Joel Selvin is the author of "Drums and Demons-The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon."

Jim is considered one of the greatest drummers in music history and he faced a lifetime of mental illness, ultimately landing him in prison for the death of his mother. Joel Selvin has done meticulous work in investigating this story of a music icon who led a tragic life.

Joel Selvin is the author of "Drums and Demons-The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon."
Jim is considered one of the greatest drummers in music history and he faced a lifetime of mental illness, ultimately landing him in prison for the death of his mother. Joel Selvin has done meticulous work in investigating this story of a music icon who led a tragic life.

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On the Takin&rsquo; A Walk-Music History Podcast, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music&rsquo;s most iconic musicians. From Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers &nbsp;with legendary storytellers, to artists and their viral music success, musicians reveal the stories behind songs, the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep music history knowledge, The Buzz Knight Takin A Walk Music History podcast delivers legendary musician interviews that explore more than just the songs &mdash; Knight uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history.&nbsp;
Takin&rsquo; A Walk is the Music History Podcast that gives you music artist interviews from inspiring icons.
If you love our rock &amp; roll stories you'll love the new Spotify Podcast "Billions Club : The Series"
Check out our other shows
Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman
Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman&nbsp;
Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson&nbsp;
Part of iHeartPodcasts

Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

On the Takin’ A Walk-Music History Podcast, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music’s most iconic musicians. From Rock & Roll Hall of Famers  with legendary storytellers, to artists and their viral music success, musicians reveal the stories behind songs, the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep music history knowledge, The Buzz Knight Takin A Walk Music History podcast delivers legendary musician interviews that explore more than just the songs — Knight uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history. 

Takin’ A Walk is the Music History Podcast that gives you music artist interviews from inspiring icons.

If you love our rock & roll stories you'll love the new Spotify Podcast "Billions Club : The Series"

Check out our other shows

Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman

Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman 

Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson 

Part of iHeartPodcasts

 

On the Takin&rsquo; A Walk-Music History Podcast, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music&rsquo;s most iconic musicians. From Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers &nbsp;with legendary storytellers, to artists and their viral music success, musicians reveal the stories behind songs, the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep music history knowledge, The Buzz Knight Takin A Walk Music History podcast delivers legendary musician interviews that explore more than just the songs &mdash; Knight uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history.&nbsp;
Takin&rsquo; A Walk is the Music History Podcast that gives you music artist interviews from inspiring icons.
If you love our rock &amp; roll stories you'll love the new Spotify Podcast "Billions Club : The Series"
Check out our other shows
Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman
Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman&nbsp;
Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson&nbsp;
Part of iHeartPodcasts
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Author/Music Critic Joel Selvin-The Jim Gordon Tragedy-Music History

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