Music Media Review

Jessica Ann Catena
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Hear Jess critique modern music and media's weekly headlines. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support.

  1. 4d ago

    Lauren Alaina's "All My Exes" (Ep. 39)

    Country singer Lauren Alaina ranked runner-up on American Idol's 10th season in 2011. Still making music successfully, she just earned her 4th #1 country hit with "All My Exes" feat. Chase Matthew. What makes this achievement more significant is that the song came out a year ago! Find out the different reasons that led to top country radio, and how it measure up to Lauren's 3 prior #1s.  Lauren's #1s: "What Ifs" - Kane Brown (2016-2017), "Road Less Traveled" (2016-2017),  "One Beer" - HARDY feat. Devin Dawson (2020), "All My Exes" (2025, 2026)  "Thinking 'Bout You" - Dustin Lynch feat. Lauren Alaina (2020) "Darlin'" - Chase Matthew (2024) Stages YouTube videos "Walking in Memphis" - Mark Cohn (1991) George Strait's "All My Exes Live in Texas" (1987) Blake Shelton's "Texas" (2024-2025), “God’s Country” (2019) American Idol's 2027 move Joey Moi's work  Music Notes with Jess episode: Lauren Alaina "Mom Songs" Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    Lauren Alaina's "All My Exes" (Ep. 39)

  2. Oct 17

    Tame Impala's "Dracula" & "Loser" (Ep. 38)

    Fitting around Halloween, 2 songs from the same artist have haunted pop charts for a year! Australian artist Kevin Parker goes by alternative name Tame Impala, media promotions escalated his 2025 singles "Dracula" and "Loser". Find out how and the hidden meanings of both tracks' 2026 popularity.  "Dracula (Jennie Remix)" "Loser" in Spiderman: Brand New Day  Beck's "Loser" (1993-1994) Beck's cameo in "Loser" (2025) Stranger Things Marvel Spider-Man media Spider-Man Brand New Day: Amazon, AppleTV, Fandango, theater showings Michael Jackson's "Thriller", "Leave Me Alone" Music Notes with Jess episode: Lady Gaga's "The Dead Dance" & Florence + The Machine's "Everybody Scream" Music Media Review: VMAs 2026 Predictions Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    Tame Impala's "Dracula" & "Loser" (Ep. 38)

  3. Oct 10

    Miranda Lambert's 'Crisco' (Review) (Ep. 37)

    Miranda Lambert's 10th new solo album glistens a restored music era. Crisco mixes country and disco! We've seen yacht rock make waves, will "crisco" add more grease to the music melting pot? I research country-disco's origin, provide my album critique, and its specialty work. Like a vinyl record and disco ball, give this episode a spin!  Miranda Lambert discography Crisco YouTube channel videos ACMs' "Crisco" performance Ella Langley's Dandelion, Kacey Musgraves' Middle of Nowhere Crisco-inspired work: Glen Campbell - "Rhinestone Cowboy", "Southern Nights" Dolly Parton - "Jolene", feat. Kenny Rogers - "Islands in the Stream" Jim Croce - "I Have to Say I Love You In A Song", Eagles, Bee Gees, Donna Summer - "Last Dance", Kacey Musgraves - "High Horse" Interviews: LA Times, The NY Times, Rolling Stone, CBS This Morning Sirius/XM Yacht Country channel Crisco brand Recap episodes: Music Notes with Jess: Miranda Lambert discography, Miranda Lambert's "Wranglers", Yacht Rock - Boat Songs, Yacht Soul Playlist Music Media Review: Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas", Ella Langley's 'Dandelion' (Review), ACM Awards 2026 Predictions, Kacey Musgraves 'Middle of Nowhere' (Review), Keith Urban's New Yacht Rock Album Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena This episode includes AI-generated content.

    Miranda Lambert's 'Crisco' (Review) (Ep. 37)

  4. Oct 3

    Lenny Kravitz Top 10 (Ep. 36)

    Twice this year, I missed seeing Lenny Kravitz live. Until I'm given another chance, I read his 2020 memoir Let Love Rule, and bought his new Ken doll! Worshipping an amazing biography and music, I recommend these 10 songs in this countdown.  Playlist: 10. “Thinking of You” (1998) 9. “Ride” (2018) 8. “Stand” (2014) 7. “TK421” (2023) (Explicit) 6. “Let Love Rule” (1989) 5. “American Woman” (1999) 4. “Human” (2024) 3. “Are You Gonna Go My Way” (1993) 2. “It Ain’t Over Til It’s Over” (1991) 1. “Fly Away” (1998) Other favs: "Always on the Run", "Rock and Roll Is Dead", "Dig In",  "Lady", "Low", "Fly" - Quavo feat. Lenny Kravitz (2024) Media Clips: Sherri Shepherd Show, People's Choice Awards - Music Icon, Walk of Fame NBC: Al Roker, Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist (2018), TODAY Show (2020), VMAs: 1993, 2024: Award, medley "American Woman" - The Guess Who (1970) Zoe Kravitz, The Jeffersons, The Cosby Show Rescuing Aaliyah's crew, Aaliyah Barbie doll, Aaliyah Funko Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    Lenny Kravitz Top 10 (Ep. 36)

  5. Sep 26

    VMAs 2026 Predictions (Ep. 35)

    MTV's gone many changes in its 45 network years, The 43rd VMAs will be no exception. Tons of tribute and category choices are aiming to please diverse demographics. Before the show airs, I analyze 10 popular categories to predict whom may win. Check our social media links below to view my ballot an hour "before" showtime, and results night "after".  VMAs full ballot Recap episodes:  Music Media Review: Grammys 2026 Predictions, 2016 Love Songs Playlist, Ella Langley's "Choosing Texas", Bruno Mars 'The Romantic', Harry Styles Music & Concerts, Noah Kahan's 'The Great Divide', Ella Langley's 'Dandelion' (Review), Noah Kahan's 'Out of Body' & 'The Great Divide', Lady Gaga & Doechii's "Runway", Kacey Musgraves 'Middle of Nowhere' (Review), Toy Story Movie Theme Songs, Justin Bieber's "Speed Demon", Madonna's 'Confessions II' (Review), World Cup 2026 Songs, Sienna Spiro Biography Music Notes with Jess: Modern Folk: Alex Warren & Myles Smith, MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAs, VMAs 2025 Predictions, The Life of A Showgirl (Review), Rocky Horror 50th, Jingle Ball 2025 Review Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    VMAs 2026 Predictions (Ep. 35)

  6. Sep 19

    Brandon Flowers 'THRASHER' (Review) (Ep. 34)

    For 25 years, Brandon Flowers has sung lead in The Killers' alternative band. Recently, he released a personal solo album flipping a completely different genre. THRASHER delves his family background in Americana styled music. Find out why he set to try this genre, The Killers' origin, and the record's debut standings.  Brandon playing Oasis with his son.  Newport Folk Festival 2026 Tour Schedule The Killers hits: "Somebody Told Me" , "Mr. Brightside", "All the Things That I Have Done", "When You Were Young", "Read My Mind", "Human", "A Dustland Fairytale", "Runaways", "Shot At the Night", "The Man", "My Own Soul's Warning" Virgin Radio UK Interview "Crystal" - New Order (2001) You may also like: Roy Orbison, Jay Black & The Americans, Brigitte Calls Me Baby, Low Cut Connie, Margot Price Recommended episodes:  Music Notes with Jess - Imagine Dragons Biography Music Media Review - Grammys 2026 Predictions, Super Bowl Halftime Shows, Bruno Mars 'The Romantic', Kacey Musgraves 'Middle of Nowhere', World Cup 2026 Songs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    Brandon Flowers 'THRASHER' (Review) (Ep. 34)

  7. Sep 12

    Beyoncé 'B'Day' 20th Anniversary (Ep. 33)

    Happy belated b-day to Beyoncé, and second album B'Day! She released a third version on 9/4/26, her actual birthday and its exact 20th anniversary. Current single "Morning Dew (Donk)"  was an announced bonus track, but much more got added. I review all 3 editions providing historical and music contexts for each.  Ellen Degeneres Show episode: 9/5/06 - interview, "Deja Vu", "Irreplaceable" B'Day: Deluxe Edition (2007) B'Day (20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) B'Day's music videos: "Dejà Vu", "Ring the Alarm", "Irreplaceable", "Suga Mama", "Upgrade U", "Get Me Bodied", "Green Light", "Beautiful Liar", "Flaws and All",  "KItty Kat", "Freakum Dress", "Listen" Dreamgirls - "Listen" scene (2006) Selena biopic - "Como Lo Flor" scene (1997) Selena y los Dinos - "Como Lo Flor" (1992) Why Did I Get Married? / soundtrack (2007) "Move Your Body" (2011) I also recommend Beyoncé medley at American Idol 10's finale. (2011) Music Notes with Jess episode: Beyoncé Top 20 - Playlist Unavailable on digital streaming: "1+1" (Live on American Idol's 10th season finale) (2011) "Wishing On A Star" (audio) (2005) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    Beyoncé 'B'Day' 20th Anniversary (Ep. 33)

  8. Sep 4

    Freddie Mercury 80th Tribute (Ep. 32)

    Freddie Mercury epitomized classic rock as Queen's enthusiastic frontman! Recording almost 2 decades worth of music came to a heartbreaking when he died of AIDS 11/24/91. Freddie would've turned 80 September 5th, and every Labor Day weekend his fan club host celebratory birthday events to keeping his memory alive. Raised a lifelong Queen fan, I devote this tribute episode with exclusive memories I encountered, and joined by returning guest Eric Senich: Booked On Rock's podcast host.  Queen: All the Songs - The Story Behind Every Track (2020) Bohemian Rhapsody biopic (2018) Queen In Nuce (1995, c. 1969, 1971) - where to buy, YouTube album playlist Freddie's solo albums: Mr. Bad Guy (1986), Barcelona feat. Montserrat Caballe (1987) Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert (1992) New: Freddie on TikTok, Roger Taylor's new album, Queen Budapest Booked On Rock episodes that mention Queen: A Night at the Opera, Greg Prato’s 10 Albums Ken Schwartz’s 'I May Be Old But I’ve Seen All the Cool Bands' Eric's i95 articles that mentioned Queen: Innuendo, Mourning George Michael, Analyzing Rock Artists' Signatures, Fathers Day Songs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support. Follow our social media on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

    Freddie Mercury 80th Tribute (Ep. 32)
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Hear Jess critique modern music and media's weekly headlines. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/music-media-review--6844136/support.

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  • Creator
    Jessica Ann Catena
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Jessica Ann Catena
  • Show Website
    Music Media Review

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