Ep. 268: Jason McMaster discusses Dangerous Toys “Scared”
On this episode, Jason McMaster of Dangerous Toys takes us behind the scenes of the band’s 1989 hit “Scared,” a track born from fear, adrenaline, and a deep love for theatrical rock. Inspired by Alice...
28 Juli 20251h 15min
Throwback Thursday: Josh Caterer discusses Smoking Popes “Megan”
On this Throwback Thursday episode, originally released as Episode 150 on April 10th, 2023, Josh Caterer of Smoking Popes joins the show to discuss “Megan,” a fan-favorite deep cut from the band’s 199...
24 Juli 20251h 16min
Ep. 267: Nick Wheeler discusses The All-American Rejects “Gives You Hell”
In this week’s episode, Nick Wheeler of The All-American Rejects joins Chris to unpack the wild and rewarding process behind their 2008 chart-topper “Gives You Hell.” From its uncertain beginnings to ...
21 Juli 20251h 34min
Throwback Thursday: Brett Gurewitz discusses Bad Religon’s “Stranger Than Fiction”
This week, Chris DeMakes A Podcast is throwing it back to Episode 104 from May 23rd, 2022, when Brett Gurewitz of Bad Religion joined the show to talk about the writing, recording, and legacy of their...
17 Juli 20251h 6min
Ep. 266: Fred LeBlanc discusses Cowboy Mouth’s “Jenny Says”
In this episode, Chris is joined by Fred LeBlanc, the high-energy frontman and drummer of Cowboy Mouth, to break down the story behind their signature song “Jenny Says.” Originally written during Fred...
14 Juli 202555min
Throwback Thursday: Milo Aukerman discusses Descendents “Hope”
For Throwback Thursday this week, we’re revisiting Episode 102—originally released on May 9, 2022—when Milo Aukerman sat in to share the story behind the 1982 Descendents fan favorite “Hope.” Milo tal...
10 Juli 20251h 11min
Ep. 265: Tracy Bonham discusses her song “Mother Mother”
On this episode, Tracy Bonham sits in to break down her explosive 1996 single "Mother Mother." From her early days as a classical violinist to the raw vocal power that defined her biggest hit, Tracy s...
7 Juli 20251h 13min
SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “The Most Romantic After Party Ever” episode
After Party Week wraps up in heartfelt fashion here at Chris DeMakes A Podcast with a lovingly selected gem from the archives. Originally released on February 13th, 2023, Episode 91 of The After Party...
4 Juli 202537min
