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Music Media Review is a music podcast hosted by Jessica Ann Catena, with 36 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jessica Ann Catena hosts Music Media Review, a music show with 36 episodes published.

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  Lenny Kravitz Top 10

  Oct 3, 202624 min

  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 Support the show Follow our social media pages on Facebook , X , Instagram , TikTok , YouTube ! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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  VMAs 2026 Predictions

  Sep 25, 202632 min

  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 Support the show Follow our social media pages on Facebook , X , Instagram , TikTok , YouTube ! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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  Brandon Flowers 'THRASHER' (Review)

  Sep 19, 202613 min

  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 ", " 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 Support the show Follow our social media pages on Facebook , X , Instagram , TikTok , YouTube ! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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  Beyoncé 'B'Day' 20th Anniversary

  Sep 12, 202616 min

  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) Support the show Follow our social media pages on Facebook , X , Instagram , TikTok , YouTube ! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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  Freddie Mercury 80th Tribute

  Sep 4, 20261h 14m

  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 Support the show Follow our social media pages on Facebook , X , Instagram , TikTok , YouTube ! Email: musicmediareviewpodcast@gmail.com Theme Song: "Gym Track (2026 Remix)", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

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