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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

489 episodesENExplicit

Show overview

Chris DeMakes A Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 489 episodes, alongside 54 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 520 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 4 days ago, with 82 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 102 episodes published. Published by Chris DeMakes.

Episodes
489
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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Ep. 322: A discussion on Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5”

Oct 5, 202652 min

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (The SNUBS!)

Oct 1, 202642 min

Ep. 321: Chris Cresswell discusses The Flatliners “Good, You?”

Sep 28, 20261h 5m

Throwback Thursday: Craig Wedren discusses Shudder to Think’s “X-French Tee Shirt”

Sep 24, 20261h 17m

Ep. 320: Patty Walters discusses As It Is “Live, Laugh, Love, Los Angeles”

Sep 21, 20261h 0m

Throwback Thursday: Michael "Fitz" Fitzpatrick discusses Fitz and The Tantrums "Out of My League"

Sep 17, 20261h 8m

Ep. 319: John Corabi discusses Mötley Crüe’s “Hooligan’s Holiday”

Sep 14, 20261h 28m

Throwback Thursday: Nick Thomas discusses The Spill Canvas “All Over You”

Sep 10, 20261h 18m

Ep. 318: David McWane discusses Big D and the Kids Table’s “Opportunity”

Sep 7, 20261h 5m

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#20 - #1)

Sep 3, 20261h 15m

Ep. 317: Gerry Beckley discusses America’s “Sister Golden Hair”

Aug 31, 202657 min

Throwback Thursday: Rou Reynolds discusses Enter Shikari's "(pls) set me on fire"

Aug 27, 20261h 4m

Ep. 316: A discussion on Paul Simon’s “You Can Call Me Al”

Aug 24, 20261h 4m

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
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