Ep. 247: Danbert Nobacon discusses Chumbawamba’s “Tubthumping”
This week, Danbert Nobacon of Chumbawamba sits in to break down the writing and recording of the band's massive 1997 hit, "Tubthumping." He and Chris explore the song’s punk-influenced origins, its an...
3 Mars 20251h 1min
Throwback Thursday: John Parr discusses his song "St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion)"
This Throwback Thursday episode of Chris DeMakes A Podcast revisits Episode 143, originally released on February 20, 2023, featuring John Parr discussing the creation of his iconic 1985 hit, “St. Elmo...
27 Feb 20251h 12min
Ep. 246: Tahlena Chikami discusses Bite Me Bambi’s “Bad Boyfriend”
Tahlena Chikami of Bite Me Bambi sits in this week to break down the writing and recording of their 2024 single "Bad Boyfriend," a song inspired by friends' relationship woes and brought to life with ...
24 Feb 20251h 6min
Ep. 245: Angelo Moore discusses Fishbone's "Party At Ground Zero"
In this episode, Angelo Moore of Fishbone stops by to talk all about the writing, recording, release, and legacy of their iconic ska punk anthem “Party At Ground Zero.” Angelo shares how the song came...
17 Feb 20251h 15min
Throwback Thursday: Brian Fallon discusses The Gaslight Anthem’s “45”
For this week’s Throwback Thursday, and this week we’re revisiting Episode 91 of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, originally released on February 21st, 2022, featuring Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem. Rep...
13 Feb 20251h 6min
Ep. 244: Eric Cannata discusses Young the Giant's "Mind Over Matter"
In this episode, Eric Cannata of Young the Giant dives into the writing and recording of their 2014 hit single "Mind Over Matter," a pivotal track that showcased the band’s evolving sound and emotiona...
10 Feb 20251h 10min
Throwback Thursday: Jon Foreman discusses Switchfoot’s “Meant to Live”
For this Throwback Thursday episode, we revisit Episode 95 from March of 2022, when Jon Foreman of Switchfoot joined the podcast to discuss the writing and recording of the band’s 2003 breakout hit, “...
6 Feb 202557min
Ep. 243: Stacey Dee discusses Bad Cop/Bad Cop's "Womanarchist"
In this episode, Stacey Dee of Bad Cop/Bad Cop shares the story behind their 2017 single "Womanarchist," exploring its empowering message of feminism, personal choice, and activism. Stacey discusses t...
3 Feb 202555min
