Wrong Notes Podcast Presents: Cookouts, Parties and Playlists – Vol. 1

Season 2 * Episode 5 - Summer is here, and that means it's time to fire up the grill, gather your family and friends, and turn the music up. In Volume 1 of this special three-part series, KennyMack and Starr celebrate the songs that have become the soundtrack to cookouts, backyard parties, family reunions, and unforgettable summer nights.

From timeless classics to crowd favorites, they'll break down the hits that get everyone singing, dancing, and reminiscing. Along the way, they share personal memories, debate playlist choices, and ask one big question: What makes the perfect cookout playlist?

Whether you're hosting the party, riding with the windows down, or relaxing on the patio, this episode is packed with the feel-good music and conversation that make summer special.

**Welcome to **Wrong Notes Podcast Presents: Cookouts, Parties and Playlists – Vol. 1. Turn it up, and let the summer begin.

📚 Now Available!

Every child has something special to offer, and sometimes the qualities that make us different become our greatest strengths.

We're excited to celebrate the release of Kyla and the School Saved by Starry Joyce—a heartwarming children's book about a young girl with autism who discovers that her unique way of thinking helps her save her elementary school. It's an inspiring story about courage, inclusion, kindness, and recognizing the "superpowers" that every child has.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, caregiver, or simply looking for an uplifting story, this book is a wonderful reminder that every child deserves to be seen, understood, and celebrated.

✨ Pick up your copy of Kyla and the School Saved today and help share a story that encourages confidence, empathy, and the power of embracing what makes us unique.

#KylaAndTheSchoolSaved #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #ChildrensBooks #RepresentationMatters #ReadTogether #FamilyReading #SupportAuthors #WrongNotesPodcast

The Wonderful World of Yacht Rock

Join KennyMack and Starr as they set sail through the smooth sounds of Yacht Rock. From Hall & Oates’ “Sara Smile” and the Bee Gees’ “How Deep Is Your Love” to Christopher Cross’ “Sailing” and Seals & Crofts’ “Summer Breeze,” this episode explores the music, memories, and relationship lessons hidden inside some of the greatest soft-rock classics ever recorded.

Along the way, they discuss love, heartbreak, trust, nostalgia, emotional connection, and whether these timeless songs still speak to modern relationships. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a voyage through the wonderful world of Yacht Rock with the Wrong Notes Podcast.

🎙️ Parenthood & Identity - A

Parenthood changes everything — but it doesn’t erase who you are.

In this episode, we talk honestly about what it really means to become a parent while still trying to hold on to your identity, dreams, and purpose. We explore the quiet struggles people don’t always say out loud: guilt, pressure, love, fear, growth, and the constant balance between responsibility and self.

This isn’t about perfection.
It’s about real life.

• How parenthood changes the way you see yourself

• The guilt parents feel — even when they’re doing their best

• Balancing passion, work, and family

• Losing parts of yourself… and finding new ones

• How children can become your greatest teachers

• Why it’s okay to still want more out of life

We also talk about how love and stress can exist at the same time, and how becoming a parent can either break you — or help you grow into a better version of yourself.

This episode is for:

• New parents

• Tired parents

• Parents trying to remember who they were

• And anyone preparing for parenthood

Episode 4: Top 5 Pregame (Sex) Songs

In this episode, we break down our Top 5 Pregame (Sex) Songs — the tracks that set the mood before anything goes down. This isn’t about being explicit, it’s about vibes, connection, and that slow build. From smooth R&B classics to modern grown energy, we talk about the songs that change the atmosphere and spark chemistry.

🎶 Turn it up
🔥 Feel the mood
😌 Let the music do the talking

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This week on the Wrong Notes Podcast, KennyMack and Starr take it back to the golden era of pop ✨
We’re counting down the Top 5 Pop Boy Bands of the 90s and 2000s — the groups that ruled radio, MTV, and our CD players.

From chart-topping hits to unforgettable harmonies, we break down the impact, the music, and the moments from groups like Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, New Kids on the Block, 98 Degrees, and Hanson.

If you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s, this one’s for you.
New year, new list — same Wrong Notes energy 🎶

🎧 Top 5 Neo Soul Artists of All Time

Wrong Notes Podcast – Season 2

Neo Soul isn’t just music — it’s feeling, truth, and soul.

In this episode of the Wrong Notes Podcast, KennyMack and Starr break down their Top 5 Neo Soul Artists of All Time. From smooth grooves to deep lyrics, this list celebrates the artists who shaped the sound and culture of Neo Soul.

You’ll hear why legends like D'Angelo, Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill, Maxwell, and Jill Scott MIGHT earned their spots — and why their music still hits today.

🎶 Real conversations
🎶 Classic records
🎶 Soulful debates

New year. New season. Same Wrong Notes.

Wrong Notes Podcast – Season 2, Episode 1
Top 5 Soft Rock Songs of the 80s
New Year. New Pod. Same Wrong Notes.

KennyMack and Starr are back for Season 2 of the Wrong Notes Podcast, and this season it is nothing but Top 5 lists.

We kick things off with the smooth, emotional, feel-good Soft Rock hits of the 1980s.

You will hear music and stories inspired by artists like:

• Richard Marx

• Toto

• REO Speedwagon

From slow-dance classics to late-night drive anthems, this episode is all about the songs that defined love, heartbreak, and hope in the 80s.

Hit play, relax, and let the Wrong Notes take you back.

New Year. New Pod.
This is the Wrong Notes Podcast.

Season 1 • Episode 12

💔✨ “Why can’t we seem to make this work… just once?”

James Ingram’s timeless classic digs straight into the heart of love, regret, and the honest hope to finally get it right. On this episode of The Wrong Notes Podcast, KennyMack & Starr break down the raw vocals, the emotional storytelling, and the flawless Quincy Jones production behind this soul-stirring masterpiece.

Today’s session is extra special — our older sister Fudge is in the studio with us, bringing her years of experience as a songwriter, producer, and director. Her insight takes this conversation to a whole new level as we unpack the spiritual layers, heartbreak truths, and the vocal genius that made James Ingram unforgettable.

🔥 Expect deep analysis

🔥 Real-life relationship reflection

🔥 Music history gems

🔥 And Fudge’s signature industry wisdom

🎧 Press play… let the emotions run… and let’s try to get it right — just once.

🎙 Season 1, Episode 11 — We Will Rock You (Queen)

Stomp. Clap. Repeat. 👊🔥 This episode breaks down the anthem that turned crowds into percussion and rock fans into an army. Queen didn’t just write a song—they engineered a global ritual. From Freddie’s fearless vocals to the “less-is-more” beat that shook stadiums, we explore how this track became a rally cry for rebels, champions, and anyone who refuses to be silent.

“Not just a song—an uprising.” 👑⚡

“We will, we will rock you… but first, we’ll make you part of the band.” 🎤🔥

We dig into its cultural takeover—from street-anthem roots to its domination of sports arenas and pop culture across generations. Pure energy. Pure attitude. Pure Queen.

#WeWillRockYou #Queen #RockLegends #WrongNotesPodcast #MusicHistory #FreddieMercury #Anthem

🎶 Episode 10! - “Just Friends (Sunny)” by Musiq Soulchild

Smooth, soulful, and effortlessly cool — this week we dive into Musiq Soulchild’s classic “Just Friends (Sunny)”, the early-2000s anthem that turned everyday conversation into R&B magic. KennyMack and Starr break down how Musiq flipped a simple “excuse me” into a whole vibe, blending neo-soul warmth, hip-hop bounce, and that signature Philly soul charm.

We talk vocal runs, storytelling, production glow-ups, and why this song still feels like a sunny day on the block. Whether you know it as the soundtrack to real grown-folks flirting or as one of the smoothest hooks of the era, this episode brings all the nostalgia, insight, and Wrong Notes energy you love.

Tap in, vibe out, and let’s talk R&B.