Chris DeMakes A Podcast

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

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

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

Eric Bazilian's passion for the art of songwriting not only helped launch The Hooters to massive heights, but also put him on the map as a songwriter and producer for an array of other artists. In this episode, Eric discusses the story behind "And We Danced", the song that kickstarted a long and storied career for The Hooters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less Than Jake trombonist Buddy Schaub discusses the path that led him to where he is today, from his earliest musical memories to the highlights of his long and illustrious career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The recently re-released single "Doomsday" is a raw and deeply personal Speedy Ortiz track. In this episode, singer and guitarist Sadie Dupuis details the unique writing process behind this emotional song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Producer Chris Fafalios takes a look back on some noteworthy moments from the podcast over the course of 2021. Check out http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to see how you can support the podcast, as well as get access to a huge back catalog of episodes of The After Party podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The heartfelt single "Hey There Delilah" has stood the test of time, not only because of it's relatable lyrics, but also due to the undeniable melodies that transcend language. In this episode, Plain White T's singer and guitarist Tom Higgenson details the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this massive international hit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Challenger Tym Lemoine puts Chris DeMakes to the test in the second episode of this music trivia game show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an extra special holiday episode, Chris sits down with his childhood idol Dee Snider to discuss the writing, recording, release, and legacy of Twister Sister’s iconic 1984 smash hit single, “We’re Not Gonna Take It”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The dark and unique sound of "December Is For Cynics" sets it apart from what listeners may usually expect from a holiday song. In this episode, vocalist and guitarist Shawn Harris details the story behind this adventurous and sarcastic 2003 single from The Matches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this sneak preview of The After Party podcast, Chris and Chris discuss their favorite TV theme songs. If you'd like to hear the entire back catalog of episode of The After Party, head over to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seether have been a staple of rock radio for the past few decades, and the 2005 single "Remedy" was the South African band's first song to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock chart. In this episode, vocalist and guitarist Shaun Morgan details the inspiration and songwriting process behind this landmark track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Des Rocs doesn't follow the conventional methods of songwriting or recording, which is evident in his genre-bending single "MMC". In this episode, this NYC based artist breaks down the inspiration and writing process behind this unique track. Want even more Chris DeMakes A Podcast? Check out the Supporting Cast program at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com for weekly episodes of The After Party podcast, discounts on merchandise, and a chance to take on Chris DeMakes as a contestant on the new podcast game show Defeat DeMakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saves The Day's Chris Conley has a decades-long legacy of unique lyrics and undeniable melodies. In this episode, he breaks down the every aspect of the 2001 single "At Your Funeral", the first track on the band's beloved album Stay What You Are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stryper was the first Christian heavy metal band to gain acceptance in the mainstream, and it was their 1986 platinum-selling album "To Hell With The Devil" that launched them to the heavens. In this episode, singer and guitarist Michael Sweet discusses the writing, recording, and release of the record's iconic title track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Winger bassist and lead vocalist Kip Winger discusses the 1989 hit single "Headed For A Heartbreak", a Lydian mode masterpiece that didn't follow the rules of popular song structure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From child actor to superhero lead singer to award-winning television producer, the story of Christian Jacobs is beyond fascinating. Christian not only shares his journey, but also the story behind the 1997 single from The Aquabats, "Super Rad!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Please enjoy this sneak preview of The After Party Halloween episode. If you're a member of the Chris DeMakes A Podcast Supporting Cast, you can hear the whole thing now. If you're not, you can sign up at ChrisDeMakes.com. Not only will you get this episode, but you'll also get a huge back catalog of amazing episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ice Nine Kills vocalist and horror movie aficionado Spencer Charnas discusses the writing, recording, and release of the 2018 single "The American Nightmare". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris DeMakes A Podcast producer Chris Fafalios takes a quick look back on some noteworthy albums that are celebrating 25 year anniversaries in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Death metal pioneers Obituary released their landmark debut album "Slowly We Rot" in 1989. In this episode, drummer Donald Tardy and vocalist John Tardy discuss the writing, recording, and release of the album's classic title track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Direct from the crypt, Mummy Cass details the writing, recording, and release of the 2008 Here Come The Mummies single "Pants". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sneak preview of the upcoming episode of The After Party, in which Chris and Chris do a track-by-track look back on Green Day's classic 1994 album "Dookie". This entire episode will be released on October 11th, 2021, to all member of the Supporting Cast program. To hear this episode, as well as an entire back catalog of past episodes, you can sign up at ChrisDeMakes.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Manspeaker is the eccentric creative mastermind behind Green Jellÿ. In this episode, Bill details the insane and inspiring story behind the 1993 hit single "Three Little Pigs". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wilderado guitarist and vocalist Max Rainer discusses the writing, recording, and release of the Tulsa-based band's 2019 moody indie rock single "Surefire". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wheatus guitarist and vocalist Brendan B. Brown discusses the writing, recording, release, and legacy of the smash hit single "Teenage Dirtbag", an underdog anthem that has stood the test of time since the turn of the century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another little peek into The After Party podcast! If you'd like to hear the rest of this episode, PLUS an entire back catalog of episodes, PLUS a new episode every Monday, you can check out the Supporting Cast program at ChrisDeMakes.com. For the cost of buying Chris and Chris a cup of coffee each month, you can help support the podcast that you love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Candlebox's 1993 smash hit single "Far Behind" is still in regular rotation on rock radio today. On this episode, lead singer Kevin Martin discusses the writing, recording, release, and legacy of this timeless single. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simple Plan vocalist Pierre Bouvier breaks down the writing, recording, and release of their 2002 smash hit single "Perfect". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a career that spans over four decades, King's X have a strong cult following that would go to the end of the world for the band. In this episode, guitarist and vocalist Ty Tabor discusses the inspiration, writing, recording, release, and legacy of "Goldilox", which is the song that the ENTIRE crowd sings at every King's X show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Until The Day I Die" was the breakout hit that took the St. Louis based Story Of The Year from local band to MTV and radio stations all over the world. In this episode, lead singer Dan Marsala details the writing, recording, and release of this career-defining song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckcherry frontman Josh Todd breaks down the writing, recording, and legacy of "Crazy Bitch", the song that launched the band into the stratosphere in the mid 2000s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suicide Machines frontman J. Navarro takes a look back at the writing, recording, and release of "Break The Glass", which is a classic fan favorite from the legendary Detroit ska-punk mainstays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Juliana Theory singer Brett Detar sits in to discuss the writing, recording, and release of The Juliana Theory's fan favorite song "We're At The Top Of The World" from their 2000 album Emotion Is Dead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The always interesting and hilarious Brendan Kelly breaks down the writing, recording, and release of the fan favorite from The Lawrence Arms, "The YMCA Down The Street From The Clinic". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer, songwriter, saxaphonist, and Asian Man Records founder Mike Park discusses the writing of legendary ska=punk band Skankin' Pickle's first ever song, "I Missed The Bus". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Against The Current lead singer Chrissy Costanza breaks down the inspiration, writing, and recording process for their 2016 fan favorite single "Wasteland". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out this sneak peek at this week's episode of The After Party podcast, which is available to our Supporting Cast program at ChrisDeMakes.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brooklyn-based singer and songwriter VÉRITÉ discusses her heartwrenching 2020 single "Younger Women". This deeply personal song was written and recorded early in the Covid-19 lockdown, and she shares the story behind her first foray into self=producing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"All For You" has maintained mainstream staying power for decades now. Sister Hazel frontman Ken Block details the song's evolution, from the very first demo to smash hit single status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Maine's John O'Callaghan discusses the trippy origins and unique recording experience of a fan favorite song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Butch Walker has made his mark on the world of music as both a songwriter and a producer. In this episode, he takes us back to the writing, recording, and release of his first hit song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eve 6 frontman Max Collins tells the story behind the band's first big hit, which he wrote at an astoundingly young age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mayday Parade vocalist Derek Sanders stops by the podcast to discuss the writing, recording, and release of the 2009 fan favorite single "Kids In Love". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a mix of jazz, folk, pop, and soul, London-based singer-songwriter Rosie Frater-Taylor is an extremely promising new artist and a force to be reckoned with. In this episode, she discusses her 2021 single "Think About You". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16th has become a holiday for Lagwagon fans all over the world. In this episode, Joey Cape discusses the personal origins behind the song, as well as the song's lasting legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Embree tells the deeply personal and heartbreaking story behind the 2014 Rx Bandits single "Ruby Cumulous". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Found Glory’s Chad Gilbert discusses the writing, recording, and release of their 2002 single “My Friends Over You”, which was the song that propelled the band to MTV superstardom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toronto-based singer-songwriter and YouTube sensation Jenn Fiorentino breaks down the writing, recording, and release of her 2019 single "Survive". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices