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
Throwback Thursday: Dan Wilson discusses Semisonic’s “Closing Time”
In this Throwback Thursday episode, originally released in September 2022 as Episode 122, Dan Wilson of Semisonic shares the story behind the writing and recording of their iconic 1998 hit, "Closing T...
30 Jan 20251h 20min
Ep. 242: The 67th Grammy Awards Song of the Year Preview and Predictions
In this episode, Chris DeMakes and producer/co-host Chris Fafalios dive into the nominees for Song of the Year at the upcoming 67th Grammy Awards, set to take place on February 2, 2025. They share ins...
27 Jan 202558min
Throwback Thursday: Brendan Kelly discusses The Lawrence Arms "The YMCA Down The Street From The Clinic"
Episode 61 of the podcast, first aired in July 2021, features Brendan Kelly of The Lawrence Arms sharing the story behind the writing and recording of their 2014 fan-favorite track, "The YMCA Down The...
23 Jan 20251h 10min
Ep. 241: Blag Dahlia discusses Dwarves "Everybodies Girl"
In this episode, Blag Dahlia of the Dwarves joins Chris to discuss the writing and recording of their 1997 fan-favorite single, "Everybodies Girl." Blag reflects on the song's pivotal role in the evol...
20 Jan 20251h 14min
Throwback Thursday: Max Rainer discusses Wilderado's "Surefire"
Episode 70 of the podcast, originally aired in September 2021, features Max Rainer of Wilderado diving into the writing and recording of their mesmerizing track, “Surefire.” At the time, the band was ...
16 Jan 20251h 1min
Ep. 240: Matt Collyer discusses The Planet Smashers "Too Much Information"
In this episode, Chris is joined by Matt Collyer of The Planet Smashers to discuss the writing and recording of their 2019 fan-favorite single, "Too Much Information." Together, they explore the song'...
13 Jan 20251h 4min
Throwback Thursday: Raine Maida discusses Our Lady Peace's "Clumsy"
On this Throwback Thursday episode (originally released on January 31, 2022), Raine Maida dives into the writing and recording of Our Lady Peace’s 1997 single “Clumsy.” Produced by Arnold Lanni, the s...
9 Jan 20251h 3min
