Takin A Walk Podcast with Buzz Knight : AJR’s Jack & Ryan Met Reveal Their Indie Music Journey from Street Performers to Pop Superstars. From busking in Washington Square Park to dominating Billboard charts – AJR brothers Jack and Ryan Met sit down with host Buzz Knight for an exclusive deep-dive into their extraordinary musical evolution. This powerhouse indie-pop trio opens up about their DIY production secrets, the creative genius behind viral hits, and how three brothers from New York transformed bedroom recordings into stadium-filling anthems.🎧 What You’ll Discover: • The untold story of AJR’s street performance origins and how they built their fanbase from zero • Exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into their self-produced album creation process • How they crafted chart-topping hits that resonated with millions worldwide • The family dynamics that fuel their creative collaboration • Industry insider secrets about staying independent while achieving mainstream success • Their artistic evolution and what’s driving their boundary-pushing sound🔥 Perfect For: • Music industry enthusiasts curious about DIY success stories • Aspiring musicians seeking production and marketing insights • AJR superfans craving exclusive content and personal stories • Anyone interested in innovative pop music and creative entrepreneurshipSEO-Rich Keywords & Tags:AJR interview | indie pop music | DIY music production | music industry podcast | chart-topping hits | brother band dynamics | self-produced albums | viral music marketing | New York music scene | independent artists successSocial Media Hooks:Twitter/X: “🎵 EXCLUSIVE: @AJRBrothers spill the secrets behind their chart-dominating hits! From street performances to sold-out arenas – this is the untold AJR story you NEED to hear 🎧 #TakinAWalk #AJRInterview #MusicPodcast”Instagram: “Behind the music with AJR 🎤✨ Jack & Ryan reveal how three brothers turned bedroom beats into Billboard bangers.  #AJR #MusicInterview #PodcastLife”LinkedIn: “Entrepreneurial musicians take note: AJR’s journey from street performers to industry innovators offers valuable lessons in creative independence, family collaboration, and building authentic audience connections.”

If this episode of Takin’ a Walk – Music History on Foot struck a chord with you, we invite you to keep the journey going by exploring the many other stories, conversations, and musical pathways waiting in our episode library. Every installment of the podcast opens a new door into the world of music—whether it’s a deep dive into a legendary artist’s creative process, a walk through the overlooked corners of music history, or a compelling conversation with the people who shape the soundtrack of our lives. There’s an entire universe of rhythm, narrative, nostalgia, discovery, and behind-the-scenes insight spread across our past episodes, each one crafted to make your next walk, drive, workout, or moment of downtime more meaningful, more memorable, and more connected to the music you love. So don’t stop here, take a few extra steps and check out the rest of the Takin’ a Walk – Music History on Foot catalog. The stories waiting for you are as timeless, surprising, and inspiring as the songs that have carried you through your life. Keep listening and discover your next favorite episode.

 

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Takin A Walk Podcast with Buzz Knight : AJR&rsquo;s Jack &amp; Ryan Met Reveal Their Indie Music Journey from Street Performers to Pop Superstars. From busking in Washington Square Park to dominating Billboard charts &ndash; AJR brothers Jack and Ryan Met sit down with host Buzz Knight for an exclusive deep-dive into their extraordinary musical evolution. This powerhouse indie-pop trio opens up about their DIY production secrets, the creative genius behind viral hits, and how three brothers from New York transformed bedroom recordings into stadium-filling anthems.🎧 What You&rsquo;ll Discover: &bull; The untold story of AJR&rsquo;s street performance origins and how they built their fanbase from zero &bull; Exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into their self-produced album creation process &bull; How they crafted chart-topping hits that resonated with millions worldwide &bull; The family dynamics that fuel their creative collaboration &bull; Industry insider secrets about staying independent while achieving mainstream success &bull; Their artistic evolution and what&rsquo;s driving their boundary-pushing sound🔥 Perfect For: &bull; Music industry enthusiasts curious about DIY success stories &bull; Aspiring musicians seeking production and marketing insights &bull; AJR superfans craving exclusive content and personal stories &bull; Anyone interested in innovative pop music and creative entrepreneurshipSEO-Rich Keywords &amp; Tags:AJR interview | indie pop music | DIY music production | music industry podcast | chart-topping hits | brother band dynamics | self-produced albums | viral music marketing | New York music scene | independent artists successSocial Media Hooks:Twitter/X: &ldquo;🎵 EXCLUSIVE: @AJRBrothers spill the secrets behind their chart-dominating hits! From street performances to sold-out arenas &ndash; this is the untold AJR story you NEED to hear 🎧 #TakinAWalk #AJRInterview #MusicPodcast&rdquo;Instagram: &ldquo;Behind the music with AJR 🎤✨ Jack &amp; Ryan reveal how three brothers turned bedroom beats into Billboard bangers. &nbsp;#AJR #MusicInterview #PodcastLife&rdquo;LinkedIn: &ldquo;Entrepreneurial musicians take note: AJR&rsquo;s journey from street performers to industry innovators offers valuable lessons in creative independence, family collaboration, and building authentic audience connections.&rdquo;
If this episode of Takin&rsquo; a Walk &ndash; Music History on Foot struck a chord with you, we invite you to keep the journey going by exploring the many other stories, conversations, and musical pathways waiting in our episode library. Every installment of the podcast opens a new door into the world of music&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s a deep dive into a legendary artist&rsquo;s creative process, a walk through the overlooked corners of music history, or a compelling conversation with the people who shape the soundtrack of our lives. There&rsquo;s an entire universe of rhythm, narrative, nostalgia, discovery, and behind-the-scenes insight spread across our past episodes, each one crafted to make your next walk, drive, workout, or moment of downtime more meaningful, more memorable, and more connected to the music you love. So don&rsquo;t stop here, take a few extra steps and check out the rest of the Takin&rsquo; a Walk &ndash; Music History on Foot catalog. The stories waiting for you are as timeless, surprising, and inspiring as the songs that have carried you through your life. Keep listening and discover your next favorite episode.
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Takin' A Walk is a weekly music history podcast featuring intimate conversations with legendary musicians, songwriters, producers, and the creative minds behind your favorite songs. Host Buzz Knight, a media executive and lifelong music enthusiast, takes listeners behind the scenes with everyone from rock icons to Indie artists, Grammy winners to session players and today's hitmakers. Discover the untold stories of how classic albums were made, what inspires great songwriting, and the creative journeys of artists across rock, country, jazz fusion, progressive, Americana and beyond. Past guests include Darryl McDaniels (Run-D.M.C.), members of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers (Mike Campbell), Carlos Santana, Jelly Roll, Roddy Bottum from Faith No More, Amanda Shires, Pos from De La Soul and acclaimed songwriters who've written for Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Katy Perry, and more. New episodes weekly on the iHeartPodcast Network. 

Takin' A Walk&nbsp;is a weekly music history podcast featuring intimate conversations with legendary musicians, songwriters, producers, and the creative minds behind your favorite songs. Host Buzz Knight, a media executive and lifelong music enthusiast, takes listeners behind the scenes with everyone from rock icons to Indie artists, Grammy winners to session players and today's hitmakers. Discover the untold stories of how classic albums were made, what inspires great songwriting, and the creative journeys of artists across rock, country, jazz fusion, progressive, Americana and beyond. Past guests include Darryl McDaniels (Run-D.M.C.), members of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers (Mike Campbell), Carlos Santana, Jelly Roll, Roddy Bottum from Faith No More, Amanda Shires, Pos from De La Soul and acclaimed songwriters who've written for Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Katy Perry, and more. New episodes weekly on the iHeartPodcast Network.&nbsp;

Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

On Takin’ A Walk, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music’s most iconic voices. From Rock & Roll Hall of Famers to legendary storytellers, guests reveal the inside music stories behind the hits: the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep industry roots, Buzz delivers music interviews that explore more than just the songs — he uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history. This isn’t your typical music history podcast — it’s an intimate journey through the evolution of American music with those who made it.

Takin’ A Walk: In-depth music interviews exploring the stories and music history behind the songs.”

New episodes drop weekly across all podcast platforms!

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 Takin&rsquo; A Walk, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music&rsquo;s most iconic voices. From Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers to legendary storytellers, guests reveal the inside music stories behind the hits: the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep industry roots, Buzz delivers music interviews that explore more than just the songs &mdash; he uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history. This isn&rsquo;t your typical music history podcast &mdash; it&rsquo;s an intimate journey through the evolution of American music with those who made it.
Takin&rsquo; A Walk: In-depth music interviews exploring the stories and music history behind the songs.&rdquo;
New episodes drop weekly across all podcast platforms!
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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"Hooks, Hits & Heart: AJR's Jack and Ryan Met"-Music History

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