Chris DeMakes A Podcast

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