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Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes

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Frequency: 1 episode/5d. Total Eps: 476

You may know Chris DeMakes as a founding member of the band Less Than Jake, but what you may NOT know is that he's a true music historian. On Chris DeMakes A Podcast, he welcomes accomplished songwriters to sit in and discuss the writing and recording of beloved songs from their back catalogs.

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Ep. 232: Matt Scannell discusses Vertical Horizon's "Everything You Want"

Season 1 · Episode 232

Monday, November 11, 2024 • Duration 01:14:25

In this episode, Vertical Horizon vocalist and guitarist Matt Scannell discusses the writing and recording of their chart-topping hit "Everything You Want," which reached #1 on the US Hot 100 in July 2000. Matt shares the personal experiences and emotions that inspired the song’s introspective lyrics, focusing on themes of unrequited love and self-reflection. The conversation dives into the song’s musical elements, including its catchy chorus, memorable guitar parts, vocal harmonies, and the subtle pronoun shift that adds depth to the lyrics, while also highlighting the production process and Matt’s guitar setup. This episode offers a detailed look into the creative process behind an iconic track that still resonates with listeners today. Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. Get 30% off your first YEAR with DistroKid by signing up at http://distrokid.com/vip/demakes If you love Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to support the show AND get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 228: Dave Pirner discusses Soul Asylum's "Misery"

Season 1 · Episode 228

Monday, October 14, 2024 • Duration 52:46

This week, Dave Pirner returns to the show to discuss the writing and recording of Soul Asylum's hit 1995 single "Misery." In this insightful conversation, Dave reveals the inspiration behind the song's biting critique of corporate America and the record industry. He shares how the band experimented with recording equipment during this period, enjoying creative freedom without interference from their record label, and how they worked with producer Butch Vig on the album Let Your Dim Light Shine. The discussion also touches on the success of the album, which solidified Soul Asylum's place in 90s rock, and the enduring popularity of "Misery" as a fan favorite that continues to resonate in live performances. Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. Get 30% off your first YEAR with DistroKid by signing up at http://distrokid.com/vip/demakes If you love Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to support the show AND get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 152: Luke Esterkyn and Greg Gueldner discuss Stroke 9's "Little Black Backpack"

Season 1 · Episode 152

Monday, April 24, 2023 • Duration 01:01:40

In early 2000, Stroke 9's single "Little Black Backpack" took the radio waves by storm. The song was anything but ordinary, featuring dramatic changes of feel due to multiple time signature changes. In this episode, Luke Esterkyn and Greg Gueldner discusses the writing, recording, and release of a song that was destined to be a hit. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 151: Chris Shiflett discusses his song "West Coast Town"

Season 1 · Episode 151

Monday, April 17, 2023 • Duration 01:09:23

Chris Shiflett's music career has been nothing short of incredible. Having spent the past few decades as the Foo Fighters' lead guitarist (and as a member of legendary punk rock band No Use For A Name before that), Chris could've easily kicked back done anything OTHER than play music in his free time. The songwriter and musician in him, however, would NEVER let that happen. In this episode, Chris details the writing and recording of his 2017 fan favorite single, "West Coast Town". To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, sign up for the Supporting Cast at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 150: Josh Caterer discusses Smoking Popes "Megan"

Season 1 · Episode 150

Monday, April 10, 2023 • Duration 01:13:34

In 1997, Smoking Popes released their major label debut album Destination Failure. Buried deep in the record's track listing was "Megan", a heartfelt song that resonated with fans and became one of the band's signature songs. In this episode, vocalist and guitarist Josh Caterer discusses the song's origins and its somewhat mysterious narrative. If you enjoy Chris DeMakes A Podcast and would like to get weekly bonus episodes, check out the Supporting Cast at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 149: Russ Rankin discusses Good Riddance's "Darkest Days"

Season 1 · Episode 149

Monday, April 3, 2023 • Duration 55:59

The aggressive punk rock sound of Good Riddance took a step toward the melodic side with the release of their 2006 album My Republic, which featured the standout single "Darkest Days". In this episode, vocalist Russ Rankin details the writing and recording of the fan favorite song, which included him diving headfirst into the new and exciting home recording technology of the time. If you enjoy Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to support the show AND get weekly bonus episodes, sign up for the Supporting Cast at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 148: Mick Conroy discusses Modern English's "I Melt With You"

Season 1 · Episode 148

Monday, March 27, 2023 • Duration 01:15:10

"I Melt With You" is one of the most iconic songs of the 80s, having withstood the test of time and bringing joy to generation after generation. In this episode, Modern English bassist and vocalist Mick Conroy discusses the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this unforgettable classic. If you enjoy Chris DeMakes A Podcast, check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Supporting Cast. You'll get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, as well as a giant back catalog of After Party episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 147: John Hampson discusses Nine Days "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)"

Season 1 · Episode 147

Monday, March 20, 2023 • Duration 01:21:48

The upbeat power pop sound of "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)" became a smash hit for Nine Days in the year 2000, propelling the band to MTV and Top 40 radio stardom. Decades later, the infectious single remains in the public consciousness, even making its way into the award-winning film Everything Everywhere All At Once. In this episode, guitarist and vocalist John Hampson tells the story behind the writing and recording of this heartfelt, feel-good song. If you enjoy Chris DeMakes A Podcast, check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Supporting Cast. You'll receive weekly episodes of The After Party podcast, as well as a huge back catalog of past episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 146: Dave King discusses Flogging Molly's "Drunken Lullabies"

Season 1 · Episode 146

Monday, March 13, 2023 • Duration 01:09:54

Flogging Molly’s 2002 single “Drunken Lullabies” is a punk rock classic, combining traditional Irish elements with a breakneck tempo, meaningful lyrics, and an anthemic chorus. In this episode, singer and guitarist Dave King details the inspiration, writing, recording, release, and legacy of this beloved song. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 145: JT Woodruff discusses Hawthorne Heights "Ohio Is For Lovers"

Season 1 · Episode 145

Monday, March 6, 2023 • Duration 01:14:45

Hawthorne Heights caught fire in the mid 2000s, thanks in part to the success of their debut single "Ohio Is For Lovers". In this episode, guitarist and vocalist JT Woodruff details the inspiring (and sometimes hilarious) story behind the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this fan favorite song. If you'd like to support Chris DeMakes A Podcast AND get weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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