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  • Ep. 257 - "Die With A Smile"

    Ep. 257 - "Die With A Smile"
    Sep 14 2024
    Near the tail end of 2024's summer, a comeback duet was released by 2 singers with similar genres and career timelines: Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga! The big question fans are wondering: "Why now?" There's no reported albums for "Die With A Smile"'s single, and the pairing was an overnight shock! Find out the interesting timing of its release, how long it's been since both singers made music, and record breaking streaming fans helped them achieve globally. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText the podcast, Support the showMentioned Media: "When I Was Your Man" - Bruno Mars (2012-2013)"Yoü and I" (2011), "Million Reasons" (2017), "Speechless" (AMAs performance) (2009)- Lady GagaJoker: Folie A Deux - upcoming movie"Die With A Smile"'s co-producers:Dernst Emile IIJames FauntleroyAndrew WattGetting Down and Wordy - podcastRelated Episodes:Ep. 65 - Top 40 Songs of 2020 (Part 2)Ep. 78 - Silk Sonic's "Leave the Door Open"Ep. 102 - Ariana Grande Top 10Ep. 105 - Lady Gaga Top 10Ep. 117 - Top 40 Songs of 2021 (Part 2)Ep. 138 - Top Gun's Movie SongsEp. 157 - Bruno Mars' 6 Diamond SongsEp. 168 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 2)Ep. 250 - French Lyrics Playlist
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    14 minutos
  • Ep. 256 - VMAs 2024 Predictions

    Ep. 256 - VMAs 2024 Predictions
    Sep 7 2024
    MTV's first Video Music Awards aired 9/14/84. Forty years later, videos are still relevant in music marketing. To evaluate popular songs in this year's categories, I analyze my predictions in these 8 categories: Best Pop, Best Collaboration, Best Alternative, Best Rock, Song of the Year, Best New Artist, Artist of the Year, and Video of the Year. Theme Song: "Dance Track", by Jessica Ann Catena; Text our podcast, Support our podcastBackground Music: GarageBand's "Hot Stuff Synth Lead"Pick a Disc podcastCheck our social media pages to view before and after results: Facebook, Twitter / X, Instagram. Related Episodes:Ep. 199 - Doja Cat's "Attention"Ep. 201 - Madonna Top 10Ep. 204 - VMAs 2023 PredictionsEp. 217 - Sabrina Carpenter's "Feather"Ep. 221- Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2)Ep. 222 - Tyla's "Water"Ep. 223 - Ariana Grande's "yes and?" / J. Lo's "Can't Get Enough"Ep. 228 - Beyonce's "Texas Hold 'Em" & "16 Carriages"Ep. 234 - COWBOY CARTER & EvolutionEp. 236 - Teddy Swims & Benson BooneEp. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department - ReviewEp. 238 - Dua Lipa Top 10Ep. 242 - 2024 Summer Song?Ep. 243 - "Houdini" SongsEp. 246 - Imagine Dragons' BiographyEp. 247 - "NOT" 4th of JulyEp. 248 - Katy Perry's Diamond Songs & "WOMAN'S WORLD"Ep. 249 - Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion' - Review
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    25 minutos
  • Ep. 255 - Yacht Soul Playlist

    Ep. 255 - Yacht Soul Playlist
    Aug 31 2024
    Hey Yacht Rock fans, there's a new sub-genre in the family: Yacht Soul! Sirius/XM debuted a station this past 4th of July weekend, subscribers can hear the online station on their app and website. Infleuncing memorable movie scenes and future covers, climb aboard my Yacht Soul playlist to get acquainted with its smooth jazz, blue eyed soul, and solo saxophone vibes. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText podcast! Support show.Yacht Soul playlist songs:“Cruisin’” - Smokey Robinson (1979-1980)D'Angelo's cover (1995)Huey Lewis & Gwenyth Paltrow (2000)“Drift Away” - Dobie Gray (1972-1973)Uncle Kracker & Dobie Gray (2002-2004)"Chevrolet" - Dustin Lynch (CMT) (2023); feat. Jelly Roll (2023-2024)“Just the Two of Us” - Grover Washington Jr. & Bill Withers (1981-1982)Will Smith's rap (1997-1998); Dr. Evil (Austin Powers 2) (1999)"Around and Around" - Ullanda McCullough (1979)“Forget Me Nots” - Patrice Rushen (1982); "Fastlove"Big trampoline scene (1988); "Men In Black" (1997)“Too Hot” - Kool and the Gang (1979-1980)“All Night Long” - Lionel Richie (1983-1984)“What You Won’t Do For Love” - Bobby Caldwell (1978-1979)Go West (1993)“I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” - Hall & Oates (1981-1982)“I Keep Forgettin’” - Michael McDonald (1982-1983); Soul Train"Regulate" - Warren G feat. Nate Dogg (1994); Memoir“I Just Wanna Stop” - Gino Vanelli (1977-1978)Soul Train episode (23:00-30:00 mark)Ep. 144 - Yacht Rock - Boat Songs
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    40 minutos
  • Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion' (Review)

    Ep. 254 - Post Malone's 'F-1 Trillion' (Review)
    Aug 24 2024
    Post Malone's been mixing his own music since high school. Fusing hip-hop and pop, he now has a new country album! I recap his discography, year-long promotion for F-1 Trillion, and the tracks' early rankings. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText the show, Support the showPost Malone's YouTube ChannelGrand Ole Opry livestream (8/15/24) (starts at 19 min mark)CBS Sunday Morning interviewApple Music interviewNBC Elvis Presley's 50th Special (2018)"Jackie Chan" music videoACMs 2024: "Never Love You Again" & "I Had Some Help""Rambling Man" tribute"Pour Me a Drink" @ CMA FestRelated Episodes:Ep. 12 - Top 40 Songs of 2019 (Part 1)Ep. 30 - Post Malone's "Circles" - Chart HistoryEp. 156 - Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit"Ep. 169 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 2)Ep. 234 - COWBOY CARTER & EvolutionEp. 235 - Eclipse PlaylistEp. 237 - The Tortured Poets Department - ReviewEp. 249 - Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"
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    18 minutos
  • Ep. 253 - Halsey's "Lucky" Song Samples

    Ep. 253 - Halsey's "Lucky" Song Samples
    Aug 17 2024
    Halsey's a modern pop singer since 2014. Breaking through The Chainsmokers' 2016 #1 hit "Closer", she brings an edgy darkness in her music. Preparing her 5th album, Halsey released promo singles: "The End", "Lucky", and "Lonely Is the Muse". "Lucky" has double mashup samples by Britney Spears and Monica. Learn the biographies of all 3 women, tying in each hit song used. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText the podcast, Support the showMentioned media:“Alone” - Halsey (2018)"Alone" - Halsey feat. Big Sean and Stefflon Don (2018)"Without Me" - Halsey (2018)"Cry Me a River" - Justin Timberlake (2002-2003)"Lucky" - Britney Spears (2000)"The Boy Is Mine" - Brandy & Monica (1998)"Angel of Mine" - Monica (1998)"Angel of Mine" - Eternal (1997)Monica's "Everything to Me" (2010), sampling Deniece Williams' "Silly" (1981)Monica's album news - (Variety)Album Nerds podcastRelated Episodes:Ep. 48 - Brandy & Monica's "The Boy Is Mine"Ep. 69 - Justin Timberlake Top 20Ep. 112 - Britney Spears Top 20Ep. 121 - Janet Jackson DocumentaryEp. 168 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 1)Ep. 199 - Doja Cat's "Attention"Ep. 205 - 'NSYNC Top 10 FavsEp. 229 - Justin Timberlake New AlbumEp. 251 - Celine Dion Top 10
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    19 minutos
  • Ep. 252 - Little Big Town Top 10

    Ep. 252 - Little Big Town Top 10
    Aug 10 2024
    Little Big Town are a country group and special unit, celebrating 25 years together. They've consistently performed hits about 20 years, one of the most successful in their genre. Releasing a Greatest Hits compilation and touring with Sugarland, I created this top 10 of songs I recommend of theirs (including 3 not on the album). Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText the show!, Support the show.Little Big Town Top 1010. “The Daughters” (2019)9. “Little White Church” (2010)8. “Day Drinking” (2014)7. “Summer Fever” (2018)6. “Pontoon” (2012)5. “Wine, Beer, Whiskey” (2019, 2020)4. “Tornado” (2012-2013)3. “Better Man” (2016-2017)2. “Girl Crush” (2014)1. “Boondocks” (2005)"Wine, Beer, Whiskey" - Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (2020)The Big Interview with Dan Rather (2019)"Better Man" - CMT Storytellers (2024)Little Big Town's Christmas Peformance @ Grand Ole OpryToday's Summer Concert Series calendar"Unchained Melody" - The Righteous Brothers (1965)Related Episodes: Ep. 12 - Top 40 Songs of 2019 (Part 1)Ep. 64 - Top 40 Songs of 2020 (Part 1)Ep. 107 - 13 Halloweenish SongsEp. 144 - Yacht Rock - Boat SongsEp. 155 - Kelsea Ballerini Top 10Ep. 168 - Top 40 Songs of 2022 (Part 1)
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    28 minutos
  • Ep. 251 - Celine Dion Top 10

    Ep. 251 - Celine Dion Top 10
    Aug 3 2024
    Celine Dion is a famous Canadian bilingual singer. She's sang over 40 years in French and English, but unfortunately has suffered from Stiff Person Syndrome. Aiming to get stronger in her new documentary, she movingly concluded Paris' Summer Olympics opening ceremony a week ago! Growing up loving her music, I reminisce memories loving these 10 songs from her. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaText the podcast! Support the showCeline Dion top 10 playlist:10. “I’m Alive” (2002)Stuart Little 2 9. “The Prayer” - Andrea Bocelli (1998)Quest for Camelot 8. “The Power of Love” (1993)7. “That’s the Way It Is” (1999-2000)6. “All By Myself” (1996)5. “Taking Chances” (2007-2008)4. “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now” (1996)3. "Beauty and the Beast (End Duet)” - Peabo Bryson (1991-1992)movie; Angela Lansbury's film ballroom scene version2. “Because You Loved Me” (1996); Up, Close, and Personal Diane Warren's songwriting credits1. “My Heart Will Go On” (1997-1998); TitanicRelated Episodes:Ep. 27 - NBC's SonglandEp. 62 - Christina Aguilera Top 10 HitsEp. 139 - Carrie Underwood's Country AlbumsEp. 174 - Titanic & "My Heart Will Go On"Ep. 231 - Eric Carmen's Tribute PlaylistEp. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10Ep. 235 - Eclipse Playlist
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    29 minutos
  • Ep. 250 - French Lyrics Playlist

    Ep. 250 - French Lyrics Playlist
    Jul 27 2024
    Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaSend us a Text Message. Support the Show.The Summer Olympics began last night in Paris France, and I created this French lyrics playlist! “La Vie En Rose” - Edith Pilaf (1947); Celine Dion's Eiffel Tower peformance A Star is Born's scene - Lady GaGa (2018)Lady Gaga's Summer Olympics opening ceremony performance“Michelle” - The Beatles (1966)“Sunday Girl” - Blondie (1978)Rock Talk Studio episode“Games Without Frontiers” - Peter Gabriel (1980)2nd music video version“Eyes Without a Face” - Billy Idol (1983-1984)“Psycho Killer” - Talking Heads (1977, 1978)“Le Freak” - Chic (1979)“Lady Marmalade” - LaBelle (1974)Christina Aguilera, P!nk, Mya, & Missy Elliott (2001) - Moulin RougeGrammys collaboration of both“Déjà Vu” - Dionne Warwick (1979)“No Sleeep” - Janet Jackson (2015)Related Episodes:Ep. 62 - Christina Aguilera Top 10 HitsEp. 84 - P!nk's Top 10 HitsEp. 93- Japan Themed SongsEp. 105 - Lady Gaga Top 10Ep. 121 - Janet Jackson DocumentaryEp. 140 - Paul McCartney Top 10Ep. 175 - Burt Bacharach Top 20Ep. 198 - Tony Bennett Top 10Ep. 226- Beatles Covers PlaylistEp. 233 - Mariah Carey Top 10
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    33 minutos