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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

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34:03

SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “Losing Streak is...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/03/24

This sneak preview of The After Party podcast was recorded in November of 2021 in honor of the 25 year anniversary of Less Than Jake’s CLASSIC album Losing Streak. Get access to a HUGE back catalog of episodes of The After Party podcast by joining the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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56:22

Ep. 95: Jon Foreman discusses Switchfoot's "Meant To...

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2022/03/21

In this episode, Switchfoot guitarist and vocalist Jon Foreman discusses the existential themes of the band's 2003 hit single "Meant To Live". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:54

Defeat DeMakes Episode 6

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/03/17

Challenger Tom Brantley tries to take down Chris DeMakes in a gauntlet of music trivia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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67:25

Ep. 94: Holly Knight discusses Pat Benatar's "Love Is...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/03/14

Acclaimed songwriter Holly Knight has written hit songs for everyone from Aerosmith to Tina Turner. In this episode, she discusses the writing of "Love Is A Battlefield", which was made famous by Pat Benatar in 1983. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:48

The Journey Ep. 3: Matt Yonker

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/03/10

Drummer Matt Yonker tells the story of how he got to where he is today, from a kid singing along to Gene Simmons to behind the kit in Less Than Jake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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62:36

Ep. 93: Dan Potthast discusses MU330's "Neighbor"

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/03/07

Singer and guitarist Dan Potthast shares the story behind MU330's ode to insecurity "Neighbor", taken from their 1997 fan favorite album Crab Rangoon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:33

Throwback Thursday: Mark Hoppus discusses blink-182's...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/03/03

Mark Hoppus sat in for Episode 21 back in October of 2020, and the episode spread like wildfire thanks in large part to a factoid about the writing of "What's My Age Again?" that had never been shared before. This week, we revisit this instant classic of an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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71:17

Ep. 92: Dan Estrin discusses Hoobastank's "Crawing In...

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2022/02/28

Hoobastank stormed onto the rock radio airwaves in 2002 with "Crawling In The Dark", the first single from their self-titled major label debut album. In this episode, guitarist Dan Estrin details the story behind the creation of the song, which was a last minute addition during the recording process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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38:44

SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party "Songs We Never Get...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/24

The After Party is a weekly podcast that's available to the Supporting Cast of Chris DeMakes A Podcast. If you enjoy this sneak preview and you're interested in being part of the Supporting Cast, you can head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up. You'll instantly get access to a huge back catalog of episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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65:47

Ep. 91: Brian Fallon discusses The Gaslight Anthem's...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/21

The Gaslight Anthem's undeniable pop sensibility matched with earnest lyrical content launched the band to #3 on the Billboard charts upon the release of their 2012 album Handwritten. In this episode, guitarist and vocalist Brian Fallon discusses the story behind the album's biggest single "45". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:29

Defeat DeMakes Episode 5

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/17

Challenger Jeff Worden puts his brain to the test in front of the ENTIRE WORLD in a music trivia battle against Chris DeMakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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71:53

Ep. 90: Tim Heidecker discusses his song "Fear of Death"

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/14

After having Natalie Mering (better known as Weyes Blood) on the Office Hours Live podcast, Tim Heidecker teamed up with her and a whole group of established musicians at a studio that transported everyone right back to the 70s. The album "Fear of Death" emerged from this experience, and in this episode, Tim discusses the story behind the album's title track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:45

The Journey Ep. 2: JR Wasilewski

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/10

Less Than Jake saxophonist and vocalist JR Wasilewski details the journey of his musical career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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61:25

Ep. 89: Genesis Owusu discusses his song "Don't Need...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/07

Australia’s Genesis Owusu took home the 2021 ARIA award for Album of the Year, and this genre-bending artist’s upward trajectory has continued ever since. Fresh off a recent performance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Genesis sits in to discuss the unique process behind the writing of “Don’t Need You”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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48:10

Throwback Thursday: The Mighty Mighty Bosstones "The...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/02/03

On March 8th of 2021, Joe Gittleman and Dicky Barrett of the Mighty Mighty Bosstones sat in for Episode 41 of the podcast to discuss the writing, recording, and release of their 1997 hit single "The Impression That I Get". We're revisiting this episode in honor of this legendary band, who unfortunately just recently called it quits after a career than spanned five decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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62:37

Ep. 88: Raine Maida discusses Our Lady Peace's "Clumsy"

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/01/31

Our Lady Peace had already achieved quadruple platinum status in Canada from their debut album, but it was their 1997 follow-up album Clumsy that took them to massive heights in the US as well. In this episode, vocalist and guitarist Raine Maida discusses the story behind the album's title track, which is one of the most standout alternative rock singles of the late 90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:07

Defeat DeMakes Episode 4

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/01/27

Chris tries to defend his music trivia crown against challenger Ryan Swinford. If YOU'D like to be a guest on Defeat DeMakes, head over to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast! Casting calls are sent out regularly via email to members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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61:58

Ep. 87: Huey Lewis discusses Huey Lewis & The News...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/01/24

Written for the soundtrack of the 1985 blockbuster film Back To The Future, "The Power Of Love" was the first single from Huey Lewis & The News to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. In this episode, Huey breaks down the story behind the song that became so massive that it actually forced an earlier release of the movie than initially planned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 86: Glen Phillips discusses Toad The Wet...

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/01/17

Toad The Wet Sprocket didn't set out to write mainstream hits, but the undeniable single "All I Want" put the band on the map in 1992. In this episode, singer and guitarist Glen Phillips details the writing, recording, and release of melodically strong and lyrically deep track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:02

Defeat DeMakes Episode 3

Chris DeMakes A Podcast ·

2022/01/13

Chris DeMakes looks for redemption in a music trivia battle with challenger Dylan Coulombe. If YOU'D like to be a contestant on Defeat DeMakes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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