Chris DeMakes A Podcast, hosted by Chris DeMakes of the legendary punk rock band Less Than Jake, features guests who have written iconic songs, exploring their backstory, creation, inspiration, and significance. Each episode offers an in-depth exploration into a specific track from renowned artists, with guests providing untold stories and fascinating details. From chart-toppers to hidden gems across various genres and eras, the podcast offers a rich listening experience. Chris's passion for ...
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Each week Matt Kelly (Geekscape) and Matthew Milligan (Wheatus) work their way through Weird Al's entire discography one track at a time. Logo from Little Yanks who can be found on IG under @littleyanks If you want to let us know your thoughts, stories, insights or anything else send us an email at [email protected]. Check us out on: Instagram - @weirdalgorithmpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1338865813603270 Or visit our brand new website where you can see ou ...
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The BlackSheep Podcast: Presented by HM Magazine
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Cullen and Mason chat with Chris DeMakes from Less Than Jake about the band's history, their legacy in ska, if they are making new music, and their upcoming show at Furnace Fest. Check out Less Than Jake here: https://lessthanjake.com Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppo…
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Ep. 266: Fred LeBlanc discusses Cowboy Mouth’s “Jenny Says”
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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’s stint in Dash Rip Rock, the song went through several incarnations before becoming a crowd-commanding anthem and a staple of Cowboy Mouth’s famousl…
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After far too long, Mark Popeney returns to discuss Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys and the amazing song Pancreas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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Throwback Thursday: Milo Aukerman discusses Descendents “Hope”
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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 talks about writing the song as a young, awkward romantic, how it found its way onto Milo Goes to College, and what it was like recording one of the most…
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Andrew Herman: Johnny Booth | Furnace Fest 2025 Series
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Cullen and Mason chat with Andrew Herman from Johnny Booth. They chat about the band's history, their love for hardcore music, their upcoming show at Furnace Fest, and much more. Check out Johnny Booth here: https://linktr.ee/JohnnyBooth Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblackshee…
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Ep. 265: Tracy Bonham discusses her song “Mother Mother”
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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 shares how the song evolved both lyrically and emotionally. She opens up about the recording of her debut album, navigating sudden success in the '90s …
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White & Nerdy (f/ Jeff "UHJeff" Nucera)
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This week we are joined by returning guest UHJeff to kick off our Straight Outta Lynwood coverage by discussing the iconic and TOP 10 HIT "White & Nerdy" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “The Most Romantic After Party Ever” episode
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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 brings the romance with a celebration of love songs—those perfect tracks that make you swoon, cry, or sing your heart out. It’s the kind of episode t…
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SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “Album Tracks That Should’ve Been Singles” episode
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After Party Week keeps rolling here at Chris DeMakes A Podcast, and today’s spotlight is on a more recent fan-favorite episode of The After Party. Originally released on November 11th, 2024, Episode 183 features a special guest appearance by One Hit Thunder’s Matt Kelly, as he joins Chris and producer Chris Fafalios to dig into a fun and often-deba…
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SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “Classic Albums Revisited: Nevermind” episode
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After Party Week rolls on at Chris DeMakes A Podcast, and today’s episode takes it all the way back to one of the earliest installments of The After Party! Originally released on October 11th, 2021, Episode 21 is a deep dive into the album that redefined rock music in the early '90s—Nirvana’s Nevermind. Chris and producer Chris Fafalios revisit thi…
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Mark Salomon: Stavesacre | Furnace Fest 2025 Series
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Cullen and Mason chat with Mark Salomon from Stavesacre. They chat about Stavesacre's legacy, his thoughts about modern American Christianity and politics, and much more. Check out Stavesacre here: https://www.instagram.com/_stavesacre_ Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheep…
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SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “80s Lyrics Trivia” episode
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It’s Tuesday, and After Party week continues with another gem from the Patreon archives! Originally released on March 11th, 2024, “80s Lyrics Trivia” features producer Chris Fafalios putting Chris DeMakes’ knowledge of 1980s lyrics to the test with a custom-made quiz that covers everything from pop anthems to deep cuts. Listeners can play along and…
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SNEAK PREVIEW of The After Party “Hits and Misses of the Summer of ’83” episode
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To kick off a full week of After Party episodes on the main feed, here's a sneak peek at one of the fan favorites from the Patreon archive! Originally released on July 17th, 2023, “Hits and Misses of the Summer of ’83” finds Chris and Chris diving into one of the most unforgettable seasons in pop music history. From the undeniable chart-toppers to …
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This is arguably our largest MAL-Bag EVER as we discuss things like what a Beatles Polka would sound like, Al's appearances on Johnny Bravo and V.I.P. and answer questions for you listeners!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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Throwback Thursday: A discussion on Freddie Mercury and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody”
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“Bohemian Rhapsody” is widely regarded as one of rock’s all-time greatest songs, despite breaking just about every rule of what a hit single is supposed to be. In this Throwback Thursday episode (originally aired August 15th, 2022), Chris and Chris dive deep into Freddie Mercury’s six-minute masterpiece—dissecting the song’s bold arrangement, ambit…
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A.J. Barrette and Jordan Whelan: Still Remains | Furnace Fest 2025 Series
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Cullen and Mason chat with AJ and Jordan from Still Remains. They chat about the band's history, their upcoming music, and much more. Check out Still Remains here: https://ffm.bio/stillremains Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: yo…
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Ep. 264: Tim Williams discusses Vision of Disorder’s “Living to Die”
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On this episode, Vision of Disorder vocalist Tim Williams discusses the creation of their 2001 single "Living to Die" from the album From Bliss to Devastation. Tim opens up about the deeply personal lyrics, written during a difficult time when he was dealing with his father's illness and his own inner struggles. He also reflects on working with pro…
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This week we tackle the first of two VH1 version of ALTV with writer Witney Seibold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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Throwback Thursday: Aaron Barrett and Scott Klopfenstein discuss Reel Big Fish's "Sell Out"
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In this Throwback Thursday episode—originally released as Episode 162 on July 3rd, 2023—Chris sits down with Aaron Barrett and Scott Klopfenstein of Reel Big Fish to talk all about their 1996 hit, “Sell Out.” The song became an instant ska-punk anthem, blasting onto radio and MTV while poking fun at the music industry’s obsession with, well, sellin…
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Matt Carter: The Legacy of Emery's The Question | Furnace Fest 2025 Series
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Cullen and Mason chat with Matt Carter from Emery. They chat about the legacy of The Question for the band and its place in the scene. Check out Emery here: https://emerymusic.com Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@th…
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Ep. 263: Limahl discusses Kajagoogoo’s “Too Shy”
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In this episode, Limahl shares the story behind Kajagoogoo’s 1983 smash hit “Too Shy,” reflecting on the band’s rapid rise from local gigs to global stardom. He details his chance meeting with Nick Rhodes of Duran Duran, whose mentorship helped land them a deal with EMI, and breaks down the experimental recording process that gave “Too Shy” its dis…
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This week we are joined by Lisa Hammer to discuss the final track of Poodle Hat. On this chaotic closure Al pays homage to Frank Zappa with Genius in France! Lisa Hammer is a New York independent filmmaker and musician. She is best known for her DIY/Punk/Surrealist/German Expressionist films, lush music videos, and experimental horror-fairy tales a…
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Throwback Thursday: John Feldmann discusses Goldfinger’s “Superman”
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In this Throwback Thursday episode, originally released on June 5th, 2023, John Feldmann of Goldfinger sat in for Episode 158 to break down the writing and recording of their 1997 single “Superman.” He shares how the song evolved in the studio, the creative choices that shaped its energetic sound, and how it became an unexpected fan favorite—thanks…
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Cullen and Mason chat with Nik from Local Natives. They chat about his history with the band, their newest album, and the bands that have influenced him. Check out Local Natives: https://localnatives.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Become a supporter …
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Ep. 262: Ian Dench discusses EMF's "Unbelievable"
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In this episode, Ian Dench of EMF joins the show to discuss the writing and recording of the band’s explosive 1991 hit, “Unbelievable.” From its instantly recognizable hook to its genre-blending sound, the song became a cultural phenomenon and an enduring stadium anthem. Ian offers a look behind the curtain at the song’s construction, including its…
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This week we discuss Al's Backstreet Boys parody "eBay" a song that seems to get better the more out dated it becomes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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James Spence: Rolo Tomassi | Furnace Fest 2025 Series
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Cullen and Mason chat with James Spence from Rolo Tomassi. They chat about the band's history, if they are writing new music, and their upcoming show at Furnace Fest. Be sure to get tickets for Furnace Fest and see Rolo Tomassi play! Check out Rolo Tomassi: https://rolotomassiband.com Get tickets for Furnace Fest here: https://www.furnacefest.us Fo…
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Ep. 261: Roger Lima discusses Less Than Jake’s “Sunny Side”
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On this episode, Chris is joined by his Less Than Jake bandmate Roger Lima to dive into the writing and recording of their 2024 single "Sunny Side." The conversation explores the song’s layered instrumentation, dynamic horn arrangements, and emotionally resonant lyrics that center on self-realization, identity, and personal growth. Inspired by a fa…
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This week we are joined by Podcaster and Less Than Jake front-man Chris DeMakes to discuss Al's tribute to Bob Dylan and Palindromes... Bob! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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Ep. 260: Elyse Rogers discusses Dance Hall Crashers “Lost Again”
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On this episode, Elyse Rogers of Dance Hall Crashers joins Chris to talk about the writing and recording of the band’s 1997 fan favorite single, “Lost Again.” Elyse reflects on the group’s collaborative dynamic, the comfort and shared vision she found working with producer Stoker, and how the song’s lyrics touch on personal and industry struggles f…
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Cullen and Mason are joined by Justin from Idle Threat and Joe from Lightworker to rank Norma Jean's albums. Did your favorite Norma Jean album get ranked number one? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@theblacksheeppodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblacksheeppodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://…
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Ep. 259: J Navarro discusses The Suicide Machines “S.O.S.”
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In this episode, J Navarro of The Suicide Machines joins the show to discuss the origins and last-minute magic behind “S.O.S.,” a fan-favorite track from their 1996 debut Destruction By Definition. J reveals that the song nearly didn’t make the album, coming together late in the recording process after a scramble to finish it. At the time, the band…
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This week we tackle Al's second Billy Joel parody (but first one officially released) which takes his signature song "Piano Man" and makes it a tribute to the Sam Raimi/Tobey McGuire Spiderman movies. It's ... something. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape
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