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'''''Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar'''''<ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.mtvnetworks.co.uk/chanelle | title=VH1 Announces New Series - Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar | work=[[MTV Networks]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref> is a British [[reality show]] following ex-''[[Big Brother 2007 (UK)|Big Brother]]'' housemate [[Chanelle Hayes]] as she attempts to become a [[singer]] and [[performer]]. Cameras follow her every move as she learns how to [[dance]] and improve her singing voice, with the plan eventually to sign with a [[record company]], record a song and release a [[Music video|video]] in the [[Record chart|charts]]. Chanelle finds that it is not all glamour and a lot of hard work is ahead of her.<ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/channel/vh1/shows/chanelle_hayes | title=Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar Starts April 18th on VH1 at 9.30 pm | work=[[VH1 (UK & Ireland)|VH1]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.virginmedia.com/tvradio/tvpicks/chanelle-vh1.php | title=I'm a popstar, darling! | work=[[Virgin Media]]}}</ref>
'''''Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar'''''<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtvnetworks.co.uk/chanelle |title=VH1 Announces New Series - Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar |work=[[MTV Networks]] |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20080503134529/http://www.mtvnetworks.co.uk:80/chanelle |archivedate=3 May 2008 }}</ref> is a British [[reality show]] following ex-''[[Big Brother 2007 (UK)|Big Brother]]'' housemate [[Chanelle Hayes]] as she attempts to become a [[singer]] and [[performer]]. Cameras follow her every move as she learns how to [[dance]] and improve her singing voice, with the plan eventually to sign with a [[record company]], record a song and release a [[Music video|video]] in the [[Record chart|charts]]. Chanelle finds that it is not all glamour and a lot of hard work is ahead of her.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/channel/vh1/shows/chanelle_hayes |title=Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar Starts April 18th on VH1 at 9.30 pm |work=[[VH1 (UK & Ireland)|VH1]] |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20080421204622/http://www.mtv.co.uk:80/channel/vh1/shows/chanelle_hayes |archivedate=21 April 2008 }}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.virginmedia.com/tvradio/tvpicks/chanelle-vh1.php | title=I'm a popstar, darling! | work=[[Virgin Media]]}}</ref>


==Broadcasts==
==Broadcasts==
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===Episode 1===
===Episode 1===
Following on from the VH1 show [[Wannabe (TV series)|Wannabe]], the first episode showed Chanelle's home life in [[Wakefield]] and life before [[Big Brother 2007 (UK)|Big Brother]]. Introducing the people that Chanelle will need to support her in her journey towards pop stardom. Showing old footage of Chanelle as a young girl and her insecurities about her ability to tackle the challenges ahead, as explained to her by her agent and co-workers.<ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/channel/vh1/shows/13032008/408927/chanelle_wannabe_popstar | title=Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar | work=[[VH1 (UK & Ireland)|VH1]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.video-c.co.uk/pop/newmicrosites/microsite_home.asp?vidref=chanellehayes001 | title=Chanelle - Wannabe Popstar - full length music video feature | work=[[VH1 (UK & Ireland)|VH1]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/overdrive/id/102440 | title=Episode 1 | work=[[MTV]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref>
Following on from the VH1 show [[Wannabe (TV series)|Wannabe]], the first episode showed Chanelle's home life in [[Wakefield]] and life before [[Big Brother 2007 (UK)|Big Brother]]. Introducing the people that Chanelle will need to support her in her journey towards pop stardom. Showing old footage of Chanelle as a young girl and her insecurities about her ability to tackle the challenges ahead, as explained to her by her agent and co-workers.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/channel/vh1/shows/13032008/408927/chanelle_wannabe_popstar |title=Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar |work=[[VH1 (UK & Ireland)|VH1]] |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20080321174542/http://www.mtv.co.uk:80/channel/vh1/shows/13032008/408927/chanelle_wannabe_popstar |archivedate=21 March 2008 }}</ref><ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.video-c.co.uk/pop/newmicrosites/microsite_home.asp?vidref=chanellehayes001 | title=Chanelle - Wannabe Popstar - full length music video feature | work=[[VH1 (UK & Ireland)|VH1]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/overdrive/id/102440 |title=Episode 1 |work=[[MTV]] |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20080421225407/http://www.mtv.co.uk:80/overdrive/id/102440 |archivedate=21 April 2008 }}</ref>


===Episode 2===
===Episode 2===
Episode 2 contains footage of Chanelle discussing the writing of a song with [[Ben Ofoedu]] of [[Phats & Small]] fame. Ben lets Chanelle have a say in the writing and theme/attitude of the song. Vocal Coach David Laudat helps to build her confidence and gives her technical advice with breathing and concentration. Chanelle then falls ill, holding up recording of the song and annoying Eminence Records bosses. All is made up though when Chanelle finally gets to the recording studio to show what she can do.<ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/overdrive/id/102675 | title=Episode 2 | work=[[MTV]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref>
Episode 2 contains footage of Chanelle discussing the writing of a song with [[Ben Ofoedu]] of [[Phats & Small]] fame. Ben lets Chanelle have a say in the writing and theme/attitude of the song. Vocal Coach David Laudat helps to build her confidence and gives her technical advice with breathing and concentration. Chanelle then falls ill, holding up recording of the song and annoying Eminence Records bosses. All is made up though when Chanelle finally gets to the recording studio to show what she can do.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/overdrive/id/102675 |title=Episode 2 |work=[[MTV]] |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20080503114154/http://www.mtv.co.uk:80/overdrive/id/102675 |archivedate=3 May 2008 }}</ref>


===Episode 3===
===Episode 3===
Dance choreographer K-Knight helps Chanelle get to grips with the [[dance]] routine for the music video to go with her song "[[I Want It]]". First she has to choose the dancers that are going to perform with her on the Video and on stage. Chanelle voices her doubts about her own dancing skills. K-Knight says that she is doing well and all she needs is more confidence in her own ability. Chanelle goes house hunting in outer [[London]] to see what she can get for her money, fending off spiders and criticising fireplaces, she decides on a house she is interested in. Having done well in the dance routines/practise, Chanelle then decides upon outfits for the video with the help of her stylist, visiting her home wardrobe and Divas Corsets to find a sexy outfit to fit the songs mood. The episode ends with chanelle voicing doubts to her [[Talent agent|agent]] about the idea of shooting the whole video in a barn.<ref>{{cite news | url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/overdrive/id/102971 | title=Episode 3 | work=[[MTV]]}}{{Dead link|date=February 2016}}</ref>
Dance choreographer K-Knight helps Chanelle get to grips with the [[dance]] routine for the music video to go with her song "[[I Want It]]". First she has to choose the dancers that are going to perform with her on the Video and on stage. Chanelle voices her doubts about her own dancing skills. K-Knight says that she is doing well and all she needs is more confidence in her own ability. Chanelle goes house hunting in outer [[London]] to see what she can get for her money, fending off spiders and criticising fireplaces, she decides on a house she is interested in. Having done well in the dance routines/practise, Chanelle then decides upon outfits for the video with the help of her stylist, visiting her home wardrobe and Divas Corsets to find a sexy outfit to fit the songs mood. The episode ends with chanelle voicing doubts to her [[Talent agent|agent]] about the idea of shooting the whole video in a barn.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/overdrive/id/102971 |title=Episode 3 |work=[[MTV]] |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20081027134145/http://www.mtv.co.uk:80/overdrive/id/102971 |archivedate=27 October 2008 }}</ref>


===Episode 4===
===Episode 4===

Revision as of 21:16, 23 February 2016

Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar
StarringChanelle Hayes
Country of originUnited Kingdom
No. of series1
No. of episodes6
Production
Running time30 minutes (with advertisements)
Original release
NetworkVH1
Release18 April –
23 May 2008

Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar[1] is a British reality show following ex-Big Brother housemate Chanelle Hayes as she attempts to become a singer and performer. Cameras follow her every move as she learns how to dance and improve her singing voice, with the plan eventually to sign with a record company, record a song and release a video in the charts. Chanelle finds that it is not all glamour and a lot of hard work is ahead of her.[2][3]

Broadcasts

The show aired on VH1 in the United Kingdom, on Fridays at 9.30 pm. The show was repeated on TMF (Freeview) on Sundays at 5.00 pm, and on TMF, VH1 and MTV One in subsequent weeks.

Format

Episode 1

Following on from the VH1 show Wannabe, the first episode showed Chanelle's home life in Wakefield and life before Big Brother. Introducing the people that Chanelle will need to support her in her journey towards pop stardom. Showing old footage of Chanelle as a young girl and her insecurities about her ability to tackle the challenges ahead, as explained to her by her agent and co-workers.[4][5][6]

Episode 2

Episode 2 contains footage of Chanelle discussing the writing of a song with Ben Ofoedu of Phats & Small fame. Ben lets Chanelle have a say in the writing and theme/attitude of the song. Vocal Coach David Laudat helps to build her confidence and gives her technical advice with breathing and concentration. Chanelle then falls ill, holding up recording of the song and annoying Eminence Records bosses. All is made up though when Chanelle finally gets to the recording studio to show what she can do.[7]

Episode 3

Dance choreographer K-Knight helps Chanelle get to grips with the dance routine for the music video to go with her song "I Want It". First she has to choose the dancers that are going to perform with her on the Video and on stage. Chanelle voices her doubts about her own dancing skills. K-Knight says that she is doing well and all she needs is more confidence in her own ability. Chanelle goes house hunting in outer London to see what she can get for her money, fending off spiders and criticising fireplaces, she decides on a house she is interested in. Having done well in the dance routines/practise, Chanelle then decides upon outfits for the video with the help of her stylist, visiting her home wardrobe and Divas Corsets to find a sexy outfit to fit the songs mood. The episode ends with chanelle voicing doubts to her agent about the idea of shooting the whole video in a barn.[8]

Episode 4

It's the day of the video shoot. Following the shoot, Chanelle jets off to Spain to pose for pictures for her new 2009 Calendar, taking some time out whilst there to brush up on her Spanish language skills.

Episode 5

Chanelle flies to Dublin, Ireland for the very first public performance of her new single "I Want It".

Episode 6

Chanelle performs at G-A-Y nightclub in London, and finds out the position of her single in the UK Singles Chart.

See also

References

  1. ^ "VH1 Announces New Series - Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar". MTV Networks. Archived from the original on 3 May 2008. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  2. ^ "Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar Starts April 18th on VH1 at 9.30 pm". VH1. Archived from the original on 21 April 2008. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  3. ^ "I'm a popstar, darling!". Virgin Media.
  4. ^ "Chanelle: Wannabe Popstar". VH1. Archived from the original on 21 March 2008. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  5. ^ "Chanelle - Wannabe Popstar - full length music video feature". VH1.[dead link]
  6. ^ "Episode 1". MTV. Archived from the original on 21 April 2008. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  7. ^ "Episode 2". MTV. Archived from the original on 3 May 2008. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  8. ^ "Episode 3". MTV. Archived from the original on 27 October 2008. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)