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Takin’ A Walk – Music History with Buzz Knight

Takin’ A Walk is the music history podcast from Buzz Knight, featuring candid conversations with iconic musicians and legendary artists about the moments that shaped their music.

From classic rock stories and Grammy winners to the artists behind today’s viral hits, each episode goes inside the music: how the songs came together, the careers built around them, and what the artists learned along the way. Select episodes are archived in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s permanent collection.

Every walk ends with the Dream Walk question: “If you could take a walk with anyone, living or dead, who would it be?”

Guests include Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Julian Lennon, Stewart Copeland,Skylar Grey, Paula Abdul, Carnie Wilson, Hunter Hayes, Swamp Dogg and Taj Mahal.

A Buzz Knight Media Productions podcast.

Check out all of our other shows: Music Saved Me and Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman, Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson and Jersey Made hosted by Buzz Knight. All part of The IHeart Podcast Network.

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Latest Episodes:

Jon Loba: President BMG Music/Nashville: A leading music executive shares his secret sauce regarding culture, strategy and leadership Feb 10, 2023

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BMG Nashville President Jon Loba with an insightful and inspiring episode of Takin A Walk.
Jon discusses early mentors, risk taking and leadership skillls in his pursuit of the next big hit on Takin A Walk.
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Promo/upcoming episode: BMG Nashville Music President Jon Loba: Strategy, Leadership and Trailblazing for the next big hit. Feb 08, 2023

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Promo for upcoming episode out later this week with BMG Nashville Music President Jon Loba.
This episode is a fascinating take on a man at the top, leading the charge of one of Music Row's finest companies.
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Jon Anderson from the band Yes: A pioneer of progressive rock discusses some of the biggest names in music history. Feb 06, 2023

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The unmistakable voice of Jon Anderson on this episode of the Takin A Walk Podcast.
Jon was the lead singer of progressive rock group Yes and currently performs with "The Band Geeks" doing Yes epics and classics.
Here are show notes for the episode.
Takin A Walk is listed on the top 100 list of music podcasts to follow in 2023 by Feedspot.
Jon Anderson Music Journey- Founding Member, And Lead Singer of Yes Band
Survival goes down to music, and music is the healing force of our very being. If you can get to your next level of consciousness about music, that is the survival you need as an artist. It makes you want to make more music. Whether it reaches people or not that’s not the point. It’s about making new music, especially now that the internet has made things easy for us. As a musician, music should never stand still in your consciousness. Get it out there and go to the next level.
Join today’s walk with Jon Anderson, an iconic member of Rock Royalty. He’s the founding member and lead singer of the English Progressive Rock Band, Yes. The Yes band was formed in London in 1968 and has been a popular soundtrack to many of us.
In this episode, Jon shares his stepping stones to music discovery since 1968, the great artists he met and worked with along the journey, and his upcoming music show in April 2023.
Tune in!
Key Highlights from the Show;
[00:01] Episode intro and a bit about Jon Anderson
[01:31] When Jon realized he was a musician and stuck in the business
[05:22] The first time John heard ‘Sergeant Pepper’ and his reaction
[06:21] The musical styles in 1968 when Yes was being formed
[08:41] Jon review of a band that influenced him, The Mahavishnu Orchestra
[10:09] Jon’s encounter with Jimi Hendrix
[11:53] How Jon gives tribute to great artists through the music he produces
[16:57] Jon’s favorite places and venues that he still enjoys playing
[18:59] Getting music out of the unconscious level
[22:38] What Lee Abrams means to Jon and the Yes band
[29:11] Jon's reflections on the loss of Jeff Beck
[30:58] About the show Jon has coming up in April
[32:30] Ending the show
Notable quotes
Every day we keep learning the structure and implementing ideas.
No matter where you play, the audience is your greatest focus
If you can get to your next level of consciousness about music, that is the survival thing. It makes you want to make music.
Music is a healing force.
Connect With Jon Anderson
About Jon: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_Anderson_discography
About the Show
*****Thank you so much for listening to the TAKIN’ A WALK PODCAST SHOW hosted by Buzz Knight!
Listen to more honest conversations with a compelling mix of guests ranging from musicians, authors, and insiders with their own stories. Get inspired, get motivated, and gain insights from honest conversations every week that can help you with your own journey. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and be part of this blessed family.
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Teaser: Jon Anderson/Lead Singer from Yes on upcoming episode Feb 04, 2023

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Jon Anderson is one of rock music’s most recognizable vocalists from his work with the band Yes and he joins us on this upcoming Takin A Walk.
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The man who leads the development and execution of Country Radio’s biggest networking event on Takin A Walk Feb 03, 2023

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On this bonus Friday episode of Takin A Walk-Music History on foot we talk with Executive Director of the CRB/Country Radio Broadcasters RJ Curtis.
CRB is the organization that puts on the annual Country Radio Seminar in Nashville Tennessee.
RJ is a long time country radio/Music Row executive who has impacted nearly every aspect of the format and he discusses the current state of country music along with the CRS 2023 event.
The Takin A Walk podcast is featured in Feedspot's Top 100 Music Podcasts You Must Follow in 2023 List found here:
https://blog.feedspot.com/music_podcasts/
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The Cadillac Three Band: Rock Music, Funk and Grunge and their unique Nashville sound Jan 30, 2023

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The Cadillac Three Band defies categorization.
These gents have played music together in garages and basements growing up in Nashville and their independent spirit is contagious.
Cadillac Two(Kelby and Neil)joined us on this virtual Takin A Walk-Music History on foot episode and it was a delightful experience.
Authenticity is key for C3 as their music explores sounds ranging from funk, to grunge, to country with a dash of metal.
Their release "Tabasco and Sweet Tea" is a unique journey of modern music meeting these other styles unlike you have heard before.
These guys know how to weave traditional sounds with a mashup of what has mattered most and I hope you'll love them on Takin A Walk.
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Teaser/Upcoming episode-The Cadillac Three Band Jan 28, 2023

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Teaser: Upcoming episode with The Cadillac Three Band.
What happens when you mash up influences from Rock, Funk, Grunge and Country?
You get the unique sound of C3.
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Country Artist Wynonna Judd: A Portrait of Passion and Perseverance Jan 27, 2023

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Check out this bonus Friday mini episode from one of the greatest iconic American Country Music Singers of our generation Wynonna Judd.
She is one of the most awarded singers with 19 number one singles including those with The Judds.
Wynonna is heading on tour with an amazing community of artists such as Brandi Carlile, Kelsea Ballerina and Tanya Tucker and others in celebration of The Judds legacy.
Check out TheJudds.com for more information.
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Luke Bryan’s Manager and the Keys to her Nashville Success. Jan 23, 2023

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Join Kerri Edwards with host Buzz Knight on Takin A Walk-Music History on foot.
Kerri is one of Nashville's most successful artist managers, managing the careers of country artists Luke Bryan and Cole Swindell as Founder of KP Entertainment.
KPE has grown into a diverse client roster that focuses on artist development.
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Teaser/Episode this coming week: Luke Bryan’s manager and the secret of her Nashville success. Jan 21, 2023

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Episode coming later this week with one of Nashville's most respected music managers-Kerri Edwards.
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