Ep. 300: Chris Ballew discusses The Presidents of The United States of America’s “Kitty”

Every hundred episodes, Chris Ballew sits in to discuss the writing and recording of a classic song from The Presidents of the United States of America, and Episode 300 is no exception. This week, he joins Chris DeMakes to talk about all things “Kitty,” the first single from the band’s 1995 self-titled debut album. Inspired by his own experiences with cats, the song is a fun, energetic, and unforgettable sonic time capsule that captures where the band was at the time. They were creating music that made themselves happy, and the fact that millions of people enjoyed it was simply an unexpected bonus. Tune in for a hilarious and fascinating conversation with one of rock’s most unique artists.