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Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

Buzz Knight | Music History Podcast Host
Music
Music History
Nashville
Country Music
Music Industry
Songwriting
Mental Health
Aretha Franklin
The Beatles
New York City
Rock Music
Comedy
Music Therapy
Punk Rock
Women Behind the Lyrics
Cheap Trick
Bruce Springsteen
Chris Young
Willie Nelson
Tears For Fears

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 — is also a "Rock History Podcast" and a home for the next great "Music Legend Podcast" conversation, diving deep into pop music history, rock legends, country music, jazz music, reggae, and beyond, uncovering the stories behind global h... more

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Join host Buzz Knight on this exhilarating encore episode of the "Takin a Walk" podcast as he dives deep into the electrifying world of The Warning, a remarkable rock trio formed by the talented sisters Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra. With their roo... more

Join host Buzz Knight on this captivating episode of takin’ a walk, where we dive deep into the heart of creativity and the human experience through the lens of music and storytelling. This Buzz Cuts episode showcases the best of Buzz Knight Media Pr... more

What does it take to rise from the streets of Middletown, New Jersey, to become a beacon of American journalism? Join Buzz Knight on this captivating episode of Jersey Made as he sits down with the legendary Brian Williams, who shares his remarkable ... more

Two musical bloodlines finally converge in this episode of Takin' A Walk with Buzz Knight, featuring ALeeN Rose — the duo of Amy Nelson (daughter of Willie Nelson) and Tina Rose Bridges (daughter of the late Leon Russell). Decades after their fathers... more

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The Warning
Rock band featuring Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra
The Warning
Episode: Buzz Knight Chats with The Warning: From Musical Childhood to Rock Icons and Latin Grammy Nominees-Encore Episode
Alexandra King
Nashville-based Irish-American singer-songwriter
Nashville-based artist
Episode: Buzz Cuts: Alicia Witt, Brian Bates and Alexandra King-Highlights
Brian Bates
Guest on the episode, likely musician/artist
Episode: Buzz Cuts: Alicia Witt, Brian Bates and Alexandra King-Highlights
Tina Rose Bridges
Daughter of Leon Russell; member of ALeeN Rose
ALeeN Rose
Episode: ALeeN Rose: Amy Nelson & Tina Rose Bridges on Music, Family Legacy & Willie Nelson & Leon Russell's Enduring Bond
Amy Lee Nelson
Daughter of Willie Nelson; member of ALeeN Rose
ALeeN Rose
Episode: ALeeN Rose: Amy Nelson & Tina Rose Bridges on Music, Family Legacy & Willie Nelson & Leon Russell's Enduring Bond
John Gallagher Jr.
Tony Award-winning actor, singer-songwriter and Broadway veteran
Grand Phony Records (indirectly via EP release), The Avett Brothers collaboration
Episode: Buzz Knight and John Gallagher Jr. on a Musical Journey of Resilience, Storytelling, and New Beginnings
Lucille Ball
Iconic actress referenced as an aspirational figure and humor influence
Episode: Buzz Knight Explores Dream Walks with Music Icons Like Waylon Payne , Peter Asher and Alicia Witt
Bobbie Gentry
Singer-songwriter mentioned as a Dream Walk companion
Episode: Buzz Knight Explores Dream Walks with Music Icons Like Waylon Payne , Peter Asher and Alicia Witt
Stephen Kaufman
Master luthier introduced in Dream Walk context
Episode: Buzz Knight Explores Dream Walks with Music Icons Like Waylon Payne , Peter Asher and Alicia Witt

Host

Buzz Knight
Host of Takin' A Walk / Takin' A Walk podcast series; producer and host with Buzz Knight Media Productions

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 791 ratings
  • Takin’ a drive

    When Takin’ A Drive, I love listening to Takin’ A Walk.

    Buzz has so many interesting Guests and he asks his them some really great, thought provoking questions. His Guests seem to open up to him easily and eagerly.

    Buzz, thanks for making my commute an enjoyable drive again and again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rick Cheesy
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the Storytelling

    Time and time I come back to listen to episodes of Takin A Walk and I’m

    never disappointed. I love the ease of the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wise Potato Man
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the pod but….

    Love the concept, great conversations and host! The onslaught of gross corporate commercials is way too much. I get you need to fund this operation but it’s painful and takes the dignity out of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MikeyFrenchFries
    United Statesa year ago
  • What a great podcast

    Love the relaxed, informative, natural conversation style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bizzytighe
    Australia2 years ago
  • Good podcast

    Good podcast ❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robart48
    South Africa2 years ago

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Listener feedback notes the show feels like a relaxed, living-room chat with musicians.
Great guests and natural conversational flow.
Consistent praise for guest variety and Buzz Knight's interviewing style.
High-quality interviews that give behind-the-scenes music history insights.
Engaging, insightful discussions with deep storytelling.

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Bob Mould on Sugar's Reunion: "House of Dead Memories" and the 40 Watt Club Origins (Encore)
Q: What was the dynamic like when you first connected with David Barbie and Malcolm Travis, and how did that chemistry form so quickly?
Chemistry emerged from a mix of auditions, shared histories with the Athens scene, and a practical approach to forming a band—sitting at a table with demos and judging how well the three of us could translate ideas into real music.
Bob Mould on Sugar's Reunion: "House of Dead Memories" and the 40 Watt Club Origins (Encore)
Q: Back to the formation of Sugar after Hüsker Dü and your early solo years, what was the emotional and creative headspace you were in when you started building this band?
I felt like I had something to prove, starting from scratch in 1991, writing a lot of material in Brooklyn, then road-testing it on tour before settling with a rhythm section that could help realize those songs on a new platform.
ALeeN Rose: Amy Nelson & Tina Rose Bridges on Music, Family Legacy & Willie Nelson & Leon Russell's Enduring Bond
Q: Do you recall the first time hearing his music?
They describe growing up with Kris Kristofferson in the orbit of their families, with a sense of familiarity and close connections that made his music feel like part of their own childhood, and they reflect on how those memories influence their present work.
Exploring Guitar Craftsmanship and Lutherie: Steven Kauffman and Buzz Knight Discuss Music's Emotional Connection
Q: How do you approach the moment you hand a finished guitar to a musician for the first time, and what does that moment feel like?
He explains it as the coolest, most satisfying moment, emphasizing the collaboration and the musician's reaction as central to the craft.
Exploring Guitar Craftsmanship and Lutherie: Steven Kauffman and Buzz Knight Discuss Music's Emotional Connection
Q: When did you first realize that building guitars was going to be your calling, not just playing them, but your calling?
He describes a pivotal moment in a lumber yard that sparked the realization and the subsequent decision to pursue guitar-building as a craft.

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This show centers on music history through candid conversations with iconic and indie artists across rock, country, jazz, blues, and beyond. Host Buzz Knight guides in-depth interviews and a signature Dream Walk closing question, revealing personal journeys, creative processes, and the people and moments that shaped genres. Expect rich storytelling, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a culture-forward lens on how music intersects with life, film, and culture. Notable strengths include a diverse guest roster, long-form format that invites nuance, and a distinctive, intimate interview style that feels like a relaxed, in-depth chat with legends and rising voices alike.

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Recent guests on Takin' A Walk include:

1. The Warning
2. Alexandra King
3. Brian Bates
4. Tina Rose Bridges
5. Amy Lee Nelson
6. John Gallagher Jr.
7. Lucille Ball
8. Bobbie Gentry

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