Music Notes with Jess

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

Music Music Commentary

Update frequency: every 6 days
Average duration: 25 minutes
Episodes: 309
Years Active: 2019 - 2025

Ep. 48 - Brandy & Monica's "The Boy Is Mine" - History

Music producers Timbaland and Swiss Beatz created livestream webcast Verzuz in March 2020: reuniting 2 hip-hop or R&B artists to perform their own music against each other. On 8/31/20, Brandy & Monic…

00:19:38 | Sat 12 Sep 2020

Ep. 47 - Labor Day Countdown

Labor Day is one of the few national holidays most Americans have off from work. Since 1894, it's observed the first Monday in September. Traditionally, radio stations broadcast themed countdowns to …

00:29:25 | Fri 04 Sep 2020

Ep. 46 - TikTok's Videos & Company

TikTok is a social video app that showcases music using song samples and talented dance videos. Each video can last 15 seconds-1 minute. U.S. President Donald Trump passed an Executive Order to ban t…

00:23:19 | Sun 30 Aug 2020

Ep. 45 - "Radio" Songs Countdown

August 20th is National Radio Day, and radio turned 100 this year! To celebrate, I countdown 10 songs about radio, and reminisce my own radio experiences from the past decade.

Theme Song: "Dance Trac…

00:33:59 | Sat 22 Aug 2020

Ep. 44 - Phil Collins' "In the Air Tonight" - History

Phil Collins' song "In the Air Tonight" is a mesmerizing hit for almost 40 years! It's trending again thanks to a YouTube reaction video of hearing the song for the first time. Explore 5 different ex…

00:24:04 | Sat 15 Aug 2020

Ep. 43 - Gabby Barrett's "I Hope" - Chart History

Gabby Barrett came in 3rd place on American Idol in 2018. She's been promoting her debut single "I Hope" for over a year, and one of the biggest 2020. Learn about Gabby's music background, both versi…

00:16:25 | Sat 08 Aug 2020

Ep. 42 - Taylor Swift's folklore (Track-by-Track)

Taylor Swift released folklore 7/24/20; it's her first surprise album, folk styled, and explicit. I discuss the making of folklore, its streaming world records, all 16 album tracks, and the only way …

00:51:02 | Sun 02 Aug 2020

Ep. 41 - Nicki Minaj Top 10 Hits

Nicki Minaj posted 3 photos on her Instagram posing a baby bump! I countdown 10 of her popular hits from the past decade.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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00:19:34 | Sun 26 Jul 2020

Ep. 40 - Maroon 5 Top 20

Maroon 5 posted their 2021 tour dates, so I countdown 20 of my favorite songs of theirs with you.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Songs Mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/pl…

00:30:21 | Sat 18 Jul 2020

Ep. 39 - Ringo Starr Beatles Songs

Happy 80th Ringo Starr! Besides being known as The Beatles' drummer, he sang lead in 11 of their songs. I flashback each in this episode.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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00:20:53 | Tue 07 Jul 2020

Ep. 38 - 4th of July Themed Songs

Happy Independence Day & 4th of July weekend! Bloggers and music enthusiasts question what songs are appropriate to play for this holiday, so I chose 7.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica…

00:35:52 | Fri 03 Jul 2020

Ep. 37 - 20 Summer Songs Countdown

It's summertime! I'm known for making annual summer playlists for everybody to enjoy. Check out this list of throwbacks and obscure songs from well known artists.

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spoti…

01:00:42 | Thu 25 Jun 2020

Ep. 36 - Fathers Day Top 10 Countdown

Happy Fathers Day! Here's 10 songs dedicated to our dads and father figures.

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2cPSZmbOXcFa8fjnIoBBSR?si=LlLYfKKdRqSAs7tCp7BAFg

Theme Song: "Dance Tra…

00:45:07 | Sat 20 Jun 2020

Ep. 35 - Prom 2020 Playlist

Prom 2020 isn't canceled, because I'm DJing throwbacks and modern hits to share the moments together. Songs to get ready to, fun dance songs, eat/drink, taking photos, Prom King & Queen, slow dance s…

00:13:14 | Sun 07 Jun 2020

Ep. 34 - Soul Train & BET's American Soul

Soul Train was one of the most innovative music shows ever made. BET's American Soul, is an autobiographical miniseries about it, that returned for season 2. In this episode, learn about Soul Train, …

00:34:51 | Sun 31 May 2020

Ep. 33 - American Idol #18: "Just Sam"

American Idol's 18th winner "Just Sam", is a 20-year-old former Harlem busker that had a tough upbringing. Learn how she adapted to American Idol's innovative programming this season, family backgrou…

00:38:24 | Sun 24 May 2020

Ep. 32 - Graduation Songs Countdown

As your podcast commencement speaker, I dedicate 10 songs to the Class of 2020, and give a brief commencement speech.

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5hoZw8ZR35E5lXJds3SwZS?si=oGD…

00:48:09 | Sun 17 May 2020

Ep. 31 - Mothers Day Top 10 Countdown

Happy Mothers Day! For all the moms and mother figures in our lives, here's 10 songs I dedicate in this top 10 countdown.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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00:20:24 | Sun 10 May 2020

Ep. 30 - Post Malone's "Circles" - Chart History

Post Malone's song "Circles" recently made Billboard Hot 100 history. In this episode, I playback his 5 other singles from his third album Hollywood's Bleeding, discuss how unique "Circles" is produc…

00:29:33 | Sun 03 May 2020

Ep. 29 - 'NSYNC's "It's Gonna Be Me"

A particular song is turning 20 and comes to mind around every May 1st: 'NSYNC's "It's Gonna Be Me." Flashback to 'NSYNC's boy band background, the record breaking stats of their second album No Stri…

00:15:04 | Sun 26 Apr 2020

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