You may know Chris DeMakes as a founding member of the band Less Than Jake, but what you may NOT know is that he's a true music historian. On Chris DeMakes A Podcast, he welcomes accomplished songwriters to sit in and discuss the writing and recording of beloved songs from their back catalogs.
Chris DeMakes A Podcast
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You may know Chris DeMakes as a founding member of the band Less Than Jake, but what you may NOT know is that he's a true music historian. On Chris DeMakes A Podcast, he welcomes accomplished songwriters to sit in and discuss the writing and recording of beloved songs from their back catalogs.
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Recent Episodes
June 1, 2026
Ep. 306: Dee Snider discusses Twisted Sister’s “I Wanna Rock”
Host Chris DeMakes interviews Dee Snider about the writing, recording, and enduring legacy of Twisted Sister's iconic hit "I Wanna Rock."
May 28, 2026
THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#100 - #81)
Chris DeMakes and Matt explore the 100 greatest one-hit wonders, counting down from #100 to #81 in this interview episode.
May 25, 2026
Ep. 305: Geoff Downes discusses Asia’s “Heat of the Moment”
Host Chris DeMakes interviews legendary keyboardist Geoff Downes about the creation and mainstream success of Asia's iconic 1982 hit, "Heat of the Moment."
459 total episodes available with 110 transcripts
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