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From the pop stars who made headlines on stage and in space to the movies that people flocked to and streamed, these are the top Halloween costumes inspired by the pop culture of 2025.

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The 21 greatest one-hit wonders from the 2000s

The 2000s feel like just yesterday, and for many, it was the beginning of the future where flying cars and space travel would be the norm. These are the best one-hit wonders of the 2000s!

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20 popular artists who have surprisingly never had a No. 1 single

It might be hard to believe, but some of the most popular songs of all time never reached the top spot on the charts. We've rounded up 20 artists with hugely successful careers who are still surprisingly missing a No. 1 hit.

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21st-century artists who will someday be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Right now, many Gen Xers are starting to feel their bones bend and break a little more than usual as their favorite artists from their youth are inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, since nominees are only eligible 25 years after their debut commercial release. Let’s take a look at 21st-century musicians who will likely end up in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame one day.

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25 music videos that once dominated the MTV airwaves

If you were lucky enough to grow up with MTV in the pre-reality TV era, you know the channel began strictly for music videos and music-related news. MTV featured countless massive hits throughout its prime. Here are 25 music videos that absolutely dominated MTV back in the day.

Entertainment News / Contact Music / August 21

Backstreet Boys extend Las Vegas Sphere residency until February 2026

Backstreet Boys have added seven more dates to their Into the Millennium residency at Las Vegas Sphere due to overwhelming demand. The additional shows will take place on February 5, 6, 7, 11, 13, 14, and 15, adding to previously announced performances in August, December, and January.

Dallas Stars News / Music Times / August 18

Backstreet Boys Honor Max Martin in Front of Vegas Crowd: 'We Owe Him Everything'

The Backstreet Boys turned their Las Vegas residency into a heartfelt tribute on Saturday night, pausing their show at Sphere to honor the man behind many of their biggest hits — legendary songwriter and producer Max Martin.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / August 18

Backstreet Boys are 'very indebted' to Max Martin

Backstreet Boys shared how "very indebted" they are to Max Martin as the man behind their music attended their Las Vegas residency on Saturday (16.08.25).

Entertainment News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Backstreet Boys Challenge NSYNC to Golf Showdown with ‘The Match’ Producer Bryan Zuriff on Board

Backstreet's back on the stage and could be headed for the back nine. The Backstreet Boys may be in the midst of headlining their hit Las Vegas residency, but they're still not ready to put a decades old rivalry to rest: Backstreet Boys versus NSYNC.

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20 boy bands whose music will never get old

Who doesn't love a good boy band? These 20 have all been in the business of making timeless bops.

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20 iconic musicians who never had a No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 hit

Let’s take a look back at some artists who got so close but never quite made it to the peak of the Hot 100.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 3

New Lakers Owner Surprises Luka Doncic With Backstreet Boys Concert After $165 Million Extension

Luka Doncic’s commitment to the Los Angeles Lakers was met with a grand celebration worthy of a superstar. Just hours after putting pen to paper on a three-year,

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20 reasons millennials are having a great year, pop culturally speaking

This year might be the one where things have finally turned around for that generation, particularly when it comes to movies, TV, music, and more. With their childhood favorites touring, shows rebooting, and more, 2025 is proving to be a great year for millennial pop culture.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 14

AJ McLean and estranged wife Rochelle DeAnna McLean reunite at Backstreet Boys' Las Vegas residency show

AJ McLean reunited with his estranged wife Rochelle DeAnna McLean at the opening night of the Backstreet Boys' residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 11

'My life has flipped in a positive way...': Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean in better place since recent sobriety

AJ McLean has vowed to maintain his sobriety "all the way". The Backstreet Boys singer opened up in 2020 about his 20-year addiction to drugs and alcohol, but then relapsed the following year and now he is in "the best head space [he's] ever been in [his] life" after conquering his demons once more and is confident he can stay sober this time.

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20 stupid comedies that are actually hilarious

They might be dumb, but that’s kind of the point. Here are 20 comedy movies that fully embrace the stupid and end up being way funnier because of it.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / July 2

Backstreet Boys’ Brian Littrell Admits He Didn’t Want Son Baylee to Audition for ‘American Idol’

Baylee Littrell had the support of dad Brian Littrell and mom Leighanne Littrell during his American Idol journey earlier this year. The proud parents watched him make it all the way to the Top 20 before being eliminated.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 23

Backstreet Boys’ Brian Littrell Reacts to Son Baylee’s ‘American Idol’ Elimination

Baylee Littrell‘s journey on American Idol came to an end during the Monday, April 21, episode. The aspiring singer was one of six artists eliminated after the reveal of the top 14.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / March 6

Get to Know Baylee Littrell, Backstreet Boys Star’s Son Who Is Auditioning for ‘American Idol’

Even with a famous father, breaking into the music industry is no easy feat. Just ask Baylee Littrell, whose dad is Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell.

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20 one-hit wonders from the 2000s that you probably forgot existed

It's hard to make it in the music industry, and these 20 artists are proof that just because you have one hit song doesn't mean you will stay on the charts forever.

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The 20 best cold opens in TV sitcom history

Sometimes ridiculous, often unexpected, and always funny, a cold open is sometimes better than the rest of the episode. There have been hundreds of cold opens throughout sitcom history, and these are the 20 best.

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The 20 best guilty pleasure songs

Flip through the slideshow below for 20 of music's catchiest guilty pleasures, from "Walk Like an Egyptian" to "Stacy's Mom."

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The ultimate boy band playlist

Flip through the slideshow below for 20 of the most iconic boy band songs, from classics like "I'm A Believer" by The Monkees to more modern boy band hits from BTS, the Jonas Brothers, and more.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / November 17, 2021

Backstreet Boys' 'I Want It That Way' vid enters exclusive club

Backstreet Boys' 'I Want It That Way' music video enters exclusive club

The Backstreet Boys are comprised of Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, AJ McLean and Kevin Richardson. The iconic boy band took to Twitter on Wednesday to reminisce on a different career achievement.

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Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 15, 2021

AJ McLean says Britney Spears' conservatorship is 'grotesque': 'The last time I saw her it broke my heart'

AJ McLean rose to stardom as a member of Backstreet Boys around the same time Britney Spears began her iconic climb, but he has an even closer perspective than their mirroring careers.

Madonna rallies behind Britney Spears: 'This is a violation of human rights'

20 throwback jams to blare during summertime drives

The 50 greatest music videos of all time