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Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Ep. 298: Rachel Bolan discusses Skid Row’s “I Remember You”

Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes

Music, Music History, Music Commentary, Music Interviews

4.9957 Ratings

🗓️ 6 April 2026

⏱️ 84 minutes

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In this episode, Skid Row bassist and songwriter Rachel Bolan tells the story behind the band’s 1989 smash hit, “I Remember You.” He traces the song back to its humble beginnings, written in the “Green Room” at his parents’ house, and talks about channeling young love, late-night drives, and summer nostalgia into lyrics that still hit decades later. Produced by the legendary Michael Wagener, the song keeps listeners engaged throughout its five-plus-minute runtime, so much so that a radio edit never even existed. Tune in for a fun conversation about a song that continues to endure today, as evidenced by its inclusion in one of 2025’s biggest box-office hits. 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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Hey everybody.

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Today's guest is Rachel Bowlin, bass guitarist for the Tom's River, New Jersey rock band, Skid Row.

1:26.1

Together we take a deep dive into the writing, recording,

1:29.7

and inspiration behind the smash hit single. I Remember You, taken from their

1:34.3

1989 self-titled debut album. Okay, so I've gone on a record before, and I stand by this statement.

1:41.6

I Remember You is the greatest power ballad of all time.

1:45.2

This song has it all, so it was surprising to hear Rachel say that him and guitarist Dave

1:50.2

the Snake Sabo were thinking about leaving it off the record.

1:53.9

In a time where every hard rock and heavy metal band were releasing the token ballad,

1:59.3

Skid Row were hesitant to do one, but when the label

2:02.4

heads heard it, they immediately loved it and insisted on its inclusion. And I'm thankful they did.

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