Chris DeMakes A Podcast

John Feldmann was the first ever guest on Chris DeMakes A Podcast, and to celebrate the 3 year anniversary of the show, he makes his triumphant return to discuss the writing, recording, release, and legacy of Goldfinger's iconic ska-punk classic "Superman". 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

Today marks the 3 year anniversary of the first episode of Chris DeMakes A Podcast! To celebrate, here is a sneak preview episode of The After Party podcast. In this episode, Chris and Chris take a look back at what was happening in June of 1989. To get weekly episodes of The After Party (plus a GIANT back catalog of them), just head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minneapolis hip hop duo Atmosphere have blazed a prolific musical path that has spanned decades. In this episode, rapper Sean "Slug" Daley breaks down the writing and recording of the fan favorite 2010 single "The Best Day", taken from the double EP To All My Friends, Blood Makes The Blade Holy. From the relatable lyrical content to the danceable beat, this standout track resonates now just as much as when it was released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hall & Oates are the bestselling musical duo of all time with a whopping 29 hit songs (6 of which went to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100). The 1982 smash hit single "Maneater" is arguably the biggest, spending 4 weeks in the top spot. In this episode, John Oates breaks down the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this beloved song, fresh off of the release of his new reimagined reggae version. If you love Chris DeMakes A Podcast and would like to 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

In the early 80s, Youth Brigade helped blaze the trail for generations of punk rock bands that followed. In this episode, guitarist and vocalist Shawn Stern discusses the writing and recording of "I Hate My Life", the 1996 fan favorite song that details the ups and downs of life on the road. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer-songwriter Jon Snodgrass is a beloved and well-respected lifer from the DIY punk rock world, known for his distinctive voice, his countless collaborations, and his prolific output. In this episode, he discusses the story behind his fan favorite song "Me And Joe Drove Out To California", a tune that tells the true story behind a fun and hilarious trek with a friend. If you'd like to support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2002, The Used took the world by storm with their debut self-titled album, which was an irresistible mix of emotional lyrics, soaring melodies, and unbridled aggression. In this episode, vocalist Bert McCracken breaks down the writing, recording, and release of "The Taste of Ink", the standout single that put the young band from Utah into the ears and hearts of countless music fans. 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

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

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

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

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

"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

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

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

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

Ben Lee's infectious (no pun intended) 2005 single "Catch My Disease" earned him an APRA Award for Song of the Year, and it gained international acclaim when it was featured on the American television drama series Grey's Anatomy. In this episode, Ben breaks down the creation of this fun and heartfelt song. If you love Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to support the show (and get a bonus episode every week), head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people know the hit song "St. Elmo's Fire" from the soundtrack of the 1985 film of the same name, but it was the true story of Paralympic athlete Rick Hansen that inspired John Parr to write this classic single. In this episode, John breaks down the writing and recording of the song, which featured a world class cast of musicians. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast (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

In this episode, guitarist JB Brubaker opens up about the inspiration and creation of "White Washed", a fan favorite from melodic metal mainstays August Burns Red. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2004, KT Tunstall was a last minute addition to an episode of Later...With Jools Holland. Her performance of "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" launched her career sky high, as she blew away the television audience with her inventive loop pedal rendition of this brand new song. The song was SO new and the demand for it was SO high, in fact, that the Jools Holland performance was featured on the first 10,000 copies of her debut album Eye To The Telescope because the studio version was not yet finished. In this episode, she breaks down the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this beloved hit single. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's Throwback Thursday is from March 1st of 2021, when Karina Deniké sat in to discuss the writing, recording, and release of the classic Dance Hall Crashers song "Go", taken from their 1995 album Lockjaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1986, Canadian rock band Glass Tiger's ultra-catchy single "Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)" took the airwaves by storm, rising all the way to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. A Grammy nomination and several Juno Awards followed, cementing the band's place in music history and launching a career that continues to thrive. In this episode, keyboardist Sam Reid details the writing and recording of the hit that started it all. 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

Chris and Chris travel back in time to January 1993 to explore everything that was happening in popular culture. To become a member of the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast and get weekly bonus episodes like this one every week, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Toadies vocalist and guitarist Vaden Todd Lewis discusses the writing, recording, and release of the band's 1994 hit single "Possum Kingdom". The song's eerie lyrical content matched with its unique composition made it stand out in an era of inventive rock music, leading to a long and storied career for the legendary Fort Worth band. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, you can sign up for the Supporting Cast at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, legendary vocalist Joe Lynn Turner discusses the wild true story behind Rainbow’s 1983 hit single “Street of Dreams”. 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

Glasgow's Del Amitri has had a long and storied career, releasing five albums that reached the Top 10 in the UK and selling over 6 millions albums worldwide. In the United States, it was the 1995 hit single "Roll To Me" that showcased the band to the whole country via pop radio. In this episode, bassist and vocalist Justin Currie discusses the writing, recording, and release of this 90s classic. For weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast (plus a giant back catalog of bonus episodes), visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neil Sanderson is much more than just the drummer of Three Days Grace. Aside from providing the hard-hitting backbone of the band's signature sound, Neil's songwriting ability and proficiency at multiple instruments makes him a true force in the world of rock music. In this episode, he breaks down the writing, recording, and release of the band's 2003 breakout hit single "I Hate Everything About You". For weekly bonus episodes of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Useless ID's 2005 single "State of Fear" combines infectious melodies with punk rock spirit to create an anthem that speaks to fans around the world. In this episode, guitarist and vocalist Yotam Ben Horin discusses the writing, recording, and release of a song that tells the story about his own personal experience of living in Israel. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A newspaper story about a missing couple sparked the idea for Fastball's 1998 hit single "The Way". In this episode, bassist and vocalist Tony Scalzo details the writing, recording, and meteoric rise of this unique and catchy track. Visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast, where you'll get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Generation after generation has enjoyed the feel-good sound of Toto's "Africa", making it one of the most beloved songs of all time. In this episode, vocalist and keyboardist David Paich discusses the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this 1982 smash hit single. For weekly bonus episodes of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, sign up for the Supporting Cast at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every Time I Die's 2021 single "Planet Shit" is an intense commentary on the current state of society. In this episode, vocalist Keith Buckley details the writing. recording, and release of this brutal, no holds barred track. If you'd like to get weekly bonus episodes AND support Chris DeMakes A Podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a demo of the song leaked on the internet, I Am The Avalanche's "Brooklyn Dodgers" became a fan favorite before it was even released. In this episode, vocalist Vinnie Caruana discusses the writing and recording of the band's hard-hitting 2011 single. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Subscribers will receive a giant back catalog of bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, plus a new episode every week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pennywise guitarist Fletcher Dragge is not a fan of being told what to do, and the band's 2001 single "F**k Authority" became a rallying cry for fans all over the world who felt the same way. In this episode, Fletcher discusses the writing, recording, release, and legacy of one of punk rock's most in-your-face anthems. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jellyfish's Roger Joseph Manning Jr. breaks down the writing, recording, and release of the band's epic 1993 single "New Mistake". Decades after Jellyfish's disbandment, the legend of this underappreciated band continues to grow thanks to the lush compositions and undeniable melodies found in tracks like this. 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

In this episode, Kris Roe breaks down the inspiration and writing of "In This Diary", the personal and heartfelt single from The Ataris' 2003 album So Long, Astoria. If you enjoy Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to get weekly bonus episodes PLUS a giant back catalog of bonus episodes, check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Everclear's Art Alexakis details the inspiring story behind the band's 1995 breakout hit "Santa Monica". This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at http://www.betterhelp.com/chrisdemakes and get on your way to being your best self. For weekly bonus episodes, check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unwritten Law vocalist Scott Russo details the personal story behind the writing of the band's 2002 hit single "Seein' Red". This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at http://www.betterhelp.com/chrisdemakes and get on your way to being your best self. For weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to subscribe to the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The After Party was released to members of the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast on May 9th, 2022, as a follow-up to the Milo Aukerman episode. If you'd like to get a huge back catalog of episodes like this one, plus a new episode of The After Party each week, head over 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

Stephen Egerton has been a punk rock guitar icon with Descendents and ALL since the mid 80s, but it wasn't until 1996's Everything Sucks album that he began his run as prolific songwriter as well. In this episode, Stephen discusses the writing and recording of the record's lead title track, which was the first full song he had ever written. If you'd like to support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anarbor's song "18" was not released as a single from the band's 2013 album Burnout, which is why the song's enormous presence many years later on TikTok came as a surprise. In this episode, vocalist and bassist Slade Echeverria discusses the writing and recording of the relatable pop gem that became a viral sensation. 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

Back on November 9th of 2020, Chris Carrabba sat in to discuss the 2002 Dashboard Confessional fan favorite single "Hands Down". He dives into all aspects of the song, from the experience that inspired the vivid lyrical imagery to the musical decision-making during the recording process with producer Gil Norton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brooklyn-based indie artist Hoodie Allen dropped his debut album People Keep Talking in 2014, which was a vibrant mix of pop and hip-hop. In this episode, he discusses the creation and release of the single "All About It", which features his friend Ed Sheeran. To support the show and get weekly bonus epsidoes, check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brendan B. Brown of Wheatus sat in for Episode #69 back on September 20th, 2021, to discuss their 2000 hit "Teenage Dirtbag". In the year since this was recorded, the song has reemerged in a huge way thanks to a TikTok trend in which everyone from Madonna to Joe Jonas has used the song as an excuse to post their own teenage dirtbag photos. This episode also features an exclusive live acoustic performance of the song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grammy Award winning songwriter Dan Wilson sits in this week to discuss the writing, recording, and release of Semisonic's 1998 hit single "Closing Time". To support the podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the recent release of The Beths' new album Expert In A Dying Field, it seemed like the perfect time to throw it back to Episode #44 from March 29th, 2021, when Liz Stokes sat in to discuss the writing and recording of "Future Me Hates Me". Visit http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to join the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast, where you'll receive weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, plus a giant back catalog of The After Party as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Prettiest Waitress In Memphis" might not be the best representation of Cory Branan's sound, but this rockin' song has stood out amongst his fans as a favorite both musically and lyrically. In this episode, Cory recalls the story of how the song came to be, and why the payoff of the song's tale still resonates with people today. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com and sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sugar Ray's Mark McGrath sat in for Episode #38 back on February 15th, 2021, to discuss the band's 1999 hit single "Every Morning". Mark's humility and sense of humor really shine in this episode, which has made it a fan favorite since it first aired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At every Piebald show, you're sure to see the crowd light up and raise their fists in the air to sing "HEY! You're part of it!", the anthemic chorus of the band's 2002 single "American Hearts". In this episode, vocalist and guitarist Travis Shettel opens up about the creation of this unique and memorable song. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, sign up for the Supporting Cast over at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PUP vocalist and guitarist Stefan Babcock stops by to get into the nuts and bolts of the band's 2022 single "Robot Writes A Love Story". This quirky and infectious tune is a unique take on a love song, which is new subject matter territory for a band that's well-known for thrashy punk rock singalongs. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Faith" was the second single from George Michael's debut solo album of the same name, which went on to produce SEVEN hit singles. In this episode, Chris and Chris dive deep into the music and lyrics of this iconic song that went on to become the #1 Billboard hit of 1988. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, join the Supporting Cast by visiting http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robin Wilson sat in for Episode #22 of Chris DeMakes A Podcast back on October 26th of 2020. He discussed the band's 1995 hit single "Til I Hear It From You", which was the lead single from the Empire Records soundtrack. This episode also features an exclusive acoustic performance of the song, which was a Chris DeMakes A Podcast first. To support Chris DeMakes A Podcast and get weekly bonus episodes, head over to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices