Episodes

  • New Year, New Podcast

    New Year, New Podcast
    Jan 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!

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

    Ep. 325 - Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 2)
    Jan 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. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena20. “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 experienceFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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    1 hr
  • Ep. 324 - Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 1)

    Ep. 324 - Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 1)
    Dec 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). Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaPlaylist: 40. All My Love” - Coldplay (2024-2025)39. “If You Hadn’t Been There” - Dolly Parton38. “Walk This Road” - The Doobie Brothers feat. Mavis Staples37. “Everybody Laughs” - David Byrne & Ghost Town Orchestra36. “Am I Okay?” - Megan Moroney (2024-2025)35. “Cry for Me” - The Weeknd34. "I Want You (Fever)” - Momma33. “Couldn’t Care Less” - Priscilla Block32. “Live For You” - Thee Sacred Souls (2024-2025)31. “Ecstasy” - Ciara30. “Work On Me” - Dasha29. “Bottle Rockets” - Scotty McCreery & Hootie & The Blowfish28. “GO BABY” - Justin Bieber27. “Opalite” - Taylor Swift26. “Sailor Song” - Gigi Perez (2024-2025)25. “Ordinary” - Alex Warren24. “Country House” - Sam Hunt23. “Azizam” - Ed Sheeran22. “Nice To Meet You” - Myles Smith (2024-2025)21. “Anxiety” - DoechiiFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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    49 mins
  • Ep. 323 - Jingle Ball 2025 Review

    Ep. 323 - Jingle Ball 2025 Review
    Dec 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 CatenaNYC Lineup:Monsta X; liveRavyn Lenae; liveMyles Smith; liveK-Pop Demon Hunters Singalong (Saja Boys) - Soundtrack Jessie Murph; liveZara Larsson; liveAlex Warren; liveNelly; liveLaufey; liveConan Gray; liveRenee Rapp; liveEd Sheeran; live"Play It Cool" - Monsta X feat. Steve Aoki (2019)Related Episodes: Ep. 13 - Top 40 Songs of 2019 (Part 2)Ep. 117 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 2)Ep. 123 - Z100's Radio HistoryEp. 187 - Ed Sheeran Top 11Ep. 260 - Global Citizen Festival 2024 - ReviewEp. 292 - Ed Sheeran's "Azizam" & "Old Phone"Ep. 295 - Modern Folk: Alex Warren & Myles SmithEp. 301 - Live Aid's 40th CoverageEp. 303 - Moulin Rouge! Film & Play Ep. 308 - VMAs 2025 PredictionsEp. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' ReviewEp. 322 - Christmas 2025 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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    20 mins
  • Ep. 322 - Christmas 2025 Playlist

    Ep. 322 - Christmas 2025 Playlist
    Dec 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 CatenaChristmas 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 scheduleHallmark Channel's scheduleA Great Big Holiday Jam - CitytvRock & Roll Hall of Fame InductionThe Manhattan TransferEpisodes: Ep. 151 - End of Summer PlaylistEp. 219 - Christmas 2023's SongsEp. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10Ep. 252 - Little Big Town Top 10Ep. 269 - Christmas 2024 PlaylistEp. 299 - The Beach Boys Top 10Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 PlaylistEp. 309 - Laufey's 'A Matter of Time' (Review)Ep. 321 - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' 60thFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.
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    28 mins
  • Ep. 321 - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' 60th

    Ep. 321 - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' 60th
    Dec 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 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.
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    19 mins
  • Ep. 320 - Howl Owl Howl's "My Cologne"

    Ep. 320 - Howl Owl Howl's "My Cologne"
    Nov 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 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.
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    14 mins
  • Ep. 319 - Olivia Dean Bio & Music

    Ep. 319 - Olivia Dean Bio & Music
    Nov 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 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.
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    12 mins