Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes of Less Than Jake discusses the ins and outs of songwriting with a variety of guests from the world of music.

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March 27, 2023

Ep. 148: Mick Conroy discusses Modern English's "I Melt With You"

"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, …

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March 20, 2023

Ep. 147: John Hampson discusses Nine Days "Absolutely (Story of a Gir…

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 …

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March 13, 2023

Ep. 146: Dave King discusses Flogging Molly's "Drunken Lullabies"

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 …

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March 6, 2023

Ep. 145: JT Woodruff discusses Hawthorne Heights "Ohio Is For Lovers"

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, …

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Feb. 27, 2023

Ep. 144: Ben Lee discusses his song "Catch My Disease"

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 …

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Feb. 20, 2023

Ep. 143: John Parr discusses his song "St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion…

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. …

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