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Ep. 247 - NOT 4th of July
July 04, 2024 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBHappy NOT 4th of July? These particular 7 songs are popular to hear on this holiday, but lyrically aren't appropriate. I analyze each one and soundtrack the fireworks show I saw the night before this 4th of July! Enjoy! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Text the show, Support the show NOT 4th of July playlist “Independence Day” - Martina McBride (1992, 1994) “Born in the U.S.A.” - Bruce Springsteen (1984) “American Girl” - Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (1976) Petty...
Ep. 246 - Imagine Dragons' Biography
June 29, 2024 17:03 - 10 minutes - 9.68 MBImagine Dragons are one of the best selling rock bands of all time! Crossing over in pop and globally, their 6th album Loom is out now. I give my review, tell the biography of the band, and personal connections to frontman Dan Reynolds. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Text the podcast, Support the show. Imagine Dragons YouTube channel Music Videos: "Eyes Closed" "Nice to Meet You" Interviews: The Ellen Degeneres Show (2018) The Kelly Clarkson Show (2022) The How...
Ep. 245 - Maren Morris Top 10
June 22, 2024 20:07 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBMaren Morris' featured in Billboard's Pride Month issue. Learn why and new music she's releasing, as I countdown 10 of her top hits. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Text Music Notes with Jess, Support the show Maren Morris Top 10 playlist: 10. “Craving You” - Thomas Rhett (2017) 9. “I Could Use a Love Song” (2016, 2017) 8. “Make You Say” - Zedd feat. Beauz (2022) 7. “Circles Around This Town” (2022) 6. “GIRL” (2019) 5. “80s Mercedes” (2016) 4. “The Bones” (2019-20...
Ep. 244 - Luke Combs "Dad" Songs
June 15, 2024 16:51 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBLuke Combs is embracing fatherhood as a father of 2 young sons, thinking about memories he's spent with his own father and grandfathers as a young boy. His 5th album Fathers and Sons, documents those moving perceptions and adages this Fathers Day weekend. I discuss its new tracks and past fatherly songs that Luke sang a few years back. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Send us a Text Message, Support the show Luke Combs "Dad" Songs playlist "Even Though I'm Leaving"...
Ep. 243 - "Houdini" Songs
June 08, 2024 18:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBCall it "magic" or a coincidence that there's 2 songs out now called "Houdini", like the legend magician. I discuss Harry Houdini's bio, songs that tribute using his name and vanishing tricks, including Dua Lipa and Eminem. Don't disappear without hearing other magical facts I reveal at the end! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Text Music Notes with Jess, Support the show "Houdini" Songs playlist: "Houdini" - Kate Bush (1982) Kate Bush's interview quotes "Houdini...
Ep. 242 - 2024 Summer Song?
June 01, 2024 17:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBHalfway of 2024, the music's been incredibly diverse, unpredictable, and defensive. What could be this year's summer song? I look into these 6 that have a shot. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Radio Insight article Billboard's Song of the Summer chart 2024 Summer Song? playlist “I Had Some Help” - Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen “Espresso” - Sabrina Carpenter "Too Sweet” - Hozier "Too Sweet" explanation "Too Sweet" sketch "Crazy" - Gnarls Barkley (2006) “LU...
Ep. 241 - The Beach Boys Rare 10
May 25, 2024 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Beach Boys have been an actively legendary group over 60 years! With a new documentary and updated memoir, I wanted to show their talent by counting down 10 rare songs from their catalog. Text Music Notes with Jess! Support the Show. The Beach Boys Rare 10 playlist 10. “Forever” (1970, 1971) 2000 biopic clip Full House wedding "Forever" (1992) - John Stamos & The Beach Boys 9. “Dance, Dance, Dance” (1964) "Dance, "Dance, Dance" - Wilson Phillips (2003) 8. “Rock and Roll Music” (1976...
Ep. 240 - Miranda Lambert's "Wranglers"
May 18, 2024 18:30 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBA year after Miranda Lambert broke a 20-year recording contract, she's now signed under a different label and has a new song out! "Wranglers" returns the role of her character plotting revenge, like how she sang in earlier songs. Working on so many other projects, when can we expect this track to be on a 10th album in Miranda's discography? I recap the impact of her recent albums, discuss "Wranglers"' facts, and the rest of her 2024 music plans. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessic...
Ep. 239 - ACM Awards 2024 Predictions
May 11, 2024 18:01 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBThe 59th ACM Awards will air an Amazon Prime Video livestream on 5/16 8pm/e. Reba McEntire will host a 17th time! Before the show airs, I "announce" my predictions who could win the ACMs' 10 popular categories: Visual Media of the Year, Music Event of the Year, Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Duo of the Year, Vocal Group of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Entertainer of the Year. ACM Awards' Spotify playlist ACM Awards' Amazon Mus...
Ep. 238 - Dua Lipa Top 10
May 03, 2024 22:14 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBDua Lipa has released her 3rd album, Radical Optimism. She's worked hard the past decade to pursue pop/dance music, and likes passing along relationship lessons learned along the way in her lyrics. I made a top 10 countdown of her hits, and share my album critique. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Top 10 Playlist 10. “Break My Heart” (2020) 9. “Blow Your Mind (Mwah)” (2016-2017) 8. “Electricity” feat. Silk City (Diplo & Mark Ronson) (2018) 7. “Cold Heart (Pnau ...
Ep. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department - Review
April 27, 2024 19:10 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBTaylor Swift released her 11th album on 4/19/24: The Tortured Poets Department, and an expanded double album 2 hours later: The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology! Even with 31 songs at our fingertips, reviews are mixed between Swifties and the media. This caused a 3rd Amazon Music version doing track by track commentary on the original. "Delicately" sharing my honest review, I recap Taylor's 2023 events, analyze TTPD, and which songs I like from both versions. Theme Song: "Dance Trac...
Ep. 236 - Teddy Swims and Benson Boone
April 20, 2024 18:46 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBPower vocalists Teddy Swims and Benson Boone, followed similar paths in music. They both found their voice in high school, sang cover songs online, got signed to Warner Records, and are now global pop singers with a #1 hit! I discuss the events leading up to Teddy Swims' "Lose Control" and Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things". Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Billboard Article: Teddy Swims or Benson Boone Teddy Swims' "Rock With You" (2019 cover video) "My Bad" (2021...
Ep. 235 - Eclipse Playlist
April 13, 2024 18:30 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBAmericans were in awe of the solar eclipse on 4/8/24. Seen from Mexico, midwest U.S., and upper northeast, one of the totality spots was near the Rock and Roll of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio! They created a thematic playlist, and so did many others! I talk about some of those popular streams, and add in my picks. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Segue Song: "Ambient Piece", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Eclipse Playlist: “Eclipse” - Pink Floyd (1973) “Total Eclipse o...
Ep. 234 - COWBOY CARTER & Evolution
April 06, 2024 19:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBTwo trailblazing women put out new albums 3/29: Beyoncé and Sheryl Crow. Both are singing life lessons they’ve learned through their families, society, and themselves. Beyoncé enforced last minute changes on her current record, and Sheryl Crow got reminded how her efforts won’t go unnoticed. In this episode, I’ll review Beyoncé’s COWBOY CARTER, and Sheryl Crow’s Evolution. Running the world and having some fun, let’s take music notes. Beyoncé's Super Bowl 2024 Verizon ad Act II's promo trai...
Ep. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10
March 30, 2024 20:38 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBMariah Carey just turned 55, will have a Vegas residency soon, and nominated to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! Honoring her incredible career, I made a top 10 of popular hits fans recognize, and shared my personal favorites in a separate playlist. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena My Top 10 Mariah Carey favorites playlist Top 10 Playlist: 10. "Touch My Body" (2008) 9. "Vision of Love" (1990) 8. "Emotions" (1991) 7. "One Sweet Day" feat. Boyz II Men (1995-...
Ep. 232 - Gabby Barrett and Chayce Beckham
March 23, 2024 18:00 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBCMT has nominated 2 recent American Idol contestants for 4/7's CMT Music Awards! Gabby Barrett and Chayce Beckham competed separately during ABC's revived seasons. Gabby achieved crossover success in 2020, and Chayce's current single helped him win the show in 2021! In this episode, I review American Idol's alumni who pursued country music, as well as Gabby Barrett and Chayce Beckham's progress. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena American Idol will air Sundays and s...
Ep. 231 - Eric Carmen Tribute Playlist
March 16, 2024 18:30 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBPop/Rock artist Eric Carmen, suddenly passed away weekend of 3/9-3/10. He was lucky to write, produce, play musical instruments, and sing like the music he admired. Making it as Raspberries' frontman and his own solo career, I tribute his life in 5 of these popular hits he was involved in. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Eric Carmen's website Tribute Playlist: "Go All the Way" - Raspberries (1972) "All By Myself" (1975) "All By Myself" - Celine Dion (1996) Celi...
Ep. 230 - Kacey Musgraves' "Deeper Well"
March 09, 2024 19:00 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBKacey Musgraves took a personal hiatus and setting it to new music. Her 6th album Deeper Well, will be out 3/15, scheduled an upcoming world tour, philisophically singing acoustic folk. Viewing how this could compare to Kacey's previous work, I recap her discography, read into promo singles "Deeper Well", "Too Good to Be True", and the unique merchandise she's offering on her online gift shop. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Saturday Night Live - 3/2/24 performanc...
Ep. 229 - Justin Timberlake's New Album
March 02, 2024 19:55 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBJustin Timberlake's 6th album Everything I Thought It Was is coming out 3/15. He released promo singles "Selfish", "Drown", performed "Sanctified" exclusively on Saturday Night Live, and done interviews. When "Selfish"'s single was released, Britney Spears' fans spited to stream her 2011 song "Selfish". This triggered a feud and possibly resolved by Janet Jackson. A social media post Britney wrote about her, disappeared less than a day. Hear my commentary of all this and Justin's discography ...
Ep. 228 - Beyoncé's "Texas Hold 'Em" & "16 Carriages"
February 24, 2024 21:05 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBHinting some clues during the Grammys, a Verizon Super Bowl ad, Beyoncé released 2 new singles under country's genre! "Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 Carriages" are on upcoming album Act II, coming out 3/29. It's debatable how country sounding these songs are compared to modern or retro country. I recap where Beyoncé left off with 2022's RENAISSANCE album, discuss "Texas Hold 'Em", "16 Carriages", and its already debut charting history. "Texas Hold 'Em" lyrics "Texas Hold 'Em" visualizer "Texas ...
Ep. 227 - Usher Top 10
February 17, 2024 21:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBUsher just performed a fantastic Halftime Show at the Super Bowl, has a new album, tour, and wife! Covering all this, I countdown 10 of his then and now hits I recommend. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Euro Hero Synth 2 - Apple Libarary Audio Usher Top 10 playlist 10. “Think of You” (1994-1995) 9. “Love in This Club” / “Love in This Club Part II” feat. Beyoncé & Lil Wayne (2008) 8. “Boyfriend” (2023) 7. “U Remind Me” (2001) 6. “There Goes My Baby” (2010) 5. “Sta...
Ep. 226 - Beatles Cover Songs
February 09, 2024 22:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBI'm posting this episode on 2/9/64 - the 60th anniversary when The Beatles made their US debut, performing on The Ed Sullivan Show! Influencing classic rock, teen demographics, British Invasion artists, and media promotion, The Beatles’ music success lives on. Celebrating “all my loving” of their songs, I made a playlist of 9 Beatles cover songs done by famous musicians. Comparison to the originals, let’s take music notes. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena “Got to G...
Ep. 225 - Grammys 2024 Predictions
February 03, 2024 19:45 - 22 minutes - 21 MBFor the 66th Grammy Awards, I've chosen to analyze 5 of its popular categories: Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist, Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Album of the Year. More entries have been added to diversify genres, and artists' chances of winning in the general field. Before the show, I'm "announcing" my personal picks and who I think will win in each. Preview this episode and our social media to view the predictions ballot, and then check back the following night for the resul...
Ep. 224 - Elton John - EGOT Playlist
January 27, 2024 19:05 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBMiami Vice actor Philip Michael Thomas, coined the term EGOT: someone who'd be lucky to win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscars, and Tony. The latest celebrity joining this high honor, is Elton John! Representing the music he's won these awards, listen and take music notes of this special playlist. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" (1973) Farewell from Dodger Stadium (2022) concert, book "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" (2022)- video "That's What's Friend...
Ep. 223 - Ariana's "yes and?" / J.Lo's "Can't Get Enough"
January 20, 2024 22:57 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBBoth released on 1/12 as comeback singles, Ariana Grande and Jennifer Lopez defend their recent significant other changes before the media. Analyzing the same theme and genre style, take music notes of Ariana Grande's "yes and?", and Jennifer Lopez's "Can't Get Enough". Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Page Six articles: https://pagesix.com/2023/12/29/entertainment/ariana-grande-slams-assumptions-about-dalton-gomez-ethan-slater-drama/ https://pagesix.com/2024/01/1...
Ep. 222 - Tyla's "Water"
January 13, 2024 20:35 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBSouth African singer Tyla, gained international attention posting a back to camera dance on her TikTok account. Performing her song "Water" at live performances, users reposted videos of themselves dancing the choreography. This became known as a "#waterdancechallenge", and caught the Recording Academy's attention to give a Grammy nomination in a new category! Later making a "Water" music video and invited on TV shows, this single has streamed high expectations! Learn Tyla's background, music...
Ep. 221 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2)
January 06, 2024 19:45 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBHere are the last 20 to complete our Top 40 Songs of 2023's year-end list! Enjoy! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Full playlist 20. “Rescued” - Foo Fighters 19. “Lost” - Linkin Park 18. “Rich Men North of Richmond” - Oliver Anthony Music 17. “Madman’s Eyes” - Dave Matthews Band 16. “If He Wanted to, He Would” - Kylie Morgan (2022-2023) 15. “Stuck” - Thirty Seconds to Mars 14. “Lavender Haze” - Taylor Swift (2022-2023) 13. “It Matters to Her” - Scotty McCreery (202...
Ep. 220 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 1)
December 30, 2023 19:35 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBHappy New Year! Highlighting 2023's amazing music year, I'm sharing 40 of my favorites in this 2-part episode! Here's what I discuss for songs 40-21: 40. “GOATED” - Armani White feat. Denzel Curry 39. “If I Die Young Pt. 2” - Kimberly Perry 38. “TRUSTFALL” - P!nk 37. “Standing Room Only” - Tim McGraw 36. “Dummy” - Portugal. The Man (Taco Bell ad) 35. “Dancin’ in the Country” - Tyler Hubbard (2022-2023) 34. “We Didn’t Start the Fire” - Fall Out Boy 33. “Made You Look” - Meghan Trainor 32. “U...
Ep. 219 - Christmas 2023's Songs
December 23, 2023 20:21 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBMerry Christmas! In the epic music year of 2023, the holiday season has been just eventful musically. I discuss 6 holiday songs trending internationally and achieving historic charting. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Christmas 2023 Songs playlist "Rockin Around the Christmas Tree" - Brenda Lee (1958) Grand Ole Opry Christmas performance, Hot 100 #1 announcement Home Alone scene (1990) "DJ Play a Christmas Song" - Cher (2023) The Kelly Clarkson Show interview, W...
Ep. 218 - Green Day's "The American Dream Is Killing Me"
December 16, 2023 18:15 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBGreen Day's got another #1 hit with "The American Dream Is Killing Me!" It's a promo single for their upcoming album Saviors out next month, and 2024 tour! Learn about Green Day's formation, the hardship mentioned in this latest song, and adding to their rock chart history. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Green Day's YouTube Channel iHeartRadio Music Festival (2012) - Billie Joe Armstrong's rant Related Episodes: Ep. 32 - Graduation Songs Countdown Ep. 35 - Pro...
Ep. 217 - Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather"
December 09, 2023 21:13 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBSabrina Carpenter started out on Disney Channel, and pursued music like some of her alumni. She's known for playing Maya Hart in Girl Meets World and rumored to be about Olivia Rodrigo's 2021 song "drivers license." The music video to Sabrina's current single "Feather", is under investigation. The Diocese of Brooklyn condemned its permission wasn't executed properly in a Williamsburg chuch. Learn all the details about her, the song, and scandal in this episode. Theme Song: "Dance Track", co...
Ep. 216 - Alicia Keys Top 10
December 02, 2023 20:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAlicia Keys' has entertained the 21st century in R&B, pop, and hip-hop. As a classically trained pianist, singer, and songwriter, she's also an activist and entrepreneur; recently submitted a trademark for her own tea line, re-released 2003's The Diary of Alicia Keys for its 20th anniversary, and currently has a sold out off Broadaway musical: Hell's Kitchen! Hear me "spill the tea" of these top 10 hits I recommend from her. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Alicia ...
Ep. 215 - Thanksgiving Countdown 2
November 22, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBHappy Thanksgiving! This is a sequel Thanksgiving countdown I made since 2020. Dedicated to you for listening these last 4 years, enjoy and thank you! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Thanksgiving Countdown 2 playlist 11. “Turkey in the Straw” - Traditional 10. “Black Friday” - Steely Dan (1975) 9. “Pumpkin Soup” - Kate Nash (2007-2008) 8. “Shop Around” - The Miracles (1960-1961) 7. “Family Is Family” - Kacey Musgraves (2015) 6. “Mashed Potato Time” - Dee De...
Ep. 214 - The Beatles' "Now and Then"
November 18, 2023 17:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB"Now and Then" is an unarchived song written by John Lennon, and now mixed using all 4 members of The Beatles playing together. Its 12-minute documentary short unveiled footage and voiceovers of everybody involved. I give my input of "Now and Then"'s history, production, arrangement, and decade breaking charting stats. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena The Beatles' discography John Lennon discography Paul McCartney discography George Harrison discography Ringo Starr...
Ep. 213 - Stevie Nicks Top 10
November 11, 2023 20:38 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBStevie Nicks presented her own barbie doll on tour last month, and it's been sold out since! I made a top 10 showcasing her musicality in Fleetwood Mac, solo work, and biography. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Stevie Nicks Top 10 playlist: 10. “Silver Springs” - Fleetwood Mac (1976, 1997) 9. “Crystal” - Fleetwood Mac (1975, 1998) Buckingham Nicks' 1973 Practical Magic's "Crystal" (1998) clips: spell, ending 8. “Rhiannon” - Fleetwood Mac (1975) Amerian Horror S...
Ep. 212 - CMA Awards 2023 Predictions
November 04, 2023 19:30 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBBefore the 57th CMA Awards air on 11/8, I "announce" my predictions who may win in its 11 main categories. Hear before and after the show, and view my ballots on Music Notes with Jess' social media. CMA Awards' playlist Music Notes with Jess' social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Related Episodes: Ep. 160 - CMA Awards 2022 Predictions Ep. 168 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 1) Ep. 169 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 2) Ep. 179 - Morgan Wallen's Music History Ep. 186 - ACM Awards 2023 Predicti...
Ep. 211 - Sounds Like Halloween
October 28, 2023 20:43 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBHappy Halloween! For this year's Halloween theme, I made a playlist of 10 songs that have eerie production and lyrics. Have fun listening! Sound effects taken from Soundscape's Pottery Barn Halloween CD (2001). Sounds Like Halloween - Spotify playlist “Dream Weaver” - Gary Wright (1975-1976) “Tennis Court” - Lorde (2013-2014) “Poison” - Bell Biv Devoe (1990) “Feel Good, Inc.” - Gorillaz (2005) “I Am the Walrus” - The Beatles (1967) “You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween” - Muse (2022, 2023) ...
Ep. 210 - Darius Rucker Top 10
October 21, 2023 19:30 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBDarius Rucker is one of the most successful musicians of all time. He's been lead singer of alternative band Hootie & The Blowfish almost 30 years commercially, over 4 decades since college, and has his own country solo career for 15 years. Carolyn's Boy is his latest album, titled in the memory of his late mom. I timeline Darius' biography by counting down 10 songs I admire of his work. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Spotify Playlist 10. “Homegrown Honey” (2014)...
Ep. 209 - Trolls' 3 Movies Songs
October 14, 2023 17:34 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBJustin Timberlake earned his 3rd top 20 radio hit for the Trolls movie franchise. I overview each film and its theme songs that he sings: "Can't Stop the Feeling!", "The Other Side", and "Better Place." Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Trolls (2016) "Can't Stop the Feeling!" - Justin Timberlake Trolls Soundtrack Trolls World Tour (2020) "The Other Side" - SZA & Justin Timberlake Trolls World Tour Soundtrack Trolls Band Together (2023) "Better Place" - 'NSYNC (Lyri...
Ep. 208 - Maren Morris' The Bridge
October 07, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBBreaking a year-and-a-half hiatus, Maren Morris is back with 2 singles she's released as The Bridge: "The Tree" and "Get the Hell Out of Here". Still outspoken about her personal beliefs, the backstories behind these songs unleash a career changing bombshell! I recap where Maren Morris' music left off last year, and read between the lines of these new songs. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Maren Morris discography Twitter Instagram Youtube Channel CMT Crossroads ...
Ep. 207 - Van Halen & "Hot for Teacher"
September 30, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBContinuing the "Back to School" theme from Episode 206, and repeat topic from Episode 94, my friend Eric Senich discusses Van Halen and their 1984 song "Hot For Teacher". With your pencil, passion for Van Halen, music, and podcasts, listen and take these music notes. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Van Halen's disocgraphy YouTube Channel "Hot For Teacher" music video (1984) "Cactus" - Parchment Farm Eric Senich's podcast: Booked on Rock Van Halen News Desk Song...
Ep. 206 - Back to School Playlist
September 23, 2023 18:15 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBA month into a new school year, and after recently attending a school reunion, I've created a Back to School playlist. Part 1 of this episode commences with the first 8 songs, and last song will be discussed in a part 2 discussion next week. Back to School Playlist “Welcome Back” - John Sebastian (1975, 1976) Welcome Back Kotter TV intro Welcome Back, Kotter “Fifteen” - Taylor Swift (2008, 2009-2010) “School Days” - Chuck Berry (1957) “Cool Kids” - Echosmith (2013) “ABC” - The Jackso...
Ep. 205 - 'NSYNC Top 10 Favs
September 16, 2023 18:14 - 27 minutes - 25 MBAll 5 of 'NSYNC's boy band members reunited at the VMAs, presenting Best Pop Video to Taylor Swift's "Anti-Hero". They'll be releasing "Better Place" soon, a promo single for upcoming Trolls' movie Trolls Band Together! Until then, I flashback 10 of 'NSYNC's favorite songs. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena 'NSYNC Top 10 Favs Playlist 10. “Pop” (2001) 9. “I Want You Back” (1998) 8. “Girlfriend” (2001, 2002-2003) 7. “Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday” (1998) 6. ("God Mu...
Ep. 204 - VMAs 2023 Predictions
September 09, 2023 16:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBMTV's VMAs (Video Music Awards) will air 9/12, 8pm. Before then, I "announce" prediction winners from 9 of its categories: Best Pop, Best Hip-Hop, Best R&B, Best Rock, Best Alternative, Best Collaboration, Song of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Video of the Year. Hear my picks, and follow this podcast's social media pages to check how I'll score during and after the show! Music Notes with Jess' social media links: Facebook Twitter Instagram 2023 VMAs categories: vmas.mtv.com/ Linkin Par...
Ep. 203 - Barbie: The Albums
September 02, 2023 19:34 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBBarbie's movie been an international success this summer, especially its soundtrack! It's been #1 a month on Billboard's Soundtrack chart, filled with multigenred commercial artists. I give a track-by-track of Barbie: The Album (Best Weekend Ever Edition)'s 19 songs, tie it in the movie, and performers' info. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Barbie's soundtrack streaming: https://barbiethealbum.lnk.to/BTA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi0v...
Ep. 202 - "Rich Men North of Richmond"
August 26, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBIndie-folk singer Oliver Anthony Music, debuted #1 on Billboard's multi-genre charts without even trying! Expressing working class woes into music, Americans are loving "Rich Men North of Richmond." Starting from scratch as an everyday guy, people are researching whatever they could find out about Oliver Anthony Music, and what to expect next from him. I give an overview of his background, personal beliefs, releasing "Rich Men North of Richmond"'s single, and its record breaking charting. T...
Ep. 201 - Madonna Top 10
August 19, 2023 18:20 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBMadonna just turned 65, and her debut album is 40! She contracted bacterial meningtitis on her latest tour, and is rescheduling new dates on her website. There's barely top 10 lists of her hits, because of so many from the 4 decades she's been recording. I made a top 10 of songs fans would recognize, and shared the playlist link of my personal 10 favorites from her. "Strike a pose", and take music notes. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Madonna's website: https://w...
Ep. 200 - Then & Now (Ep. 101-199)
August 12, 2023 18:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBHappy 200th episode, to Music Notes with Jess! It's been in production almost 4 years, and 2 years since the 100th. I did a recap of episodes 1-99 for the 100th, now I do a then and now of episodes 101-199. Thanks for listening! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Music Notes with Jess' social media pages: Facebook Twitter Instagram Email: [email protected] Music Notes with Jess' 100th episode: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/46480783 Twisted Pulp magazi...
Ep. 199 - Doja Cat's "Attention"
August 05, 2023 18:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBDoja Cat's been entertaining the past 3 years in pop, R&B, hip-hop, and dance. Preparing for her 4th album, she had words with fans online about choosing a fanbase name. Saying her peace, promo singles "Attention" and "Paint the Town Red" got released this summer. I recap Doja Cat's success, and analyze these 2 new songs. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Doja Cat's website: https://www.dojacat.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl23pGTHVYqvKs...
Ep. 198 - Tony Bennett Top 10 Favs
July 29, 2023 16:30 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJazz crooner Tony Bennett, passed away 7/21/23. He was weeks away from turning 97, but spent the last 7 years with Alzheimer's Disease. Being one of the most successful singers of his genre, era, and all time, I countdown 10 favorite standards we love from his catalog. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3eA6yHeGbWVvJziuxSXwwL?si=a6b03ca9747f4ddb 10. “Body and Soul” (2011) 9. “Steppin’ Out With My Baby” (1993) 8. “Love for...