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Throwback Thursday: Bert McCracken discusses The Used's "The Taste of Ink"
In this Throwback Thursday episode of Chris DeMakes A Podcast,
originally released on May 1, 2023, Bert McCracken of The Used sits down
with Chris to unpack the writing and recording of the band’s breakout
single, “The Taste of Ink.” McCracken takes listeners back to the early
2000s, when the song—written in a basement in Provo, Utah—captured the
restless energy and emotional urgency that would come to define The
Used’s sound. He shares how a crucial studio session with producer John
Feldmann in Los Angeles helped reshape the chorus and elevate the track
into a career-launching anthem. With behind-the-scenes stories and a
deep dive into the song’s lyrics and legacy, this episode offers a
powerful glimpse into the making of an emo classic.
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In this Throwback Thursday episode of Chris DeMakes A Podcast,
originally released on May 1, 2023, Bert McCracken of The Used sits down
with Chris to unpack the writing and recording of the band’s breakout
single, “The Taste of Ink.” McCracken takes listeners back to the early
2000s, when the song—written in a basement in Provo, Utah—captured the
restless energy and emotional urgency that would come to define The
Used’s sound. He shares how a crucial studio session with producer John
Feldmann in Los Angeles helped reshape the chorus and elevate the track
into a career-launching anthem. With behind-the-scenes stories and a
deep dive into the song’s lyrics and legacy, this episode offers a
powerful glimpse into the making of an emo classic.
Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. Get 30% off your first YEAR with DistroKid by signing up at http://distrokid.com/vip/demakes
For bonus episode of The After Party podcast, an extensive back catalog of past After Party episodes, early ad-free releases of new episodes of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, full video versions of episodes, and MUCH more, head to the Patreon at http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com
Follow Chris DeMakes A Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdemakesapodcast/
Join the Chris DeMakes A Podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2643961642526928/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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