The Zak Kuhn Show
Each week, Zak gives his audience an all-access pass to the biggest names in music and entertainment. These are not your typicle PR-polished interviews – they're candid discussions about the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shape careers. Whether you're a fan curious about the inner workings, an aspiring musician or an industry professional, you'll find actionable advice and inspiring stories in every episode.
Episodes
Mr. Applebee's himself Walker Hayes calls into the show this week to discuss his new album and how he got Kane Brown on a feature.
Zak sits down with finger picking master Tommy Emmanuel.
Country legend Marty Stuart on the podcast this week discuss his career, acquiring Clarence White's guitar, touring with legends like Johnny Cash and much more.
Zak sits down with first call Nashville session guitarist Derek Wells to discuss recording for artists like Post Malone, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs and much more.
Andrew Synowiec is one of LA's first call studio guitarists. You've heard his playing in movies like Frozen and on TV in the Oscars and Golden Globes' house bands. Andrew has played or performed with artists like The Who, Alanis Morissette, Lil Nas X, Meghan Trainor, Nick Jonas, Ariana Grande, Michael Bublé, Elton and many others.
Studio guitar master Dann Huff returns to the podcast this week to talk about his debut album "When Words Aren't Enough." We cover the new record, how to get 80s guitar tones, how he thinks about playing fast licks, and much more. Dann is literally a legend. You're going to learn and be inspired by him.
Laundry Day guitarist Henry Weingartner on the podcast this week discussing the formation of the band, new music, crafting the perfect guitar parts and much more.
I sit down with three leading guitarists in the New York Broadway scene to discuss how to sub on shows, how to make a living as a guitarist and what to be aware of as you enter the scene. John Benthal (The Lion King,) Ben Butler (Mean Girls + Sting,) & Peter Douskalis (Water for Elephants, Hamilton,) have done it all!
Scott Lipps founded ONE Management and has managed some of the biggest models in the world. He also plays drums for Courtney Love. Check out Scott's podcast Lipps Service, where we interviews the biggest names in entertainment. You're going to love listening to Scott!
Guitar friend Tim Fagan is on the podcast this week. This one is a must listen for all you beginner guitar players out there. We break it all down!
Guitar hero Andy Timmons on the podcast this week. If you want to learn how to play like Andy, start by listening to this podcast.
Slide guitar master Ariel Posen on the podcast this week.
New York based jazz guitar player Oz Noy talks growing up in Israel, finding jazz, moving to New York and the inspiration of Jimi Hendrix. Sign up for my Patreon for guitar licks from this lesson and others. https://www.patreon.com/TheZakKuhnShow
Rob McNelley is a first call Nashville session musician who has recorded for Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson , Lady A, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney and many others. He also spent a decade on the road playing guitar for Bob Seger.
East Nashville guitar hero Guthrie Trapp returns to the podcast
Legendary session guitarist Tim Pierce is on the podcast this week.
Brandon Lancaster is the lead singer and founder of the country band LANCO.
Lachlan Stuart is running 58 marathons in 58 consecutive days. As the first episode of 2025, this will inspire you. Check out Lachlan's Man That can project.
Greg Wells is the music producer behind the Wicked movie. He also played all the drums, bass, keys and guitar across the entire soundtrack. This interview discuss how he did all of it.
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