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Music Media Review Teaser

2/18/2026
It's been about a month since I began hosting my new podcast Music Media Review! Interesting topics and guest co-hosts are scheduled soon, search and subscribe to stay updated. Follow on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening to Music Notes with Jess' reruns! Theme Songs: "Dance Track" / "Gym Track" - Jessica Ann Catena Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:01:56

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Music Notes with Jess - Signoff

1/21/2026
The pages to my second podcast Music Media Review, are officially live! Subscribe wherever you stream Music Notes with Jess, and listen when the first episode will be posted. Thank you for your patience, 6 years, and going back to past episodes all this time! Follow Music Media Review on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com or musicnoteswithjess@gmail.com for questions. Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:00:51

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New Year, New Podcast

1/10/2026
I've been teasing a change would be occuring for this podcast in the new year. Please listen/ watch this announcement, and thank you for supporting Music Notes with Jess' 6 years! Podcast preview page - Music Media Review Follow these social media pages for updates on Facebook, X, Instagram! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:01:21

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Ep. 325 - Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 2)

1/3/2026
Happy New Year! Here's the top 20 finishing our Top 40 Songs of 2025 playlist! Selections were based on listeners' downloads, mainstream attention, and my personal favorites. Share your opinions on our social media pages, and email. 20. “Texas” - Blake Shelton (2024-2025) 19. “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” - RAYE 18. “Everybody Scream” - Florence + The Machine 17. “WILDFLOWER” - Billie Eilish (2024-2025) 16. “I Got Better” - Morgan Wallen 15. “The Big Goodbye” - AJR 14. “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out” - ROLE MODEL 13. “Man I Need” - Olivia Dean 12. “Lover Girl” - Laufey 11. “Backup Plan” - Bailey Zimmerman feat. Luke Combs 10. “Time Waited” - My Morning Jacket 9. “Good News” - Shaboozey (2024-2025) 8. “The Giver” - Chappell Roan 7. “My Only Angel” - Aerosmith & YUNGBLUD 6. “Abracadabra” - Lady Gaga 5. “A Song To Sing” - Miranda Lambert & Chris Stapleton 4. “It Ain’t Easy” - Teddy Swims 3. “Headphones On” - Addison Rae 2. “MUTT” - Leon Thomas (2024-2025) 1. “Messy” - Lola Young (2024-2025) PIck A Disc - guest experience Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:59:34

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Ep. 324 - Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 1)

12/27/2025
The themes for 2025's music gradually came along. There was so many great songs that came out, but people weren't frequently listening than usual. I've made my own observations and chose to rank tunes that left memorable effects on me. Here's what got picked for Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 1). Playlist: 40. All My Love” - Coldplay (2024-2025) 39. “If You Hadn’t Been There” - Dolly Parton 38. “Walk This Road” - The Doobie Brothers feat. Mavis Staples 37. “Everybody Laughs” - David Byrne & Ghost Town Orchestra 36. “Am I Okay?” - Megan Moroney (2024-2025) 35. “Cry for Me” - The Weeknd 34. I Want You (Fever)” - Momma 33. “Couldn’t Care Less” - Priscilla Block 32. “Live For You” - Thee Sacred Souls (2024-2025) 31. “Ecstasy” - Ciara 30. “Work On Me” - Dasha 29. “Bottle Rockets” - Scotty McCreery & Hootie & The Blowfish 28. “GO BABY” - Justin Bieber 27. “Opalite” - Taylor Swift 26. “Sailor Song” - Gigi Perez (2024-2025) 25. “Ordinary” - Alex Warren 24. “Country House” - Sam Hunt 23. “Azizam” - Ed Sheeran 22. “Nice To Meet You” - Myles Smith (2024-2025) 21. “Anxiety” - Doechii Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:48:47

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Ep. 323 - Jingle Ball 2025 Review

12/20/2025
Jingle Ball is an annual winter concert thrown by iHeartRadio! I just attended 12/12's show at MSG! My review of the venue, artists, seats, and televised special are discussed in this episode. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena NYC Lineup: Monsta X; live Ravyn Lenae; live Myles Smith; live K-Pop Demon Hunters Singalong (Saja Boys) - Soundtrack Jessie Murph; live Zara Larsson; live Alex Warren; live Nelly; live Laufey; live Conan Gray; live Renee Rapp; live Ed Sheeran; live "Play It Cool" - Monsta X feat. Steve Aoki (2019) Related Episodes: Ep. 13 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 2) Ep. 117 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 2) Ep. 123 - Z100's Radio History Ep. 187 - Ed Sheeran Top 11 Ep. 260 - Global Citizen Festival 2024 - Review Ep. 292 - Ed Sheeran's "Azizam" & "Old Phone" Ep. 295 - Modern Folk: Alex Warren & Myles Smith Ep. 301 - Live Aid's 40th Coverage Ep. 303 - Moulin Rouge! Film & Play Ep. 308 - VMAs 2025 Predictions Ep. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' Review Ep. 322 - Christmas 2025 Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:20:20

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Ep. 322 - Christmas 2025 Playlist

12/13/2025
We've all been looking forward to the holidays this year as a state of mind. Having a huge amount of new music classics is definitely helping. I share 8 songs I'm admiring, and welcome 2 recommendations by another podcast I've helped contributed recently. Listen, enjoy, and Merry Christmas! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Christmas 2025 Playlist: "Christmas in the City" - Pentatonix "Where Are You Christmas?" / "Christmas, Why Can't I Find You" - The Pretty Reckless (Taylor Momsen) "Counting Down the Days" - Brad Paisley; Tonight Show "California Days" - Bryan Adams feat, Barenaked Ladies, Alessia Cara, The Sheepdogs, Alan Doyle & Light "Christmas Time Is Here" - Trisha Yearwood; Studio "Santa Baby" - Laufey (2024-2025); tree lighting "The Innkeeper" - Little Big Town "Christmas Is Here" - Cher Related Content: "Where Are You Christmas?" - Faith Hill (2000) How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000); Freeform TV schedule Hallmark Channel's schedule A Great Big Holiday Jam - Citytv Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Episodes: Ep. 151 - End of Summer Playlist Ep. 219 - Christmas 2023's Songs Ep. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10 Ep. 252 - Little Big Town Top 10 Ep. 269 - Christmas 2024 Playlist Ep. 299 - The Beach Boys Top 10 Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 Playlist Ep. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review) Ep. 321 - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' 60th Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:28:01

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Ep. 321 - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' 60th

12/6/2025
A Charlie Brown Christmas' TV special and soundtrack turns 60 this season; the Peanuts franchise turned 75 in October! Pop culturally a classic, no official celebration has been set to celebrate the 60th anniversary. Sharing my personal memories, I flashback how A Charlie Brown Christmas came about in 1965, critique the album, and different spinoffs that evolved since. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena 40 Years - A Charlie Brown Christmas 60th Anniversary vinyls: Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart "Christmas Time Is Here" - Trisha Yearwood (2025); studio Charles M. Schultz's timeline; Lee Mendelson & Vince Guaraldi Udiscover's writeup CBS Sunday Morning interview (2021) Trombone wah-wah example from A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973) Gifts: Hallmark; Krispy Kreme; Vera Bradley Related: Ep. 216 - Alicia Keys Top 10 Ep. 269 - Christmas 2024 Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:18:57

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Ep. 320 - Howl Owl Howl's "My Cologne"

11/29/2025
A new rock supergroup has formed. Reminiscent of '90s alternative rock, Howl Owl Howl is a combination of Hootie and the Blowfish, R.E.M., and The Black Crowes. Their debut single "My Cologne" came out Halloween, but was inspired by an unexpected popular singer. Find out who, why, and how in this new episode. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Interviews: Rolling Stone Article, All Access podcast episode; TODAY Show "My Cologne" (Live); Howl Owl Howl's YouTube Channel; 1st tour list; Set Lists Darius Rucker discography CMT Music Awards 2023: "She Talks to Angels" - The Black Crowes & Darius Rucker CMT Crossroads episode - The Black Crowes & Darius Rucker (2023) "Bottle Rockets" - Scotty McCreery feat. Hootie and the Blowfish (2025) "R.E.M." - Ariana Grande (2018); fragrance; 2020 cassette container Related Episodes: Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10 Ep. 210 - Darius Rucker Top 10 Ep. 215 - Thanksgiving Countdown 2 Ep. 223 - Ariana Grande's "yes and?" / J. Lo's "Can't Get Enough" Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews) Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:13:51

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Ep. 319 - Olivia Dean Bio & Music

11/22/2025
Olivia Dean's having quite the 2025. She's nominated Best New Artist for 2026's Grammys, just performed on SNL, and trending globally! Learn her timeline and how her music's fitting nicely among this year's music trends. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Interviews: BBC (2024); Vogue; Harper's Bazaar Tonight Show: "Nice to Each Other" TODAY Show: Album; "Let Alone the One You Love"; "So Easy (To Fall In Love)"; "Nice to Each Other"; "Man That I Need" SNL: "Man That I Need"; "Let Alone the One You Love" Fav Songs': "UFO"; "Getting There"; "I Could Be A Florist" (2023); "The Art of Loving"; "Nice to Each Other"; "Lady Lady"; "So Easy (To Fall In Love)"; "Baby Steps" Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1992) "Lay It On Me" - Rudimental feat. Ed Sheeran (2015) Solange Knowles' A Seat at the Table (2016) H.E.R. Related Episodes: Ep. 1 - Global Citizens Festival 2019 Ep. 13 - Top 40 Songs of 2019 (Part 2) Ep. 65 - Top 40 Songs of 2020 Ep. 169 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 2) Ep. 184 - Earth Day Playlist Ep. 255 - Yacht Soul Playlist Ep. 272 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 1) Ep. 280 - Lola Young's "Messy" Ep. 295 - Alex Warren & Myles Smith Ep. 308 - VMAs 2025 Predictions Ep. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review) Ep. 312 - "The Life of a Showgirl" (Review) Ep. 316 - Leon Thomas' "Mutt" Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:12:16

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Ep. 318 - CMA Awards 2025 Predictions

11/15/2025
Country music fans, it's time for the 59th CMA Awards! The industry's gone through so much in 2025. Grand Ole Opry turned 100! The Grammys broke up 2026's country category in 2! MTV added country to the VMAs! Growing through these changes, I share my predictions who'd win CMA Awards' 11 categories ahead of 11/19's show! Check our social media links below viewing before-and-after results. Spotify's CMA playlist Sirius/XM Channel 56 - The Highway CMT Hot Twenty ending December CMT Hot Twenty Related Episodes: Ep. 221 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2) Ep. 252 - Little Big Town Top 10 Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion (Review) Ep. 260 - Global Citizen Festival 2024 - Review Ep. 266 - CMA Awards 2024 Predictions Ep. 272 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 1) Ep. 273 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 2) Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews) Ep. 286 - Lady A Top 10 Ep. 290 - ACMs 2025 Predictions Ep. 293 - Blake Shelton & Morgan Wallen's New Albums Ep. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to the VMAs Ep. 308 - VMAs 2025 Predictions Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:27:58

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Ep. 317 - 1967 Favorites Playlist

11/8/2025
2025's added dictionary word of the year is... "6 7"? This social media term spreading its lingo online, in classrooms, and cultural language. Derived from a Tiktok song and NBA player's height, the definition 6 7 is a slang for maybe or so-so. Test your usage by listening to this episode's inspired playlist: popular music from 1967. Share on our social media below what you like, dislike, or feel six-seven! Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Mentioned: The Monkees, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Johnny & June Cash, The Jungle Book, Dr. Doolittle, You Only Live Twice, To Sir With Love, The Four Seasons, Linda Ronstadt, Bob Dylan, CSNY formation, Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship/Starship, The Moody Blues, The Rolling Stones, The Foundations, The Supremes, Vanilla Fudge, Aretha Franklin, California folk scene. Pisces, Acquarius, Capricorn, & Jones, Ltd. - vinyl; unveiling The Beatles Anthology - Disney+ "Foxey Lady" - Wayne's World clip "Nights in White Satin" - 2018's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Fuller House finale part 1 1967 - Austin Powers club clip Related Episodes: Ep. 104 - "No Time to Die" Movie Theme Ep. 141 - Class of 2007 Playlist Ep. 183 - The Monkees' Top 10 Hits Ep. 184 - Earth Day Playlist Ep. 190 - Tina Turner Top 10 Ep. 198 - Tony Bennett Top 10 Favs Ep. 221 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2) Ep. 226 - Beatles Covers Playlist Ep. 235 - Eclipse Playlist Ep. 268 - The Beatles on Disney+ Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews) Ep. 297 - Sly Stone's Music Impact Ep. 299 - The Beach Boys Top 10 Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:30:00

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Ep. 316 - Leon Thomas' "Mutt"

11/1/2025
Leon Thomas is a contemporary R&B singer, who first got introduced as a teen actor. Music passion passed down from his family, and he's finally getting his name out this year as a solo artist. Learn the timeline, creative writing behind "Mutt", and how a recent Billboard ruling earned a "top-dog" achievement for Leon's career officially mainstream. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Performances: Genius - lyrics breakdown (2024) 2025: NPR's Tiny Desk; The Late Show clip; Coachella clip BET Awards - acceptance speech; MTV Push Artist Variety - studio production session "Snooze" cover Related Episodes: Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10 Ep. 156 - Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit" Ep. 216 - Alicia Keys Top 10 Ep. 220 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 1) Ep. 236 - Teddy Swims and Benson Boone Ep. 242 - 2024 Summer Song? Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:13:16

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Ep. 315 - Rocky Horror 50th

10/25/2025
[Listener discretion is strongly advised for mature explicit content.] All season, fans have celebrated the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Despite its risque quirkiness, it's the longest theatrical movie played annually since. Learn the franchise's history then, and relived through 3 21st century reboots. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Vinyl Soundtrack Digital Soundtrack Theater participation props Hollywood Theatre interview Tim Curry interview: CBS Sunday Morning; edit Vagabond memoir Meat Loaf discography The Rocky Horror Glee Show (2010) Let's Do the Time Warp Again (2016) "Tears" - Sabrina Carpenter (2025) Related Episodes: Ep. 107 - 13 Halloweenish Songs Ep. 113 - Annie/MJ The Musical/West Side Story Ep. 159 - Thriller: Then and Now Ep. 163 - Monarch (TV Show) Ep. 211 - Sounds Like Halloween Ep. 217 - Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather" Ep. 235 - Eclipse Playlist Ep. 263 - Ghostbusters' 2 Movie Songs Ep. 273 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 2) Ep. 283 - Dolly Parton's 2 New Songs Ep. 298 - Gigi Perez & Lorde Ep. 302 - Ozzy Osbourne Top 10 Ep. 314 - Lady Gaga's "The Dead Dance" & Florence + The Machine's "Everybody Scream" Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:17:41

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Ep. 314- Lady Gaga's "The Dead Dance" & Florence + The Machine's "Everybody Scream"

10/18/2025
Leading up to Halloween, two contemporary songs are likely to set the mood: Lady Gaga's "The Dead Dance", and Florence + The Machine's "Everybody Scream"! Both divas are theatrical entertainers, thrilling fans to have fun along with them. Learn the development stories about each in this episode. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Sound effects taken from Soundscape's Pottery Barn Halloween CD (2001). "The Dead Dance": Wednesday Netflix mini-series Wednesday Season 2 scene; VMAs 2025: Live from Madison Square Garden Gala event press release Florence + The Machine - Favorite Songs "Dog Days Are Over" (2009-2010) - Video 1, 2, MTV 2010 "Shake It Out" (2011) "Sweet Nothing" (2012) - Calvin Harris "Ship to Wreck" (2015) "Call Me Cruella" (2021) "Everybody Scream" @ Graham Norton Show, album link Related Episodes: Ep. 85 - Cruella De Vil Theme Songs Ep. 105 - Lady Gaga Top 10 Ep. 166 - 'Wednesday' & "Goo Goo Muck" Ep. 213 - Stevie Nicks Top 10 Ep. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department Review Ep. 282 - Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' (Review) Ep. 308 - MTV VMAs 2025 Predictions Ep. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review) Ep. 312 - 'The Life of a Showgirl' (Review) Ep. 313 - Bruno Mars Top 10 Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:16:30

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Ep. 313 - Bruno Mars Top 10

10/11/2025
Happy 40th Bruno Mars! He posted an AI birthday post, and is re-releasing a 15th anniversary vinyl edition of his 2010 debut album: Doo-Wop & Hooligans. Entertaining audiences his whole life, I honor 10 hits with my own personal memories in this top 10 countdown. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Playlist: 10. “Treasure” (2012, 2013); Sample 9. “That’s What I Like” (2016, 2017) 8. “It Will Rain” (2011) 7. “Finesse (Remix)” feat. Cardi B (2017); In Loving Color 6. “Die With A Smile” - Lady Gaga (2024-2025) 5. “Leave the Door Open” - Silk Sonic (2021) 4. “Grenade” (2010-2011) 3. “When I Was Your Man” (2012-2013) 2. “Just the Way You Are” (2010) 1. “Uptown Funk” - Mark Ronson (2014-2015); SNL; Ellen Show 24K Magic @ The Apollo Theater; BET Awards 2017 Intro: "Perm" "Leave the TV On" - James Corden & Reggie Watts "A Thousand Years" - Christina Perri (2011-2012) "Am I Wrong" - Anderson.Paak feat. Schoolboy Q (2016) 2011's Hot 100 #1s table chart "Nothin' On You" - B.o.B. (2009, 2010) "Billionaire" - Travie McCoy (2009, 2010) "Blow" - Ed Sheeran feat. Chris Stapleton (2019) "Wake Up in the Sky" - Gucci Mane feat. Kodak Black (2019) Related Episodes: Ep. 78 - "Leave the Door Open" Ep. 157 - Bruno Mars' 6 Diamond Songs Ep. 168 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 1) Ep. 187 - Ed Sheeran Top 10 Ep. 189 - Hawaiian Musicians Playlist Ep. 257 - "Die With a Smile" Ep. 282 - Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' (Review) Ep. 308 - VMAs 2025 Predictions Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:35:07

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Ep. 312 - 'The Life of a Showgirl' (Review)

10/4/2025
Fans will be remember 10/3/25 being Taylor Swift's 12th album launch day for The Life of a Showgirl! Recorded secretly a year ago, she was inspired to note personal growth inspired by her then boyfriend / now fiancèe Travis Kelce, and coping a constant spotlight on her career. Metaphorically composing about love, family, scrutiny, and fame, the tracks were co-produced by 2 different pros than her prior albums over a decade! Learn the significance how certain events were expressed, my review, and publicity plan Taylor will promote soon. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Watch The Eras Tour - Disney+ Media Coverage: Amazon Music / Apple Music BBC One / Capital FM / Hits Radio The Graham Norton Show Sirius/XM Channel 13 iHeartRadio NBC: Jimmy Fallon / Seth Meyers Related Episodes: Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10 Ep. 117 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 2) Ep. 206 - Back To School Playlist Ep. 217 - Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather" Ep. 219 - Christmas 2023 Playlist Ep. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department - Review Ep. 269 - Christmas 2024 Playlist Ep. 273 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 2) Ep. 283 - Dolly Parton's 2 New Songs Ep. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review) Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:17:23

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Ep. 311 - 'Buckingham Nicks' & Miley Cyrus' "Secrets"

9/27/2025
Bootleg record Buckingham Nicks, got re-issued this month since 1973's original release! Historically a climax for Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks' relationship, and invited to join classic rock band, Fleetwood Mac. They haven't been amicable since then, what gave the go-ahead to finally remaster their duo's debut recordings? Second, Miley Cyrus has involved Fleetwood Mac alumni on her new single "Secrets". It's not her first affiliation with them. Find out who was the first, collaborated now, and whom the song is about. Theme Song: "Dance Track" by Jessica Ann Catena Rock & Roll Hall of Fame - Buckingham Nicks & Fleetwood Mac merch "Midnight Sky" / "Edge of Midnight"- Miley Cyrus (2020) David Byrne / Talking Heads Related Episodes: Ep. 53 - Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams" - History Ep. 65 - Top 40 Songs of 2020 (Pt. 2) Ep. 165- Christine McVie Top 10 Ep. 172 - Miley Cyrus' "Flowers" Ep. 213 - Stevie Nicks Top 10 Ep. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10 Ep. 250 - French Lyrics Playlist Ep. 296 - Billy Joel Top 10 Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:17:41

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Ep. 310 - Earth, Wind & Fire Top 10

9/20/2025
A decade after receiving a Grammys Lifetime Achievement award, R&B/disco band Earth, Wind & Fire are ready to share their celebration. CBS will air this past 4th of July's holiday weekend concert tapings at The Hollywood Bowl; guess when to watch it: The 21st night of September! Praising 55 musical years, I countdown 10 hits I recommend to get you started. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Playlist: 10. “Sing A Song” (1975) 9. “Fantasy” (1977-1978) 8. “Can’t Hide Love” (1975-1976) 7. “That’s the Way of the World” (1975) 6. “Got to Get You Into My Life” (1978) 5. “Let’s Groove” (1981) 4. “Reasons” (1975) 3. “After the Love Has Gone” (1979) 2. “Shining Star” (1975) 1. “September” (1978) Maurice White on drums: "Rescue Me" - Fontella Bass (1965); Billy Stewart - "Summertime" (1966); Betty Everett - "You're No Good" (1963) Mentioned Media: "Free" - Deniece Williams (1976); The Emotions "You Can't Hide Love" - Creative Source (1973) "You Want My Love" - Lucky Daye feat. Earth, Wind & Fire (2021) "Can't Hide Love" (cover) - Edwin McCain "Got to Get You Into My Life" - The Beatles (1966) HItch's "Reasons" film clip (2005) Goldmember's 1975 time machine scene (2002) Related Episodes: Ep. 103 - Earth, Wind & Fire's "September" Ep. 226 - Beatles Cover Songs Ep. 265 - Quincy Jones FavoritesEp. 297 - Sly Stone's Music Impact Ep. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAs Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:31:38

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Ep. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review)

9/13/2025
Laufey's a young Icelandic/Asian jazz aficionado. Studying the music from her parents, she's kept the genre alive through self-compositions this decade. Fans are dazzled of her writing, singing, playing piano/guitar/cello! "Third time's the charm" for 3rd album A Matter of Time, topping jazz charts, and just crossed over #4 on Billboard's 200 albums chart. Brilliantly romanticizing a "timely" concept record. I share this young lady's music journey, review the tracks, and evaluate its popularity in this episode. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena Fan Favorite Singles: "Like the Movies" debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live (2022) "From the Start" (2022, 2024-2025); New Years' Rockin' Eve (2024); GMA (2025) Remix: "Confess Your Love" - Jiandro ft. ola.wav (2025); Tiktok dance "Goddess" (2024); Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon "Christmas Magic" from Red One; UK's The Graham Norton Show (2024) "Silver Lining" (2025); GMA3 "Tough Luck" (2025) "Letter to My 13-Year-Old Self" with Barbra Streisand (2025) "Lover Girl" (2025); GMA; Studio "Snow White" (2025) Interviews: CBS Sunday Morning (edited); MTV; Buzzfeed with puppies Related Episodes: Ep. 42 - Taylor Swift's folklore (Track by Track) Ep. 75 - "Time" & Clock Songs Countdown Ep. 166 - 'Wednesday' & "Goo Goo Muck" Ep. 235 - Eclipse Playlist Ep. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department Ep. 269 - Christmas 2024 Playlist Ep. 294 - Prom 2025 Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

Duration:00:14:46