Music Media Review

The 61st ACM Awards return May 17th 8pm/e on Amazon Prime Video, Twitch, and national country radio simulcasts. Despite the 60th ceremony taking place last year, celebs and fans weren't pleased with the turnout. This caused ACM to make internal changes, and diversify 2026's ballot. Before its televised broadcast, I predict how 9 of the awards will result: Music Event of the Year, Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Duo of the Year, Group of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Entertainer of the Year. Follow our social media on the links below to comment your predictions, following along during and after the show. ACM Press ReleaseTaste of Country - Snubs & SurprisesBillboard - Snubs & SurprisesAmazon Music's ACMs PlaylistLainey Wilson's weddingBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

The Devil Wears Prada's loosely based on author Lauren Weisberger's experience working at Vogue. 20th Century Fox adapted her 2003 book in 2006's film. Covering fashion, business, relationships, and social life, the movie changed pop culture and now the sequel is 20 years later. Female driven musically and societal, The Devil Wears Prada 2 's hitting nerves in fashion, magazine, and print media industries. Viewing all sides, I summarize the characters' context, Lady Gaga & Doechii's dance single "RUNWAY", compare both movies' soundtracks, and other songs catwalking the same swag in a custom playlist. Runway magazine movie site. Pre-movie merch, sunglassesLincoln Center's The Devil Wears Prada 2 - Red Carpet EventThe Devil Wears Prada soundrack (2006)Favs: "City of Blinding Lights" - U2, "Seven Days In Sunny June" - Jamiroquai, "Here I Am" (Kaskade Remix) - David Morales feat. Tamra KeenanRuPaul's Drag RaceThe Devil Wears Prada 2 soundtrack; "Material Lover" - Sienna Spiro"RUNWAY" Fashion Playlist: "RUNWAY" - Lady Gaga & Doechii (2026)"Supermodel (You Better Work)" - RuPaul (1992-1993)"Vogue" - Madonna (1990)"Born This Way" - Lady Gaga (2011)"Rain On Me" - Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande (2020)"Rapture" - Blondie (1980-1981)"About Damn Time" - Lizzo (2022)"yes and?" - Ariana Grande (2024)"Finesse (Remix)" - Brunos Mars feat. Cardi B (2018)"Uptown Funk" - Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars (2014-2015)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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Noah Kahan's an authentic modern folk singer, reawakened over the response fans feel through his music. Emotionally overcoming mental health struggles, he's ready to move on positively with his Vermont family backing him up. Two new projects presenting his stories are Netflix documentary Noah Kahan: Out of Body, and deluxe album The Great Divide: The Last Of The Bugs. Following up from episode 8's review of the title track, I now reveal my thoughts of both finished works. Apple Music's page and interviews.SNL Season 51 finale schedules.Jess also recommends: Music Notes with Jess episodes: Ed Sheeran Top 11, Jelly Roll Bio & Top 3 HitsDocumentaries: The Sum of It All, Jelly Roll: Save Me, Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother Hileel,Music Media Review episodes: Megan Moroney's 'Cloud 9', Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ella Langley's 'Dandelion'Aaron Dessner's discography/production credits.Bon Iver (Justin Vernon)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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Two postponements and 3 years later, later Michael Jackson has a new biopic! Released after his 2009 death, Universal Pictures / Lionsgate took a unique direction constructing its script and casting. Michael's nephew Jaafar Jackson stars and resembles his late uncle! I input my review how the movie timelines and compare it to other existing media sharing similar qualities. Michael Jackson's websiteMJ The Musical The Jacksons: An American Dream (1992)Janet Jackson Documentary (2022)1993 Super Bowl Halftime Show"Stranger in Moscow" (1995)Notorious (2009)Straight Outta Compton (2015)Interviews: TODAY Show; Late Night with Seth MeyersKelly Clarkson Show - both Michael Jackson actors; Coleman DomingoJennifer Hudson Show: both Michael Jackson actors & Coleman DomingoThe Jackson 5 Top 10 - Music Notes with Jess episodeVote your film review here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1iZ8nIZ0HpQhTL8lj2Uy9y?si=jjynd29_QDy1XlAiDNujUgBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

ARTEMIS II  is NASA's latest successful moon voyage. The whole world welcomed the positive distraction, and uniting peacefully. A highlight for space travel and 2026, I inspired this themed playlist adding in the fun. ARTEMIS II Wake Up PlaylistEpisode Playlist:“Space Oddity” - David Bowie (1969)“Fly Me to the Moon” - Frank Sinatra (1967)“Man on the Moon” - R.E.M. (1992)“Rocket Man” - Elton John (1972)“Moonlight Sonata” - Beethoven (1803, 1830)“Walking On the Moon” - The Police (1979)“Don’t Stop Me Now” - Queen (1977)“Levitating” - Dua Lipa (2020)“Stars Wars (Main Title) - John Williams (1977)“Star Wars/Cantina Band - Meco (1977)Mentioned Media: 2001: A Space Odyssey, "Tebowie" - Jimmy Fallon (2012), Man on the Moon, Rocketman, "Cold Heart”, Bohemian Rhapsody, Brian May, Music by John WilliamsBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Four promo singles later, Ella Langley's Dandelion album is out! Her humble growth inspired its conception, especially with current country/pop #1 "Choosin' Texas". Will the record withstand same longevity like the top hit? I overview the singles' beforehand success, then summarize rest of the tracks' themes. I recommend hearing Episode 4 and Episode 6 to preview this new one. Dandelion's promo singles: "Choosin' Texas", "Be Her", "Dandelion", "Loving Life Again"Miranda Lambert discographyJoybeth Taylor's songwriting creditsLaura Veltz's songwriting creditsJake Worthington's musicACM nominationsBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Red Hot Chili Peppers are one on my favorite and greatest rock bands of all time! Their zany music has lasted 4 decades, now the lineup is ready to share stories in 2 new projects. The Rise of The Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother Hileel, and Flea's first album Honora. As a dedicated fan, I give my review of both works in this episode. Interviews: Zane Lowe Show, Tonight Show, Finding Your Roots: episodeMentioned Media: "Maggot Brain" - Funkadelic (1971), "Wichita Lineman" - Glen Campbell (1968), "Thinkin' Bout You" / "Sweet Life" - Frank Ocean (2012),  "Willow Weep for Me" - Ella Fitzgerald (1959)Jimmy Webb performing "Wichita Lineman" (2011)"A Plea"; Flea's "Thinkin Bout You" coverFireAid setBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Celebrating the 20th anniversary since Disney Channel aired Hannah Montana, Disney+ filmed a reunion documentary, and iHeartRadio Music Awards gave Miley Cyrus an Innovator award. Growing up publicly and personally, she's lucky maintaining self-control living a wild life, and shaping her pop music career. Looking back, I countdown 10 solo hits I recommend. Miley Cyrus Top 10:10. “II Most Wanted” - Beyoncé (2024); live9. “Can’t Be Tamed” (2010)8. “Slide Away” (2019)7. “Used to Be Young” (2023)6. “We Can’t Stop” (2013)5. “Midnight Sky” (2020)4. “Party in the USA” (2009)3. “Wrecking Ball” (2013)2. “Flowers” (2023)1. “The Climb” (2009)Mentioned Media: COWBOY CARTER; "Just Stand Up!" (Single); Deborah Harry (Blondie); "Edge of Seventeen"; "It's My Party"; Jessie J; "Nothing Compares 2 U"; "I Will Survive"; "Achy Breaky Heart"; "Old Town Road (Remix)"; Dolly & Miley's "Wrecking Ball" duet"Come Get It Bae” - Pharrell Williams"Adore You"; “The Big Bang”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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Noah Kahan is a contemporary folk singer, sharing mental health issues through his music. He aims it'll help others like him, and established a non-profit to help others like him. With his upcoming album The Great Divide, the title track voices his growth, and so will a Netflix documentary looking into his private life. Inspiring resilience just in time for spring's beginnings, I give my review of Noah's powerful impact. Noah Kahan & Jelly Roll"Stick Season"; "Dial Drunk" (SNL, 2023)"The Great Divide""Porch Light"YouTube ChannelACMs 2024: "Mountain with a View" & "Stick Season"; "Cowboys Cry Too" - Kelsea BalleriniNoah Kahan on Nate Bargatze's Christmas Special (2024)Check out my video podcast article published in Twisted Pulp Magazine. 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

We've watched Harry Styles grow up publicly and musically for 15 years. From UK's The X Factor, One Direction, and a solo global pop artist! To review his 4th album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, I interviewed Seeing Them Live's podcast host Charles Zona, and his teenage daughter. They share great stories as Harry's biggest fans, and seeing his concerts! Harry's promo cameos: 2026 Grammys Album of the Year; BBC Radio 1; BRIT Awards;Zane Lowe Show; crashing SNL a week early; Netflix's One Night In ManchesterEpisodes when I was on Seeing Them Live: George Michael Sings to Jessica, 2024 Wrap-up, 2025 Wrap Up (Pt. 1), (Pt. 2)Charles' book: Ticket Stub StoriesMusic Notes with Jess interviewBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

2026's music is off to a country start. Megan Moroney's 3rd album 'Cloud 9' debuted #1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums, and 200 simultaneously! It's record breaking for her career, and coinciding  with Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" back to Hot 100 top spot! What could've made 'Cloud 9's "3rd time the charm" luck? Music, fans, or marketing? I analyze the facts and let you decide in this episode. Megan Moroney's discographyHits: "Tennesee Orange" (2022-2023), "Can't Break Up Now"- Old Dominion (2023), "I'm Not Pretty" (2023-2024), "Am I Okay?" (2024-2025), "No Caller ID" (2024), "You Had to Be There" feat. Kenny Chesney (2025), "6 Months Later" (2025-2026), "Beautiful Things" (2025-2026), "Wish I Didn't" (2026)Mentioned Artists: Chase Rice, Sugarland, Morgan Wallen, Ed Sheeran, Kacey Musgraves, Jamey JohnsonDutchess County Fair takes place annually in August, Rhinebeck, NY.  I saw Chase Rice 8/26/16. My friend Jess who works at a country station in a closer market introduced him on stage!"Life Goes On (Remix)" - Ed Sheeran & Luke Combs (2023)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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Breaking a 10-year solo hiatus, Bruno Mars just released his new album The Romantic! Recapping his 15+ years music career, we explore the different styles he's composed and sang. Hear my critique comparisons of Bruno's discography, and his other 2026 plans. Romantic Radio - synopsis and rerun scheduleiHeartRadio's Love Songs ChannelPromo short video/ livestream clipMentioned Media:R&B groups: The Main Ingredient, The O'Jays, The StylisticsThe Police - "Roxanne" (1979)Santana - "Oyo Come Va" (1970)SNL skit: Bruno Mars sings for Pandora (2012)Hawthorne Radio - Mayer Hawthorne's online radio mixesThe Romantic Tour's scheduleRecord Store Day's 2026 Brand AmbassadorYou may also like my Music Notes with Jess episodes: Bruno Mars Top 10, Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem', Mayer Hawthorne Top 10Music Media Review episodes: Grammys 2026 Predictions, Super Bowl Latin Halftime Shows, 2016 Love Songs PlaylistBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Billboard history has been made so soon on 2026's charts. An astonishing one is by modern country singer, Ella Langley. Her song "Choosin' Texas" spanned over late 2025, recently hit #1 on the Hot 100! Aside from this crossover success, this track has set records for recent country songs, and broke a milestone streak since a famous female earned her #1 topping the Hot 100 and Hot Country. In this episode, timeline Ella's music background, "Choosin' Texas"'s climb, and significant charting patterns leading to her next album Dandelion. "Choosin' Texas" at CMA Awards 2025Other Dandelion promo singles: "Dandelion", "Be Her"First hits: "You Look Like You Love Me" feat. Riley Green (2024)"Weren't for the Wind" (2024-2025)"Strange" - Miranda Lambert (2022)"Kerosene" (Live at 2025 ACM Awards) - Ella Langley & Miranda Lambert"Drunk and I Don't Wanna Go Home" - Elle King & Miranda Lambert (2021)"Thought You Should Know" - Morgan Wallen (2023)"Texas Hold 'Em" - Beyoncè (2024) / "Texas" - Blake Shelton (2024-2025)"9 to 5" - Dolly Parton (1980-1981)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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Happy Valentine's Day! Music exchanges are popular amongst our loved ones, a popular theme trending since New Years' is the year 2016! So much music and pop culture from then, remain topical in 2026! Its nostalgia is cheering up globally, let's time warp replaying our favorite 2016 love songs for Valentine's Day. (I've listed other obscure cuts I enjoy below.). 2016 Love Songs Playlist:“Make Me Like You” - Gwen Stefani“Cake By The Ocean” - DNCE (2015, 2016)“PILLOWTALK” - Zayn“Company” - Justin Bieber (2015-2016)“Love On The Brain” - Rihanna (2016-2017)“Into You” - Ariana Grande“Don’t Let Me Down” - The Chainsmokers feat. Daya“Lush Life” - Zara Larsson (2015, 2016, 2025-2026)“This Town” - Niall Horan (2016-2017)“Love On The Weekend” - John Mayer (2016-2017)2016 love song deep Cuts I recommend:"T-Shirt" / "Star of the Show" - Thomas Rhett (2015-2016)Man About Town - Mayer Hawthorne"The Sound" / "Somebody Else" - The 1975"Without a Fight" - Brad Paisley feat. Demi Lovato"Keep You In Mind" - Guordan Banks (2015-2016)"Give It Up" - Nathan Sykes (from The Wanted) feat. G-Eazy"Song for Another Time" - Old Dominion"Blue Ain't Your Color" - Keith UrbanNo Doubt's Vegas Residency @ Sphere "Kissing Strangers" - DNCE feat. Nicki Minaj (2017)Grease Live! 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Super Bowl LX (60) is upon us! There's divide Bad Bunny doing the Halftime Show, but he's not the first Latin artist to do so and was invited back a second time. I recap prior broadcasts when Latin singers performed Super Bowl Halftime Shows, and other programming NFL's partnering with celebrities.Super Bowl Latin Halftime Show Performers:XXVI: (1992) - Gloria EstefanXXXIII: (1999) - Gloria EstefanXXXIV: (2000) - actor Edward James Olmos; singers: Christina Aguilera & Enrique Iglesias LIV: (2020) - Shakira, Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, J Balvin, Emme MuñizMentioned Media:Selena biopic (1997) - starring Jennifer Lopez & Edward James OlmosMulan (1998) / Tarzan (1999)"MIA" - Bad Bunny joining Jimmy Fallon & The Roots (2019)Manningcast / Fox NFL SundayNetflix Christmas Halftime Shows: Beyoncè (2024), Snoop Dogg (2026)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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

What better way to begin a new podcast, talking about the upcoming Grammys! The 68th ceremony is airing 2/1 on CBS and Paramount+ for a final airing. ABC acquired the rights starting 2027-2037.  Will pop culture influence winning results? I analyze 6 categories trending 2025's music scene. Hear my virtual ballot, then view before and after the show on our social media pages.Grammys pre-show will air 3:30pm/e on YouTube. Grammys full ballotPredicted categories mentioned: Best Contemporary Country AlbumBest New ArtistSong of the YearRecord of the YearBest Pop Vocal AlbumAlbum of the YearGrammys 2026 Nominees PlaylistKatseye's Gap ad"Like I Love You" - Justin Timberlake (2003)You may also like these Music Notes with Jess episodes:Global Citizen Festival 2024 - Review; Grammys 2025 Predictions; Lola Young's "Messy"MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAs; VMAs 2025 Predictions';Buckingham Nicks' & Miley Cyrus' "Secrets"; Leon Thomas' "Mutt";Olivia Dean Bio & Music; Jingle Ball 2025 Review; Top 40 Songs of 2025 (Part 1); Part 2Become 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

Welcome, I'm Jess. After hosting Music Notes with Jess for 6 years, I'm restarting a second podcasting chapter. Keeping up with modern music's rapid industry, I'll share my weekly opinions about all kinds of media: songs, TV, movies, holidays, make playlists, tributes, and celebrations. Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaBecome 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: [email protected] Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena