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Music Notes with Jess
Hosted by Jessica Ann Catena · EN
This podcast ran 2019-2026. Join Jess on new podcast: Music Media Review!
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Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 Playlist
Aug 3000:51:58Tap to summarizeThe '90s are calling like a dial-up modem. Summer 1995 had greats hits holding up 30 years later! While I reflect personal changes I experienced back then, I talk up these classic songs' pivotal messages and artists. Summer 1995 Playlist:“Hold My Hand” - Hootie & The Blowfish (1994-1995); Live- "Bottle Rockets" - Scott McCreery (2025)“I’ll Be There For You” - The Rembrandts (1994-1995)FRIENDS; 10 Seasons Intros; 2021 ReunionPlaylist“This Is How We Do It” - Montell JordanThe Masked Singer (2023); Uber One“Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?” - Bryan AdamsDon Juan Demarco“I Could Fall In Love” - SelenaSelena in Don Juan Demarco1997 biopic; Netflix mini-series (2021)Jennifer Lopez's live cover (2001)Selena & Yolanda: The Secrets Between Them (2024)“Colors of the Wind” - Judy Kuhn / Vanessa WilliamsPocahontas; Journey to a New World“Scream” - Michael Jackson & Janet JacksonJanet Jackson doc clip / Jimmy Jam Lewis (2021)"If" (1993)“Waterfalls” - TLC"No Scrubs" (1999)CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story (2013); TLC Forever (2023)“Any Man of Mine” - Shania Twain (1994-1995)“Kiss from a Rose” - Seal (1994-1995); Batman Forever“You Oughta Know” - Alanis Morrisette“Gangsta’s Paradise” - Coolio; Billboard Awards "Pastime Paradise" - Stevie Wonder (1976)Related: Ep. 24: 10 Springtime Themed SongsEp. 47 - Labor Day CountdownEp. 86 - FRIENDS Theme Song: "I'll Be There For You"Ep. 121 - Janet Jackson DocumentaryEp. 161 - Weird Al Top 10 ParodiesEp. 210 - Darius Rucker Top 10Ep. 287 - Record Store Day PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 306 - ROLE MODEL's "Sally, When the Wine Runs Out"
Aug 2300:13:41Tap to summarizeWe're used to seeing social media impact modern music, but lately artists have been testing audience reactions at their concerts. Tucker Pilsbury (aka ROLE MODEL) improvised a surprise cameo in February, trending one of his songs to become a viral sensation and growing 2025 indie hit. I discuss the fun 6-month success of "Sally, When the Wine Runs Out", and how his pseudonym's an admirable outlook staying so positive. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaInterviews: MTV (2024)Billboard: article, videoNetflix's The Good Sex preview; press releasePerformances: Tonight Show (May)"Where's My Sally" celeb montage; TikTok pageTikTok accountMentioned Music:ROLE MODEL's DiscographyRex Orange County - "Loving Is Easy" (Live) (2019)Justin Bieber's SwagThe Killers' "Runaways" (2012)Related Episodes: Ep. 249 - Shaboozey's "A Bar Song" (Tipsy)Ep. 278 - Mayer Hawthorne Top 10Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews)Ep. 294 - Prom 2025 PlaylistEp. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAsFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 305 - Maroon 5's 'Love Is Like' (Review)
Aug 1600:15:23Tap to summarizeThe beginnings of Maroon 5 began 30 years ago as Kara's Flowers, officially formed 2001. Going through a lot of professional and music changes, their 8th album Love Is Like may be entering a new music market sonically. I give my review comparing to Maroon 5's band history, discography, and promotion up to its release date. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaInterviews:TODAY Show Summer Concert Series: Album, HistoryHoward Stern: Billy Joel knows Maroon 5's name origin. (2014)Podcast: Artist Friendly with Joel Madden: Part 1, Part 2Love Is Like promo singles: "Priceless" feat. LISA"All Night", Today Show (Live)"California", Today Show (Live)"Love Is Like" feat. Lil WayneJane HermanRyan DusickRobert Palmer: "Addicted to Love", "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" (1985-1986) "Simply Irresistible" (1988)Shania Twain - "Man! I Feel Like a Woman" (1997, 1999)iHeartRadio Music FestivalRelated Episodes: Ep. 40 - Maroon 5 Top 20Ep. 62 - Christina Aguilera Top 10Ep. 97 - John Mayer Top 10Ep. 116 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 1)Ep. 279 - Adam Levine on The VoiceEp. 284 - Chappell Roan's "The Giver"Ep. 296 - Billy Joel Top 10Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAs
Aug 9, 202500:13:29Tap to summarizeEvery year, MTV announces their Video Music Awards nominations around their August anniversary. 2025's ballot was delayed, and revealed 2 bombshell changes! Country music got incorporated in the nominees, and CBS will syndicate the show for the first time outside of cable on Sunday, September 7th! Are these business decisions music-related, or a merger experiment with SkyDance Media's on Paramount's assets? I look into both and reveal which country songs' videos will compete on the 42nd VMAs. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaFollow the podcast at: Facebook, X, Instagram.Connect with Jess on Linkedin. MTV's Country VMAs Nominations:Best Country: "I Think I'm In Love With You" - Chris Stapleton (2023-2024)"I'm Gonna Love You" - Cody Johnson & Carrie Underwood (2024)"Liar" - Jelly Roll (2024-2025)"Am I Okay?" - Megan Moroney (2024-2025)"Smile" - Morgan Wallen (2025)Best Push Artist Performance: "A Bar Song Tipsy" - Shaboozey (2024)Best New Artist: Ella LangleyArtist of the Year / Album of the Year: Morgan Wallen - I'm the ProblemBest Collaborations: "Backup Plan" - Bailey Zimmerman & Luke Combs (2025)"Pour Me a Drink" - Post Malone feat. Blake Shelton (2024)CBS Cancellations List Paramount+ Channels CMT Music Awards: Ultimate Party Edition: Apple TV, PhiloRelated Episodes: Ep. 94 - MTV's Music Impact - 40thEp. 181 - BET/VH1 History & MergersEp. 249 - Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion' (Review)Ep. 256 - VMAs 2024 PredictionsEp. 266 - CMA Awards 2025 PredictionsEp. 290 - ACMs 2025 PredictionsEp. 293 - Blake Shelton & Morgan Wallen's New AlbumsEp. 300 - Then and Now (Ep. 201-299)Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 303 - Moulin Rouge! Film & Play
Aug 2, 202500:18:53Tap to summarizeI recently saw Moulin Rouge!'s Broadway musical at The Al Hirschfeld Theatre for a special occasion! It debuted there 2019, and I saw 2 guests actors at the end of July's showtime: Wayne Brady, and Taye Diggs! The theatrics left me in awe with set changes, multi-generational cover songs, costumes, and a surprise encore curtain call. Hear my review in comparison to Paris France's historical cabaret, and 2001's film. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaMoulin Rouge - cabaret history2001 Soundtrack: Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music"Lady Marmalade" - Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nkMaking the Video2019 Broadway Soundtrack: Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple MusicInterviews: Wayne Brady: Live with Kelly and Mark, The ViewTaye Diggs: Live with Kelly and MarkRelated Episodes: Ep. 62 - Christina Aguilera Top 10Ep. 84 - P!nk Top 10 HitsEp. 113 - Annie/MJ The Musical/West Side StoryEp. 145 - Brian May Top 10Ep. 158 - Queen's "Face It Alone"Ep. 250 - French Lyrics PlaylistEp. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews)Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 302 - Ozzy Osbourne Top 10
Jul 26, 202500:29:53Tap to summarizeWeeks after his farewell performances at Birmingham England's Back to the Beginning Festival, rocker Ozzy Osbourne died 7/22 at 76. Rocking 60 years as a solo artist and his band Black Sabbath, he innovated heavy metal's imagery, concert entertainment, and media. Based on the songs I heard working classic rock radio, and favorites from fans, I countdown in this top 10. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaOzzy Osbourne Top 1010. “Shot in the Dark” (1986)9. “No More Tears” (1991)8. “I Don’t Wanna Stop” (2007); WWE7. “Paranoid” (1970)6. “Flying High Again” (1981)5. “Children of the Grave” (1973)4. “War Pigs” (1970)3. “Mama I’m Coming Home” (1991-1992)2. “Iron Man” (1971)1. “Crazy Train” (1980)Classic Albums: Paranoid (2002)The Osbournes (2002-2005)The Big Interview with Dan Rather - Sharon Osbourne (2017)Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2024: Induction, Speech, CoversBack to the Beginning Festival - Black Sabbath set, Ozzy's solo setOzzy's first familyOzzy's last top 10 hit: "Take What You Want" - Post Malone feat. Travis Scott (2019)Related Episode: Ep. 194 - 4th of July Playlist (2023)Ep. 301 - Live Aid's 40th CoverageFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 301 - Live Aid's 40th Coverage
Jul 19, 202500:25:16Tap to summarizeOn 7/13/85, the most watched bi-coastal music festival was viewed by 2 billion, 150 countries, and 16 hours long! Without modern technology and for charity, Live Aid took place at London's Wembley Stadium and Philadelphia's former JFK Stadium (now Wells Fargo Center). Brought up 40 years later of its extravagent gathering, learn how this telethon was covered back then, and acknowledged recently for its 40th anniversary: 7/13/25. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaBand Aid At 40 / U.S.A. for Africa's "We Are the World" (1985)The Greatest Night In PopWoodstock 50 Issues (2019)Live Aid Fan Site; Live AlbumWYKW 1490AM Newsradio (Philadelphia)Larry Magid article; podcast episode interview80sCentral.com; Live Aid 40 press releaseLive Aid: When Rock and Roll Ruled the World (CNN) BBC Webpage; Amazon Prime Video; AppleTVBohemian Rhapsody (2018) biopic; Live Aid scenes "In My Time" - Teddy Pendergrass (1984)Global Citizen organizationPick A Disc - UK albums review podcastRelated Episodes: Ep. 1: Global Citizen Festival 2019Ep. 5: A Year After Bohemian RhapsodyEp. 76 - Teddy Pendergrass BiographyEp. 260 - Global Citizen Festival 2024 - Review Ep. 265 - Quincy Jones FavoritesEp. 271 - Band Aid & "We Are the World"Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 300 - Then & Now (Ep. 201-299)
Jul 12, 202501:18:11Tap to summarizeHappy 300th Music Notes with Jess! 6 years later, we've reached 300 episodes! I owe to our growing listeners base, family, friends, co-workers, and podcasting networking. Celebrate recap the topics discussed in the 200s, learning the updates what's occurred with them since then. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaSupport the showFollow the podcast at: Facebook, X, Instagram.Connect with Jess on Linkedin. Podcast friends: Seeing Them Live, Rock Talk Studio, Getting Down & Wordy, Album Nerds, Booked On Rock, My Weekly Mixtape, Six Picks Music Club, Pick a Disk, Polyphonic Press.Sister-in-law's blog sites: Instagram, TikTokRadio friend Ethan Carey's band: SonsUp; Beatles cover "Wait""In My Room" - Grant Lee Buffalo (1995)Friends clipRecaps: 100th, 200thFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 299 - The Beach Boys Top 10
Jul 4, 202500:30:51Tap to summarizeThe Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson died 6/11 from ailing illnesses. This is the first summer without him, and there's countless music to remember him by. Countdown and learn about these 10 fan favorite songs. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaPlaylist:10. “Barbara Ann” (1965); The Regents (1961); Home Improvement9. “Surfin’ USA” (1963)8. “Do It Again” (1968)7. “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” (1966); 50 First Dates6. “Don’t Worry Baby” (1964)5. “California Girls” (1965); David Lee Roth (1985)4. “Fun, Fun, Fun” (1964)3. “In My Room” (1963)2. “Good Vibrations” (1966)1. “God Only Knows” (1966); BBC (2014)Disney+ Documentary; trailerMentioned Media: Jan & DeanHome Improvement - "Little Deuce Coupe"Full House clips"Kokomo"- (1988)"California Gurls" - Katy Perry & Snoop Dogg (2010)Podcast friends: My Weekly Mixtape, Album Nerds, Rock Talk StudioRelated: Ep. 89 - Songs of the SummerEp. 144 - Yacht Rock - Boat SongsEp. 241 - The Beach Boys Rare 10Ep. 248 - Katy Perry's Diamond Songs & "WOMAN'S WORLD" Ep. 287 - Record Store Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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Ep. 298 - Gigi Perez & Lorde
Jun 28, 202500:20:37Tap to summarizeMost of 2025's pop scene has been dominated by LGTBQ+ females. Joining that list are Cuban folk singer Gigi Perez, and New Zealand's alternative artist Lorde. Expressing self-identity in different genres, I review each of their new albums: At the Beach, In Real Life, and Virgin.Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Gigi Perez's website; discography"Celine" - Soundcloud"Sailor Song" - video, Tonight Show performanceZach Show podcast interviewMTV Push interview"Closer to Fine" - Indigo Girls (1989)Lollapallooza 2025Lorde's website; YouTube channeldiscography"Royals", "Tennis Court", "Team" (2013-2014)"Green Light" (2017)"Solar Power"vs. George Michael's "Freedom '90" (1990)"What Was That", "Man of the Year", "Hammer" (2025)Interviews: Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Apple MusicSeeing Them LiveRelated Episodes: Ep. 121 - Janet Jackson DocumentaryEp. 193 - George Michael Top 20Ep. 203- Barbie: The AlbumEp. 211 - Sounds Like HalloweenEp. 230 - Kacey Musgraves' "Deeper Well"Ep. 245 - Maren Morris Top 10Ep. 251 - Celine Dion Top 10Ep. 264 - Seeing Them Live & Lyrics ChatEp. 284 - Chappell Roan's "The Giver"Ep. 285 - Doechii's "Anxiety" & Janet Jackson!Ep. 295 - Modern Folk: Alex Warren & Myles SmithFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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