Chris DeMakes A Podcast, hosted by Chris DeMakes, a founding member of Less Than Jake, features songwriters discussing the writing and recording of songs from their back catalogs and music history segments. The show has 490 episodes, released about every three days, with a median length near 65 minutes. Estimated downloads are roughly 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with host-read rates of about $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Long-running music history show with 876 Apple ratings averaging 4.9 stars
- 490 episodes released about every three days since May 2020, with a steady weekly archive of songwriter interviews.
- Apple Podcasts shows 876 ratings averaging 4.9 stars, with 849 of them five-star.
- Listeners are music fans who follow punk and alternative rock history and the songwriters who made it.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, solo commentary
- Tone
- conversational, knowledgeable
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed lists no funding links, but the website describes a Patreon membership starting at $5 per month with 603 posts.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit, and the episode titles reference rock songs without flagging specific content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.ChrisDeMakes.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515022631 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/JJW5546407535 |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Throwback Thursday: Joseph Milligan discusses Anberlin’s “Feel Good Dr | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 5 min |
| Ep. 323: Travis Shettel discusses Piebald’s “Gentlemen Callers” | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 4 min |
| Throwback Thursday: A discussion on Dolores O'Riordan and The Cranberr | 2026-10-08 | 56 min |
| Ep. 322: A discussion on Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5” | 2026-10-05 | 53 min |
| THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (The SNUBS! | 2026-10-01 | 43 min |
| Ep. 321: Chris Cresswell discusses The Flatliners “Good, You?” | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 6 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
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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About Chris DeMakes A Podcast
Chris DeMakes A Podcast is hosted by Chris DeMakes, a founding member of the band Less Than Jake, according to the show's feed description. The show features songwriters discussing the writing and recording of songs from their back catalogs, along with music history segments such as the THUNDRED one hit wonder countdown and a weekly Throwback Thursday series. Episodes run a median of about 65 minutes, with a new release roughly every three days.
The show has 490 episodes in its feed and 876 ratings on Apple Podcasts averaging 4.9 stars, according to Apple Podcasts. The website describes a Patreon membership starting at $5 per month. Listener figures are estimates: we estimate 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward music fans aged 25 to 44.
No sponsors are named in the feed or on the website. At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits music gear, instrument, audio and streaming brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Chris DeMakes A Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Chris DeMakes A Podcast
How much does Chris DeMakes A Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's terms and availability.
What is Chris DeMakes A Podcast about?
The show features songwriters discussing the writing and recording of songs from their back catalogs, plus music history segments and one hit wonder countdowns. Episodes arrive about every three days.
How do I contact Chris DeMakes A Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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