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
End of 2023 Recap
Chris and Chris take a look back at the amazing guests that sat in for episodes of the show in 2023.
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01:06:43 |
Mon 25 Dec 2023
Ep. 186: Jaret Reddick discusses Bowling For Soup's "Girl All The Bad Guys Want"
In this episode, Jaret Reddick takes a look back at the creation of Bowling For Soup's Grammy-nominated 2002 hit, "Girl All The Bad Guys Want.” The song was his first ever co-write, a collaborative e…
01:21:11 |
Mon 18 Dec 2023
Ep. 185: Eric Bazilian discusses Joan Osborne's "One Of Us"
Eric Bazilian makes his triumphant return to the show, this time to dive into the fascinating backstory of his iconic song “One Of Us,” made famous by Joan Osborne in 1995. Eric recounts the spontane…
01:09:36 |
Mon 11 Dec 2023
Throwback Thursday: Joe Escalante discusses The Vandals "Oi to the World!"
This week's Throwback Thursday episode is from all the way back on December 14th of 2020, when Joe Escalante sat in for Episode 29 of Chris DeMakes A Podcast to discuss the writing and recording of t…
00:49:48 |
Thu 07 Dec 2023
Ep. 184: Ryan Cabrera discusses his song "On The Way Down"
In this week's episode, singer-songwriter Ryan Cabrera takes a trip down memory lane, diving into the fascinating story behind his 2004 hit single “On The Way Down”. Ryan reveals the ins and outs of …
01:10:32 |
Mon 04 Dec 2023
Ep. 183: Karl Alvarez discusses Descendents "I'm The One"
Descendents bassist Karl Alvarez takes center stage in this episode, focusing on the band's 1996 single, "I'm The One." An enduring fan favorite, the song is driven by its raw and relatable lyrics th…
01:03:52 |
Mon 27 Nov 2023
Ep. 182: Greg Hetson discusses Circle Jerks "Back Against the Wall"
In this episode, Circle Jerks guitarist and all-around punk rock icon Greg Hetson discusses the writing, recording, release, and legacy of the 1980 Circle Jerks song "Back Against the Wall." Recorded…
00:54:44 |
Mon 20 Nov 2023
Ep. 181: Duncan Redmonds discusses Snuff's "Nick Northern"
Snuff's 1996 single "Nick Northern" served as the gateway into the band for many listeners, as it was featured on a popular punk compilation of the mid-'90s. In this episode, drummer and vocalist Dun…
01:11:47 |
Mon 13 Nov 2023
Throwback Thursday: Max Collins discusses Eve 6's "Inside Out"
In today's Throwback Thursday episode, we take a look back to June of 2021, when Max Collins sat in for Episode 54 of Chris DeMakes A Podcast to discuss the writing, recording, and release of Eve 6's…
01:01:10 |
Thu 09 Nov 2023
Ep. 180: Jason DeVore discusses Authority Zero's "One More Minute"
Authority Zero vocalist Jason DeVore sits in to share the story behind the creation and recording of the band's 2002 single, "One More Minute," from their album A Passage In Time. Together with produ…
01:10:34 |
Mon 06 Nov 2023
Throwback Thursday: Blake Schwarzenbach discusses Jawbreaker's "Boxcar"
This week's Throwback Thursday episode comes from April 19th, 2021, when Blake Schwarzenbach sat in to discuss the writing, recording, release, and legacy of Jawbreaker's classic track "Boxcar".
If …
00:45:05 |
Thu 02 Nov 2023
Ep. 179: Spencer Charnas discusses Ice Nine Kills "Hip To Be Scared"
Ice Nine Kills vocalist Spencer Charnas makes his triumphant return to the show, this time to discuss the creative process behind the 2021 single "Hip To Be Scared." The spine-tingling track was insp…
01:29:00 |
Mon 30 Oct 2023
SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party "Halloween #1 Hits" episode
First released on October 31st of 2022, this episode of The After Party dives into an array of songs from over the years that sat at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on Halloween Day.
To get weekly episo…
00:39:11 |
Thu 26 Oct 2023
Ep. 178: Chris Freeman discusses Hot Mulligan's "*Equip Sunglasses*"
In this episode, Hot Mulligan guitarist Chris Freeman dives into the creation and recording of the fan-favorite track "*Equip Sunglasses*". While producer Brett Romnes played a pivotal role in bringi…
01:03:48 |
Mon 23 Oct 2023
Throwback Thursday: Mummy Cass discusses Here Come The Mummies "Pants"
This Throwback Thursday, we're taking it back to October 11th, 2021, when Mummy Cass sat in to discuss the writing and recording of the 2008 Here Come The Mummies single "Pants". This hilarious and i…
00:50:52 |
Thu 19 Oct 2023
Ep. 177: Rou Reynolds discusses Enter Shikari's "(pls) set me on fire"
In this episode, Enter Shikari vocalist Rou Reynolds takes center stage as he unravels the compelling story behind the writing, recording, and release of their 2023 hit single "(pls) set me on fire,"…
01:05:30 |
Mon 16 Oct 2023
Ep. 176: Efrem Schulz discusses Death By Stereo's "Forever and a Day"
Death By Stereo frontman Efrem Schulz takes center stage in this episode as he unveils the backstory of Death By Stereo's 2005 single, "Forever and a Day." With a fervor that matches the song's inten…
01:11:48 |
Mon 09 Oct 2023
Ep. 175: Wheeler Walker Jr. discusses his song "Fingerblast"
This week, Wheeler Walker Jr. sits in to discuss the making of his daring new single, "Fingerblast". All aspects of this raunchy and rockin' song are explored, with insights into its creation and mus…
00:59:13 |
Mon 02 Oct 2023
Ep. 174: Joe Jack Talcum discusses The Dead Milkmen's "Punk Rock Girl"
In this episode, vocalist and guitarist Joe Jack Talcum provides an engaging look into the creation of the timeless classic from The Dead Milkmen, "Punk Rock Girl". He shares the story of how so many…
01:04:56 |
Mon 25 Sep 2023
Ep. 173: Brandon Hardesty discusses Bumpin Uglies "Island Time"
This week, Bumpin Uglies guitarist and vocalist Brandon Hardesty discusses the creative process behind the fan-favorite song "Island Time." Brandon reveals the intimate inspiration behind the track: …
01:07:13 |
Mon 18 Sep 2023
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