It's May 16th! Revisiting Ep. 51: Joey Cape discusses Lagwagon's "May 16"
It’s May 16th, so it’s only fitting to revisit Episode 51 of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, featuring Joey Cape of Lagwagon. Originally released on May 16th, 2021, this fan-favorite episode dives deep into ...
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Throwback Thursday: Angelo Moore discusses Fishbone's "Party At Ground Zero"
This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us back to Episode 245 of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, originally released on February 17th, 2025, with none other than Angelo Moore of Fishbone. In this lively and ey...
15 Touko 20251h 17min
Ep. 257: JR Wasilewski discusses Less Than Jake’s “Walking Pipebomb”
This week, Chris is joined by his Less Than Jake bandmate JR Wasilewski to break down the writing and recording of "Walking Pipebomb" from the band's Uncharted EP. JR shares how a Dance Hall Crashers ...
12 Touko 20251h 4min
Throwback Thursday: Bert McCracken discusses The Used's "The Taste of Ink"
In this Throwback Thursday episode of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, originally released on May 1, 2023, Bert McCracken of The Used sits down with Chris to unpack the writing and recording of the band’s b...
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Ep. 256: Stacy Jones discusses American Hi-Fi’s “Flavor of the Weak”
This week, Stacy Jones sits in to share the story behind American Hi-Fi’s 2001 breakout hit, “Flavor of the Weak.” From his early days as Veruca Salt’s touring drummer to stepping into the spotlight a...
5 Touko 20251h 15min
Ep. 255: A discussion on Coolio's "Gangsta's Paradise (feat. L.V.)"
This week, Chris DeMakes and Chris Fafalios take a deep dive into Coolio’s massive 1995 hit “Gangsta’s Paradise,” unpacking the song’s gripping themes, powerful lyrics, and lasting cultural impact. Fr...
28 Huhti 20251h
SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “April 24th: The Most Historic of Days” episode
Originally released to Patreon supporters on April 24th, 2023, this episode of The After Party—titled "April 24th: The Most Historic of Days"—is now available as a special sneak preview on the main fe...
24 Huhti 202531min
Ep. 254: Michael Imperioli discusses ZOPA’s “A Still Life”
Many know Michael Imperioli for his unforgettable roles in The Sopranos and The White Lotus, but his artistic reach extends far beyond the screen. In this episode, Michael opens up about the writing a...
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