Join Buzz Knight and Harry Jacobs, the Master of Music Mayhem, as they explore pivotal moments from the week of November 17th in rock history. This episode dives deep into Pink Floyd’s groundbreaking double album The Wall, released in the UK on November 17, 1979, examining Roger Waters’ creative vision, the band’s intense seven-studio recording sessions, and the controversial firing of keyboardist Richard Wright.

Discover the bizarre Star Wars Holiday Special that aired once on CBS in 1978 and became an infamous stain on the franchise. Learn how guitarist Danny Whitten’s tragic 1978 heroin overdose inspired Neil Young’s haunting classic “The Needle and the Damage Done.”

The hosts celebrate U2’s experimental Achtung Baby (1991), Led Zeppelin’s Houses of the Holy going 11x platinum, and The Who’s complex rock opera Quadrophenia (1973), which represented each band member’s personality across its four album sides.

Plus: Michael Jackson’s game-changing Thriller video MTV premiere, The Beatles’ iconic White Album UK release (1968), Pearl Jam’s Vitalogy vinyl-first strategy, and an incredible story about young Jon Bon Jovi witnessing David Bowie and Freddie Mercury recording “Under Pressure.”

Keywords: Pink Floyd The Wall, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Quadrophenia, Beatles White Album, Thriller video, Achtung Baby, Led Zeppelin, Neil Young, music history podcast, classic rock, 1970s music, 1980s music, rock opera​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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

Join Buzz Knight and Harry Jacobs, the Master of Music Mayhem, as they explore pivotal moments from the week of November 17th in rock history. This episode dives deep into Pink Floyd&rsquo;s groundbreaking double album The Wall, released in the UK on November 17, 1979, examining Roger Waters&rsquo; creative vision, the band&rsquo;s intense seven-studio recording sessions, and the controversial firing of keyboardist Richard Wright.
Discover the bizarre Star Wars Holiday Special that aired once on CBS in 1978 and became an infamous stain on the franchise. Learn how guitarist Danny Whitten&rsquo;s tragic 1978 heroin overdose inspired Neil Young&rsquo;s haunting classic &ldquo;The Needle and the Damage Done.&rdquo;
The hosts celebrate U2&rsquo;s experimental Achtung Baby (1991), Led Zeppelin&rsquo;s Houses of the Holy going 11x platinum, and The Who&rsquo;s complex rock opera Quadrophenia (1973), which represented each band member&rsquo;s personality across its four album sides.
Plus: Michael Jackson&rsquo;s game-changing Thriller video MTV premiere, The Beatles&rsquo; iconic White Album UK release (1968), Pearl Jam&rsquo;s Vitalogy vinyl-first strategy, and an incredible story about young Jon Bon Jovi witnessing David Bowie and Freddie Mercury recording &ldquo;Under Pressure.&rdquo;
Keywords: Pink Floyd The Wall, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Quadrophenia, Beatles White Album, Thriller video, Achtung Baby, Led Zeppelin, Neil Young, music history podcast, classic rock, 1970s music, 1980s music, rock opera​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Takin&rsquo; A Walk: In-depth music interviews exploring the stories and music history behind the songs.

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.

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New episodes drop weekly across all podcast platforms!

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Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman

Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman 

Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson 

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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.
If you love our show you&rsquo;ll love the Hit Parade Music History Podcast. Listen Here. https://open.spotify.com/show/4GqbdfOT9Je4nEp5BqnGit?si=fn7V3hwZQ9m_UHpGnjd0Yg
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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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Weekly Music History for the week of 11-17 with Buzz Knight

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