The Pop Game

Timbaland brings five young aspiring pop stars to Los Angeles for a 10-week artist boot camp and a chance at a record contract with his label; guest mentor Nelly Furtado turns up the heat during a surprise musical challenge; one artist crumbles.

Five young aspiring pop stars get their first chance to step into the studio with Grammy-winning producer Timbaland; after having collaborated with superstars like Justin Bieber and Kelly Rowland, songwriter Poo Bear mentors an artist.

With surprises at every turn, Grammy® winning producer Timbaland delivers a hard lesson in always being ready. An early morning assignment causes tensions to boil over, and the kids head to the heart of Hollywood for an impromptu performance as one artist strives for redemption.

Celebrity stylist Johnny Wujek masterminds pop star makeovers for each artist. A secretive outfit change and artist pushback leads to a pop chart confrontation. One artist takes a risky step out of their comfort zone, while another refuses to push far enough.

With acoustic performances of popular hits, Timbaland strips the aspiring stars down to the essence of artistry; singer JoJo mentors the contestants; one artist welcomes a surprise visitor, while another enlists help from a competitor.

Timbaland puts the children's songwriting and dancing to the test; Benji and Lacey Schwimmer visit; an artist commits a faux pas; a heated blow up leaves a lasting impression.

Timbaland pairs the children for group performances; Macy Grey and Howie D discuss collaboration; a group struggles to overcome their past.

Timbaland challenges the children to work together in a professional music video where a no-nonsense director pushes them to the limit; two artists vie for the same part and one struggles to break out of their shell.

Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton visits as Timbaland swaps the managers and puts the artists' media training to the test; an awkward confrontation puts one mother on edge, and a struggling artist works to regain confidence.

The young vocal artists go head to head in their biggest performance of the season; one young artist wins a record contract with Grammy-winning producer Timbaland; singer Jordin Sparks pays a visit.