Music Notes with Jess

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 Catena40 Years - A Charlie Brown Christmas60th Anniversary vinyls: Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart"Christmas Time Is Here" - Trisha Yearwood (2025); studioCharles M. Schultz's timeline; Lee Mendelson & Vince GuaraldiUdiscover's writeupCBS Sunday Morning interview (2021)Trombone wah-wah example from A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973)Gifts: Hallmark; Krispy Kreme; Vera BradleyRelated: Ep. 216 - Alicia Keys Top 10Ep. 269 - Christmas 2024 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaInterviews: Rolling Stone Article, All Access podcast episode; TODAY Show"My Cologne" (Live); Howl Owl Howl's YouTube Channel; 1st tour list; Set ListsDarius Rucker discographyCMT Music Awards 2023: "She Talks to Angels" - The Black Crowes & Darius RuckerCMT 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 containerRelated Episodes: Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10Ep. 210 - Darius Rucker Top 10Ep. 215 - Thanksgiving Countdown 2Ep. 223 - Ariana Grande's "yes and?" / J. Lo's "Can't Get Enough"Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews)Ep. 306 - ROLE MODEL's "Sally, When the Wine Runs Out"Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaInterviews: BBC (2024); Vogue; Harper's BazaarTonight 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 2019Ep. 13 - Top 40 Songs of 2019 (Part 2)Ep. 65 - Top 40 Songs of 2020Ep. 169 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 2)Ep. 184 - Earth Day PlaylistEp. 255 - Yacht Soul PlaylistEp. 272 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 1)Ep. 280 - Lola Young's "Messy"Ep. 295 - Alex Warren & Myles SmithEp. 308 - VMAs 2025 PredictionsEp. 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. 

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 playlistSirius/XM Channel 56 - The HighwayCMT Hot Twenty ending DecemberCMT Hot TwentyRelated Episodes: Ep. 221 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2)Ep. 240 - Miranda Lambert's "Wranglers"Ep. 252 - Little Big Town Top 10Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion (Review)Ep. 260 - Global Citizen Festival 2024 - ReviewEp. 266 - CMA Awards 2024 PredictionsEp. 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 10Ep. 290 - ACMs 2025 PredictionsEp. 293 - Blake Shelton & Morgan Wallen's New AlbumsEp. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to the VMAsEp. 308 - VMAs 2025 PredictionsFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaMentioned: 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; Head critique The Beatles Anthology - Disney+"Foxey Lady" - Wayne's World clip"Nights in White Satin" - 2018's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame "White Rabbit (Isolated Vocals)" - Grace Slick Fuller House finale part 11967 - Austin Powers club clipRelated Episodes: Ep. 104 - "No Time to Die" Movie ThemeEp. 141 - Class of 2007 PlaylistEp. 183 - The Monkees' Top 10 HitsEp. 184 - Earth Day PlaylistEp. 190 - Tina Turner Top 10Ep. 198 - Tony Bennett Top 10 FavsEp. 221 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2)Ep. 226 - Beatles Covers PlaylistEp. 235 - Eclipse PlaylistEp. 267 - Charli XCX Top 10Ep. 268 - The Beatles on Disney+Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews)Ep. 297 - Sly Stone's Music ImpactEp. 299 - The Beach Boys Top 10Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaPerformances: Genius - lyrics breakdown (2024)2025: NPR's Tiny Desk; The Late Show clip; Coachella clipBET Awards - acceptance speech; MTV Push ArtistVariety - studio production session"Snooze" coverRelated Episodes: Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10Ep. 156 - Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit"Ep. 216 - Alicia Keys Top 10Ep. 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. 

[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 CatenaVinyl SoundtrackDigital SoundtrackTheater participation propsHollywood Theatre interviewTim Curry interview: CBS Sunday Morning; editVagabond memoirMeat Loaf discographyThe Rocky Horror Glee Show (2010)Let's Do the Time Warp Again (2016)"Tears" - Sabrina Carpenter (2025) Related Episodes: Ep. 107 - 13 Halloweenish SongsEp. 113 - Annie/MJ The Musical/West Side StoryEp. 159 - Thriller: Then and NowEp. 163 - Monarch (TV Show)Ep. 211 - Sounds Like Halloween Ep. 217 - Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather"Ep. 235 - Eclipse PlaylistEp. 263 - Ghostbusters' 2 Movie SongsEp. 273 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 2)Ep. 283 - Dolly Parton's 2 New SongsEp. 298 - Gigi Perez & LordeEp. 302 - Ozzy Osbourne Top 10Ep. 314 - Lady Gaga's "The Dead Dance" & Florence + The Machine's "Everybody Scream"Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaSound effects taken from Soundscape's Pottery Barn Halloween CD (2001)."The Dead Dance": Wednesday Netflix mini-seriesWednesday Season 2 scene; VMAs 2025: Live from Madison Square GardenGala event press releaseFlorence + 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 linkRelated Episodes: Ep. 85 - Cruella De Vil Theme SongsEp. 105 - Lady Gaga Top 10Ep. 166 - 'Wednesday' & "Goo Goo Muck"Ep. 213 - Stevie Nicks Top 10Ep. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department ReviewEp. 282 - Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' (Review)Ep. 308 - MTV VMAs 2025 PredictionsEp. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review)Ep. 312 - 'The Life of a Showgirl' (Review)Ep. 313 - Bruno Mars Top 10Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaPlaylist: 10. “Treasure” (2012, 2013); Sample9. “That’s What I Like” (2016, 2017)8. “It Will Rain” (2011)7. “Finesse (Remix)” feat. Cardi B (2017); In Living Color6. “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 Show24K 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. 122 - Engagement Songs Countdown Ep. 157 - Bruno Mars' 6 Diamond SongsEp. 168 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 1)Ep. 187 - Ed Sheeran Top 10Ep. 189 - Hawaiian Musicians PlaylistEp. 257 - "Die With a Smile"Ep. 282 - Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' (Review)Ep. 308 - VMAs 2025 PredictionsFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaWatch The Eras Tour - Disney+Media Coverage: Amazon Music / Apple MusicBBC One / Capital FM / Hits RadioThe Graham Norton ShowSirius/XM Channel 13iHeartRadioNBC: Jimmy Fallon / Seth MeyersRelated Episodes: Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10Ep. 117 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 2)Ep. 206 - Back To School PlaylistEp. 217 - Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather"Ep. 219 - Christmas 2023 PlaylistEp. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department - ReviewEp. 269 - Christmas 2024 PlaylistEp. 273 - Top 40 Songs of 2024 (Part 2)Ep. 283 - Dolly Parton's 2 New SongsEp. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review)Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaRock & Roll Hall of Fame - Buckingham Nicks & Fleetwood Mac merch"Midnight Sky" / "Edge of Midnight"- Miley Cyrus (2020)David Byrne / Talking HeadsRelated Episodes: Ep. 53 - Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams" - HistoryEp. 65 - Top 40 Songs of 2020 (Pt. 2)Ep. 165- Christine McVie Top 10Ep. 172 - Miley Cyrus' "Flowers"Ep. 213 - Stevie Nicks Top 10Ep. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10Ep. 250 - French Lyrics PlaylistEp. 296 - Billy Joel Top 10Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaPlaylist: 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 SongsEp. 265 - Quincy Jones FavoritesEp. 297 - Sly Stone's Music ImpactEp. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAsFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

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 CatenaFan 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 puppiesRelated Episodes: Ep. 42 - Taylor Swift's folklore (Track by Track)Ep. 75 - "Time" & Clock Songs CountdownEp. 166 - 'Wednesday' & "Goo Goo Muck"Ep. 235 - Eclipse PlaylistEp. 237 - The Tortured Poets DepartmentEp. 269 - Christmas 2024 PlaylistEp. 294 - Prom 2025 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

MTV's going big for their 42nd Video Music Awards! Posting the nominations last month, Paramount enforced 2 big changes: syndicating the show on CBS, and added country to the ballot! How will fans and viewers vote? I "announce" predictions before the show airs in 10 of its categories. Check our podcast's social an hour before showtime (9/7, 7pm), and day after to see my results. Recap: Ep. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAsGetting Down & Wordy: Rose & Bruno Mars' "Apt"Predictions: Best Country: "Liar" - Jelly RollBest Alternative: "Back to Friends" - SombrBest Rock: All My Love" - ColdplayBest Pop / Best Collaboration: "Die With A Smile" - Lady Gaga & Bruno MarsBest Pop Artist: Sabrina CarpenterBest New Artist: Lola YoungArtist of the Year: Lady GagaSong of the Year: "Ordinary" - Alex WarrenVideo of the Year: "Not Like Us" - Kendrick LamarRelated Episodes: Ep. 181 - BET/VH1 HIstory & MergersEp. 218 - Green Day's "The American Dream Is Killing Me"Ep. 223 - Ariana's "yes and?" & J. Lo's "Can't Get EnoughEp. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion' (Review)Ep. 259 - Linkin Park's "The Emptiness Machine"Ep. 261 - Coldplay - Top Album SongsEp. 267 - Charli XCX Top 10Ep. 270 - Coldplay & Dick Van DykeEp. 280 - Lola Young's "Messy"Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews)Ep. 282 - Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' (Review)Ep. 283 - Dolly Parton's 2 New SongsEp. 292 - Ed Sheeran's "Azizam" & "Old Phone"Ep. 293 - Blake Shelton & Morgan Wallen's New AlbumsEp. 298 - Gigi Perez & LordeFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

The '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. 

We'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. 

The 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. 

Every 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. 

I 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. 

Weeks 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.