Lance Bass previously produced a documentary like Netflix’s Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam

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Lance Bass previously produced a documentary like Netflix's Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam

As a huge fan of ’90s pop music and boy bands, I was absolutely blown away by both “The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story” on YouTube and Netflix’s “Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam.” Both documentaries take us on a wild ride through the destructive Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Louis Pearlman, who rose to fame as the mastermind behind some of the most iconic boy bands of all time.

I was thrilled when Netflix dropped “Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam” on July 24. This true crime docuseries has been creating quite a buzz among viewers, and as someone who grew up with the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, and other iconic boy bands, it’s a must-watch for me. But what makes “Dirty Pop” even more compelling is its chilling account of a massive Ponzi scheme that caused untold damage.

In a three-part documentary series, Lou Pearlman’s diverse criminal activities are explored, starting with his early ventures in business, such as blimps and Trans Continental. Not long after, he joined the music industry in the ’90s, leveraging the success of boy bands to build his empire. Adopting the New Kids on the Block blueprint, Pearlman went on to create two hugely popular music groups.

As a longtime fan of boy bands and their intriguing backstories, I can’t help but be fascinated by the saga of Lou Pearlman and the numerous documentaries that have been made about him. Having watched “The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story” produced by Lance Bass in 2019, I was left wanting more. If you, too, have been captivated by “Dirty Pop” on Netflix and seek an alternate viewpoint endorsed by one of Pearlman’s former protégés, I highly recommend checking out “The Boy Band Con.” With my years of fandom and curiosity, I can assure you that this documentary offers a unique perspective to the already intriguing narrative.

The Boy Band Con released on YouTube in 2019

The documentary “The Boy Band Con” first appeared at the South by Southwest festival in March 2019. Later in April 2019, it became available on YouTube Premium. At present, you can still view this documentary for free on YouTube without any subscription. However, expect to see ads during your viewing experience, which is a common occurrence with YouTube.

A film lasting almost an hour and a half was helmed by Aaron Kunkel. It includes talks with several boy band members, such as AJ McLean from the Backstreet Boys and Chris Kirkpatrick from *NSYNC. However, YouTube’s documentary offers unique insights that aren’t present in Netflix’s docuseries.

In “The Boy Band Con,” there are several new interviewees including JC Chasez and Lance Bass of *NSYNC, Ashley Parker Angel from O-Town, Aaron Carter, who is a solo artist and the late brother of Nick Cater, Nikki DeLoach who is an actress and was once in the Innosense girl group, as well as the mothers of Bass and Justin Timberlake. Additionally, there are members from boy bands Take 5 and C-Note, and other individuals who have been affected by Pearlman’s fraudulent schemes.

Some people might have a strong preference for one version of the story over the other, yet both presentations seem to accurately convey the facts. YouTube’s documentary includes more band members who collaborated closely with Pearlman, as well as parents sharing their experiences. In contrast, “Dirty Pop” provides an alternate viewpoint with extra details and startling firsthand accounts from two members of Natural.

In summary, “The Boy Band Con” and “Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam” are essential true crime documentaries for fans of ’90s pop music seeking a comprehensive understanding of one of American history’s most significant Ponzi schemes. Unbeknownst to the boy band members, they were part of this deception. You can watch Lance Bass-produced documentary on YouTube by clicking the video link below.

Watch Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam only on Netflix.

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2024-07-24 23:03