The landscape of pop music would be quite different without Lou Pearlman masterminding the humble beginnings of bands like NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys.

While the talent agent helped launch the career of Grammy-winning solo artist Justin Timberlake, beneath the surface of bubble gum pop, Pearlman masterminded a shady operation. The Netflix docuseries "Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam" uncovers his journey to becoming one of pop music's controversial, scheming figureheads.

AJ McLean from the Backstreet Boys said, "There would be no NSYNC, there would be no Backstreet Boys without Lou, period. But some of us still have wounds that have never healed and may never heal.”

Pearlman faced numerous legal and civil battles from losing his two of his most popular bands in court losses or settlements. Eventually, he also faced criminal charges for his involvement in financial crimes.

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But how did the creator of such iconic boy bands end up embroiled in scandal, contentious legal battles with his own bands and eventually sentenced to jail for 25 years?

Here are some of the most fascinating details uncovered in "Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam."

Pearlman's business was described as a plane leasing company built off of investor money. Through his seemingly successful business, he was able to invest in his musical pursuits.

After helping the band New Kids on the Block charter a plane, Pearlman........

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