Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

Takin’ A Walk with Buzz Knight is your gateway to music history and creative journeys featuring iconic and indie musicians. The music history podcast — #takinawalk — dives deep into pop music history, rock legends, country music, jazz music, reggae, and beyond, uncovering the stories behind global hits and iconic bands that shaped our world. Discover exclusive artist interviews and original content where inspiring icons share unforgettable tales. Guitar mastery legends like Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and Steve Earle reveal the risks and breakthroughs behind their creative journeys Julian Lennon, AJ Croce and Ziggy Marley tell insightful stories of their iconic fathers John Lennon, Jim Croce and Bob Marley. Paula Abdul discusses the healing power of music. Sam Ryder, Larkin Poe, Bryce Vine and AJR Music take you behind the scenes of indie music discovery. From Swamp Dogg to Stray Cats Takin A Walk Music takes you on a journey behind music. Each musician shares their personal "buzz moment" that led them to their time in music history. Dream Walk — Buzz Knight’s signature closing question — captures the most intimate moments with famous musicians and music legends, creating a one-of-a-kind archive of iconic guests you won’t find anywhere else. This is the music history podcast for fans of Grammy nominees, Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, iconic album stories, and indie history. Find Takin’ A Walk on your favorite AI Assistant — Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Grok or Gemini — search Buzz Knight Music History. Also from Buzz Knight Media Productions on iHeart Podcasts: 🎵 Music Saved Me — hosted by Lynn Hoffman 😂 Comedy Saved Me — hosted by Lynn Hoffman 🎸 Takin’ A Walk Nashville — hosted by Sarah Harralson If this conversation moved you, take 30 seconds and leave a review — it means the world. Who would you take a walk with? Drop your answer in the comments.

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June 23, 2026 28 mins

Are you ready to explore the incredible journey of empowering young artists through music? In this captivating episode of takin' a walk, Buzz Knight sits down with Jason Wall, the visionary founder and executive director of Future Youth Records, a groundbreaking nonprofit record label that has been transforming the lives of youth musicians since 2012. Jason’s passion for music and mentorship shines t...

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What does it mean to truly connect with an audience through the raw energy of live music? Join host Buzz Knight on this exhilarating episode of takin' a walk as he dives deep into the world of Roots music with the electrifying guitarist and two-time Grammy nominee, Samantha Fish. With her unique blend of rock, blues, and country influences, Samantha has captivated audiences worldwide, and in this episode, ...

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What does it mean to truly connect with an audience through the raw energy of live music? Join host Buzz Knight on this exhilarating episode of takin' a walk as he dives deep into the world of Roots music with the electrifying guitarist and two-time Grammy nominee, Samantha Fish. With her unique blend of rock, blues, and country influences, Samantha has captivated audiences worldwide, and in this episode, ...

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What does it mean to evolve as an artist while navigating the complexities of the music industry? Join host Buzz Knight on this exciting encore episode of takin’ a walk as he welcomes the incredibly talented Hunter Hayes, a multi-faceted artist celebrated for his Grammy nominations and collaborations with some of the biggest names in country music. Dive deep into Hunter's latest project, Evergreen, w...

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Join Buzz Knight on Takin’ A Walk for an intimate conversation with British singer-songwriter David Gray, the multi-platinum artist behind the iconic album “White Ladder” and timeless hits like “Babylon,” “Sail Away,” and “Please Forgive Me.”

In this compelling encore episode, David Gray opens up about his latest music and creative evolution, sharing in...

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Music has an incredible ability to heal, and in this heartfelt episode of "Takin' a Walk," host Buzz Knight sits down with the legendary Grammy-winning artist Amy Grant. With her new album, "The Me That Remains," Amy opens up about her personal journey through recovery after a life-altering bike accident, showcasing the resilience that defines her artistry. As the conversation unfolds, Amy Grant reflects o...

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Music has an incredible ability to heal, and in this heartfelt episode of "Takin' a Walk," host Buzz Knight sits down with the legendary Grammy-winning artist Amy Grant. With her new album, "The Me That Remains," Amy opens up about her personal journey through recovery after a life-altering bike accident, showcasing the resilience that defines her artistry. As the conversation unfolds, Amy Grant reflects o...

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Join host Buzz Knight on this episode trailer of Takin' a Walk which drops June 16th, where we delve into the extraordinary journey of the legendary singer-songwriter Amy Grant. With over five decades in the music industry, Amy's story is one of resilience, faith, and the transformative power of music. As she shares heartfelt anecdotes, including a memorable encounter with actress Sissy Spacek at the gym, ...

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What if you could take a walk with anyone, living or dead? This thought-provoking Dream Walk question sets the stage for a deeply inspiring episode of takin' a walk with your host, Buzz Knight. Join us as we delve into the profound connections that shape our lives and the legacies left by those we admire. Featured dream walk guests, including the iconic musician Clint Black, share their heartfelt stories a...

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BUZZ CUTS — MAY’S BEST FROM BUZZ KNIGHT MEDIA PRODUCTIONS

The buzz moments that made this month unforgettable — five clips, four shows, one network. Iconic Guests.

May delivered some of the most compelling conversations in the Buzz Knight Media Productions catalog that helped shape society and culture, and we’ve pulled the best of the best. From a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s raw honesty to a Nashvi...

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Prepare to be inspired as we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Larkin Poe, the Grammy-winning sister duo who have redefined the American roots music scene! In this episode of "takin' a walk," host Buzz Knight revisits an enlightening encore conversation with Rebecca and Megan Lovell, who share their unique path from childhood musicians harmonizing under their mother’s guidance to becoming v...

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Join host Buzz Knight as he takes you on a captivating journey through the world of music and creativity in this encore episode of takin' a walk. This week, Buzz sits down with the incredibly talented Canadian singer-songwriter Boy Golden, also known as Liam Duncan. Their heartfelt conversation delves deep into Boy Golden's artistic journey, revealing how walking has become an integral part of his songwrit...

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Join host Buzz Knight on this uplifting journey through music and resilience as he engages in a heartfelt conversation with the extraordinary singer-songwriter Sam Ryder on this encore episode of "Takin' a Walk. " Sam Ryder, who rose to fame during the pandemic through social media, shares his inspiring story of transitioning from performing on street corners to representing the UK at Eurovision with his h...

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Join host Buzz Knight as he embarks on a captivating journey with Sloane Struble, the creative genius behind the indie pop sensation Dayglow. From his humble beginnings as a teenager in Aledo, Texas, recording music in his bedroom to achieving viral acclaim with the hit song "Can I Call You Tonight," which has garnered over 263 million streams on Spotify, Struble's story is one of perseverance and passion....

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What does it take to turn a spontaneous 12-second clip into a viral sensation? Join host Buzz Knight on this captivating encore episode of takin' a walk, The Music Podcast as he explores the inspiring journey of Will Paquin, an emerging indie musician who captured hearts and ears during the pandemic. Will's unexpected rise from a Boston University student to a successful singer-songwriter is a story of aut...

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Join us for an enlightening journey as host Buzz Knight takes a walk with none other than nine-time Grammy winner Ziggy Marley, who shares profound insights into his latest album, 'Bright Side. ' Ziggy Marley describes this work as intentionally therapeutic, a testament to his commitment to emotional healing through music on society and culture. Discover how he recorded at 432 Hz, a frequency he believes r...

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I'm honored to present this Encore Episode of Takin A Walk with Dan Mason on the release day of his brand new book "Fearless: The Life and Times of a Media Maverick". Thrilled to be included in the liner notes for this "must have" book on a man who helped shape and define an industry.

Check out the book here and Congratulations Dan!

https://www.danmasonbook.com

Have you ever wondered how the radio landscape has evolved over the dec...

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Join us for an enlightening journey as host Buzz Knight takes a walk with none other than nine-time Grammy winner Ziggy Marley, who shares profound insights into his latest album, 'Bright Side. ' Ziggy Marley describes this work as intentionally therapeutic, a testament to his commitment to emotional healing through music. Discover how he recorded at 432 Hz, a frequency he believes resonates deeply with hu...

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Step into the vibrant world of music history as host Buzz Knight takes you on an unforgettable journey with the legendary songwriter David Porter. Known for his monumental impact on the Memphis soul sound and as the co-writer of timeless classics like "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Coming," David's story is one of resilience, creativity, and inspiration. Growing up in segregated Memphis, he discovered the tr...

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Step into the vibrant world of music history as host Buzz Knight takes you on an unforgettable journey with the legendary songwriter David Porter. Known for his monumental impact on the Memphis soul sound and as the co-writer of timeless classics like "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Coming," David's story is one of resilience, creativity, and inspiration. Growing up in segregated Memphis, he discovered the tr...

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