. The group then released a successful album, but while recording the second album Katie Underwood was offered a part in the musical 'Hair' and left the group. only to see Hair be cancelled. She still gets along well with the group however and doesn't regret leaving the band. One involves a band member from Australian Series 1 being accused of stealing from the group, this was reported by magazine New Idea.
Series 2 saw the group's identity being revealed by the same magazine, weeks before planned, which harmed the show's ratings. The third Australian series, which has just commenced, will produce a solo Tiffany Earrings Sale artist. This is a first for POPSTARS. In an attempt to revamp the show for Series 3 and prevent media leakage, viewers will be able to vote for their favourite singers via a 'Big Brother' style phone poll. This idea has been widely supported, and will surely guarantee a larger fanbase for the winning solo artist.
The CD Cover designers assigned to the Australian groups are highly uncreative. They seem to think its alright to pick a photo, add on the groups logo, and publicly release it. One team of these cheeky buggers used the same photo for a single and album cover -- the only Tiffany Jewellery UK difference being the recoloring of clothes from red to blue!
The show's appeal was lost a long time ago. Thankfully POPSTARS will die out soon, along with all other forms of reality tv. I think I'm not alone when I say that this will be a day to rejoice.
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