Rebranded Pop Unveils Six New Original Series 10.07.2014 ​POP-the CBS-owned network formerly known as TVGN-will debut with six new original series when it relaunches as a network that celebrates "the fun of being a fan" in early 2015. The network announced it was ditching the TVGN moniker last month in favor of a new identity that targets "the modern grown-up." More than 400 hours of original programming will launch with the new network, including the new series, an exclusive after-show, and red carpet specials produced by CBS Television Distribution's Entertainment Tonight and The Insider. "Our slate is filled with fun, fan-driven content featuring big stars and rising talent, as well as an optimistic spirit that celebrates audience passion," said Brad Schwartz, president, entertainment and media at POP. In addition to the new programming, POP will also feature a "curated lineup of fan-favorite television shows and iconic series," including the original Beverly Hills 90210 and the later 90210 that ran on The CW, Jericho, Melrose Place, Survivor, The Amazing Race, and Big Brother. According to the network, the new series are: SING IT ON (Working Title) From the company behind American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, Sing It On is a real-life Pitch Perfect, only with steeper competition and higher stakes. This docu-series follows the world of collegiate a cappella groups across the U.S. and their journey as they compete in the top a cappella competition in the country, the ICCA (International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella). Sing It On is produced by CORE Media Group, with Jennifer O'Connell and Teri Wagner Flynn serving as executive producers. Jenny Ramirez, Glenn Stickley and Amanda Newman serve as co-executive producers. QUEENS OF DRAMA (Working Title) From the producers of Hatfields & McCoys and Gene Simmons Family Jewels comes Queens of Drama, a new docu-series which follows a group of former daytime and primetime soap stars as they attempt to produce a new primetime serial drama. The cast will need to work hard in front of and behind the cameras as they develop, pitch, and produce this new steamy series if they are to land a pilot deal by the end of the season. The all-star cast is made up of Lindsay Hartley (All My Children, Days of Our Lives), Crystal Hunt (Guiding Light, One Life to Live) Vanessa Marcil (Beverly Hills, 90210, General Hospital), Chrystee Pharris (Passions, General Hospital) and Hunter Tylo (The Bold and The Beautiful), together with Donna Mills (Knots Landing, Melrose Place), who will make special appearances on the program. Queens of Drama is being produced by Thinkfactory Media, with Adam Reed, Adam Freeman, Aaron Fishman, Tim Laurie, and Leslie Greif, serving as executive producers. STREET MAGIC (Working Title) Street Magic takes viewers inside the world of underground street magicians as they perform for and mesmerize onlookers, including stars from favorite films and television shows. This docu-series features some of the world's masters of magic, who have expertly crafted the nuanced art of sleight of hand and understand what it takes to wow their fans. For the first time, these renowned magicians will stun and amaze without the veil of secrecy - uncut and unfiltered. Street Magic is produced in association with Lionsgate Television. ROCK THIS BOAT: NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK Die-hard fans take the vacation of a lifetime when they board a cruise with the sole intention of being near the members of their favorite band for just a few days. New Kids on the Block (NKOTB), one of the hottest boy bands in music history with more than 80 million albums sold worldwide, will set sail on the wildly popular, sold-out cruise with their most loyal fans for a four-day adventure at sea. The cast includes a whole range of NKOTB devotees, ranging from three sisters taking the family cruise they've always dreamt about to a group of single moms looking to let their hair down by partying with rock stars. Sail on back to your youth with Rock This Boat (watch trailer here) - celebrating fandom like never before. Rock This Boat is produced by Jarrett Creative Group in association with Executive Producers Donnie Wahlberg, Julie Insogna Jarrett and Seth Jarrett. THE STORY BEHIND The Story Behind features eight new episodes that go behind-the-scenes of TV's greatest hits and most iconic shows, and how they got their start. The series reveals stories straight from the set with exclusive on-camera interviews with all the insider players from cast members to producers to television executives. The one-hour episodes will highlight TV's treasured classics, including Everybody Loves Raymond, Beverly Hills 90210, Will & Grace, The Cosby Show, Full House, Friends and ER. The Story Behind is an in-house production that takes advantage of the TV library of POP owners CBS and Paramount. BIG BROTHER AFTER DARK Big Brother After Dark is the ultimate fan after-show and the live, late night companion show to CBS' Big Brother, one of television's most talked-about and socially engaged reality series. Airing exclusively on POP, Big Brother After Dark gives fans of the popular reality series an unfiltered, late night look at life in the "Big Brother House." The show features a live television feed from inside the house, where nothing is sacred and anything goes..