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Jessica Ann Catena
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  1. Ep. 325 - Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 2)

    1D AGO

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

    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 Catena 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.

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

    12/27/2025

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

    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 Catena 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.

    49 min
  3. Ep. 323 - Jingle Ball 2025 Review

    12/20/2025

    Ep. 323 - Jingle Ball 2025 Review

    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 2019 (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.

    20 min
  4. Ep. 322 - Christmas 2025 Playlist

    12/13/2025

    Ep. 322 - Christmas 2025 Playlist

    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 The Manhattan Transfer 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.

    28 min
  5. Ep. 321 - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' 60th

    12/06/2025

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

    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.

    19 min
  6. Ep. 320 - Howl Owl Howl's "My Cologne"

    11/29/2025

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

    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. 306 - ROLE MODEL's "Sally, When the Wine Runs Out" Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 Playlist Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists.

    14 min
  7. Ep. 319 - Olivia Dean Bio & Music

    11/22/2025

    Ep. 319 - Olivia Dean Bio & Music

    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.

    12 min
  8. Ep. 318 - CMA Awards 2025 Predictions

    11/15/2025

    Ep. 318 - CMA Awards 2025 Predictions

    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. 240 - Miranda Lambert's "Wranglers" 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.

    28 min
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Learn what's trending each week in music by listening and taking music notes with Jess.

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  • Creator
    Jessica Ann Catena
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    326
  • Rating
    Explicit
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