Ep. 227: Anthony Raneri discusses Bayside's "Sick, Sick, Sick"

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Chris DeMakes

Music History, Music Commentary, Music, Music Interviews

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🗓️ 7 October 2024

⏱️ 83 minutes

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This week, Chris is joined by Bayside guitarist and vocalist Anthony Raneri to discuss the writing and recording of the fan favorite 2011 single "Sick, Sick, Sick." Together, they dive into the band's signing with Wind-up Records, working with legendary producer Gil Norton, and the inspiration behind the song's lyrics. Anthony and Chris break down the different sections of the track, highlighting the hooks, harmonies, and stacked melodies that make it unforgettable. They also explore the balance between artistic vision and commercial appeal, the role of A&R, and Bayside's approach to maintaining a healthy touring schedule. Tune in for a deep dive into the production and songwriting process behind one of Bayside's most beloved tracks. 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 If you love Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to support the show AND get weekly bonus episodes of The After Party podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	This episode is brought to you by Distro Kit.
0:03.0	Hey everybody,
0:07.0	Hey everybody,
0:11.0	today's guest is guitarist and lead vocalist Anthony Renieri
0:15.0	from the Queens New York punk rock band, Bayside. Together we discuss the
0:20.4	writing, recording, and inspiration behind the fan favorite single, Sick Sick,
0:26.0	taken from their 2011 album, Killing Time.
0:30.0	What a song and what a production. My friend Anthony Renieri can write a hook and this song is full of them and some of my favorite records were produced by Gil Norton who man the controls for this project.
0:42.0	Anthony mentioned that upon signing with Wind Up records for this album,
0:46.0	it was the first time in Bayside's career
0:48.0	where they had an actual real recording budget.
0:51.0	So the band decided to go for it. They hired one of their favorite producers
0:55.2	and headed up to Woodstock, New York to document it all. The production is up to that point
1:00.4	the best I had ever heard bass side sound. The vocal layers and placement
1:04.8	are alone worth the price of admission. And Anthony shares a little story with us about the time
1:09.6	him and slash from guns and roses were both waiting for ice cream cones while on tour
1:14.4	together in Australia. So for all this and a whole lot more, stick around. Hey, hey have you heard Krista makes a podcast?
1:25.0	Hey, hey, hey, have you heard Krista makes a podcast?
1:31.0	Hey, hey, have you heard?
1:33.5	Krista makes a podcast.
1:36.0	Hey, hey, hey, have you heard Krista makes a podcast?
1:42.0	Mr Renieri, how are we?
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