Chris DeMakes A Podcast
Chris DeMakes A Podcast, hosted by Chris DeMakes of the legendary punk rock band Less Than Jake, features guests who have written iconic songs, exploring their backstory, creation, inspiration, and significance. Each episode offers an in-depth exploration into a specific track from renowned artists, with guests providing untold stories and fascinating details. From chart-toppers to hidden gems across various genres and eras, the podcast offers a rich listening experience. Chris's passion for music and songwriting fuels engaging discussions on lyrics, melodies, production techniques, and cultural context. Combining informative storytelling, interviews, and analysis, the podcast appeals to music lovers, die-hard fans, and anyone curious about the songwriting process. It provides insight into the artistry behind timeless songs, making it perfect for those seeking inspiration or simply wanting to immerse themselves in musical magic.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 62 minutes
- Episodes
- 378
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Ep. 37: Fat Mike discusses NOFX's "Linoleum" and "Linewleum"
Legendary NOFX frontman Fat Mike joins Chris to discusses the writing, recording, and release of the punk rock classic "Linoelum", as well as the newly-released "Linewleum".
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00:56:12 |
Mon 08 Feb 2021
Ep. 36: Alex Gaskarth discusses All Time Low's "Monsters"
"Monsters" spent an amazing 17 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Alternative charts in 2020. In this episode, Alex Gaskarth of All Time Low discusses the writing, recording, and release of this massive hi…
01:06:01 |
Mon 01 Feb 2021
Ep. 35: Shane Told discusses Silverstein's "My Heroine"
Shane Told of Silverstein (and the Lead Singer Syndrome podcast) tells the story behind their fan favorite song "My Heroine".
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01:11:24 |
Mon 25 Jan 2021
Ep. 34: Donnie Vie discusses Enuff Z'Nuff's "New Thing"
Chris and Donnie Vie discuss the writing, recording, and release of the 1989 Enuff Z'Nuff single "New Thing", which received steady radio and MTV airplay at the time.
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00:58:06 |
Mon 18 Jan 2021
Ep. 33: Chuck Ragan discusses Hot Water Music's "Remedy"
Chuck Ragan shares the story behind the writing and recording of the deeply personal 2002 Hot Water Music single "Remedy".
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01:03:47 |
Mon 11 Jan 2021
Ep. 32: K.Flay discusses her song "High Enough"
Kristine Flaherty (better known as K.Flay) discusses the writing, recording, and release of her 2017 single "High Enough".
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01:04:48 |
Mon 04 Jan 2021
Ep. 31: Deryck Whibley discusses Sum 41's "Fat Lip"
Deryck Whibley joins Chris in our 2020 finale to discuss Sum 41's classic single "Fat Lip", which just turned 20 years old this month.
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01:01:28 |
Mon 28 Dec 2020
Ep. 30: Chris DeMakes discusses Less Than Jake's "Johnny Quest Thinks We're Sellouts"
Podcast producer Chris Fafalios takes over hosting duties, as Chris DeMakes becomes the guest in this episode about the Less Than Jake fan favorite song "Johnny Quest Thinks We're Sellouts".
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01:43:34 |
Mon 21 Dec 2020
Ep. 29: Joe Escalante discusses The Vandals "Oi To The World!"
Joe Escalante of The Vandals discusses the writing of their holiday classic "Oi To The World!", which was launched into megahit territory when No Doubt released a cover of it in 1997.
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00:59:53 |
Mon 14 Dec 2020
Ep. 28: Travie McCoy discusses Gym Class Heroes "Cupid's Chokehold"
Travie and Chris discuss all aspects of the 2005 Gym Class Heroes phenomenon of a single, "Cupid's Chokehold".
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01:04:04 |
Mon 07 Dec 2020
Ep. 27: A. Jay and Jeremy Popoff discuss Lit's "My Own Worst Enemy"
The Popoff brothers join Chris to tell the story behind the writing, recording, and release of Lit's massive 1999 single "My Own Worst Enemy".
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01:06:58 |
Mon 30 Nov 2020
Ep. 26: Steve Soboslai discusses Punchline's "Universe"
Punchline singer and guitarist Steve Soboslai discusses the story behind their 2012 fan favorite single "Universe".
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01:06:11 |
Mon 23 Nov 2020
Ep. 25: Matt Pryor discusses The Get Up Kids "Holiday"
Matt Pryor of The Get Up Kids tells the story behind the classic Something To Write Home About album opening track "Holiday".
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01:02:36 |
Mon 16 Nov 2020
Ep. 24: Chris Carrabba discusses Dashboard Confessional's "Hands Down"
Chris Carrabba discusses the story behind the writing, recording, and release of arguably the most beloved Dashboard Confessional song "Hands Down".
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01:08:34 |
Mon 09 Nov 2020
Ep. 23: Jeff Rosenstock discusses his song "Nausea"
Jeff Rosenstock tells the heavy story behind his fan favorite song "Nausea".
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01:01:08 |
Mon 02 Nov 2020
Ep. 22: Robin Wilson discusses Gin Blossoms "Til I Hear It From You"
Gin Blossoms lead singer Robin Wilson discusses the writing, recording, and release of their 1995 hit from the Empire Records soundtrack, "Til I Hear It From You". In a Chris DeMakes A Podcast first,…
01:28:05 |
Mon 26 Oct 2020
Ep. 21: Mark Hoppus discusses blink-182's "What's My Age Again?"
Mark and Chris dive into the writing, recording, and release the pop-punk classic "What's My Age Again?" by blink-182.
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01:03:24 |
Mon 19 Oct 2020
Ep. 20: Mike Herrera discusses MXPX's "Let's Ride"
Chris and Mike Herrera get in-depth about the writing, recording, and release of the 2018 MXPX single "Let's Ride".
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00:57:10 |
Mon 12 Oct 2020
Ep. 19: Laura Jane Grace discusses Against Me!'s "White People For Peace"
In this episode, Laura Jane Grace breaks down the writing, recording, and release of Against Me!'s "White People For Peace".
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01:03:06 |
Mon 05 Oct 2020
Ep. 18: Trever Keith discusses Face To Face's "Disconnected"
Trever Keith discusses the writing, recording, and release of Face To Face's classic song "Disconnected".
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01:03:06 |
Mon 28 Sep 2020
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