We love to stan boy bands, girl bands, and soloists, but we can’t stand when they’re mistreated or scammed by those controlling their careers. This is the focus of the buzz-worthy “Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam,” which quickly became the most-watched title on Netflix in the United States shortly after its release.
This three-episode docuseries delves into the story of the man behind one of the longest-running Ponzi schemes in U.S. history. If you thought Scooter Braun’s dealings with Taylor Swift were unfair or if you still hold a grudge against Simon Cowell for his treatment of One Direction, prepare to be even more outraged.
While the public’s response to the production is overwhelmingly negative, this reaction is precisely what Netflix was aiming for. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about it.
‘Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam’ is the most-watched production on Netflix US
“Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam” has exposed one of the most scandalous schemes in the music industry, which explains why it has quickly risen to #1 on Netflix in the United States.
It has surprisingly surpassed titles like “Simone Biles: Rising,” “All American,” and “Too Hot to Handle” with minimal effort. Its current competition includes “Cobra Kai” and “The Decameron,” with the latter climbing the charts rapidly since its recent release.
The docuseries delves into the life and fraudulent career of Lou Pearlman, the talent manager behind the success of beloved bands Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. Pearlman’s manipulation and deceit aimed to propel these bands to stardom while pocketing the profits for himself.
The series features shocking testimonies from those directly impacted by Pearlman’s actions, including Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, Howie Dorough and A.J. McLean from Backstreet Boys, and Erik-Michael Estrada from O-Town. If you’ve ever been a fan or empathized with these artists, their stories are sure to be heart-wrenching.