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Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes of Less Than Jake discusses the ins and outs of songwriting with a variety of guests from the world of music.

Chris DeMakes

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Show overview

Chris DeMakes A Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 476 episodes, alongside 54 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 500 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 58 min and 1h 12m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 69 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 102 episodes published. Published by Chris DeMakes.

Episodes
476
Running
2020–2026 · 6y
Median length
1h 5m
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

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.

Latest Episodes

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Throwback Thursday: Anthony Raneri discusses Bayside's "Sick, Sick, Sick"

Aug 20, 20261h 18m

Ep. 315: Garrett Klahn discusses Texas Is The Reason’s “Back And To the Left”

Aug 17, 20261h 4m

Throwback Thursday: Trevor Reilly discusses A Wilhelm Scream's "Boat Builders"

Aug 13, 20261h 20m

Ep. 314: Howi Spangler discusses Ballyhoo!’s “Bad Summer”

Aug 10, 20261h 20m

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#40 - #21)

Aug 6, 20261h 5m

Ep. 313: Aaron Barrett and Scott Klopfenstein discuss Reel Big Fish’s “The Set Up (You Need This)”

Aug 3, 20261h 11m

Throwback Thursday: A discussion on The Outfield's "Your Love"

Jul 30, 202651 min

Defeat DeMakes Episode 14: MTV Edition

Jul 27, 202635 min

Throwback Thursday: Nikola Šarčević discusses Millencolin's "No Cigar"

Jul 23, 202653 min

Defeat DeMakes Episode 13: Metal and Hard Rock Edition

Jul 20, 202635 min

Throwback Thursday: Taylor Rice and Ryan Hahn discuss Local Natives “When Am I Gonna Lose You”

Jul 16, 20261h 7m

Ep. 312: Greg Camp discusses Smash Mouth’s “Walkin’ On the Sun”

Jul 13, 20261h 3m

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#60 - #41)

Jul 9, 20261h 6m

Ep. 311: Joel Reader discusses The Plus Ones “All the Boys”

Jul 6, 20261h 17m

Throwback Thursday: Sonny Sandoval discusses P.O.D.’s “Youth of the Nation”

Jul 2, 20261h 10m

Ep. 310: Deanna Belos discusses Sincere Engineer’s “Trust Me”

Jun 29, 20261h 7m

Throwback Thursday: Matt Skiba discusses Alkaline Trio’s “Time to Waste”

Jun 25, 20261h 9m

Ep. 309: Shawna Potter discusses War On Women’s “Messages Unsent”

Jun 22, 20261h 4m

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#80 - #61)

Jun 18, 20261h 0m

Ep. 308: John Hampson discusses Nine Days “If I Am”

Jun 15, 20261h 23m
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