Music Saved Me Podcast

Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at the Music History Desk for a look at the week of 3-31.

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Join @thebuzzknight for this episode with Chadwick Stokes, the musician known for his work with bands like Dispatch and State Radio. He is a prominent advocate of social change using music as a tool for activism with his non-profit called "Calling All Crows."

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Join Lynn Hoffman on this episode with the talented musician Alya. Her journey into music was inspired by her early passion for creating melodies and songs. Born in the Soviet Union, she began her musical path with classical vocal training at the age of seven. Alya's decision to pursue music professionally was influenced by her desire to express herself creatively and make a positive impact. Alya has actively supported UNICEF through her music and she views music as a tool for creating world-wide impact, aligning her artistry with philanthropy.

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Join @thebuzzknight for this episode with renowned American singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer and author Charlie Peacock. He has just released his memoir titled "Roots and Rhythm: A Life in Music" and Charlie shares the many inside stories of his creative process.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at the Music History Desk for a look at the week of 3-24. 

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Join @thebuzzknight as he delves into the fascinating careers of Vicki Peterson, founding member of The Bangles, and John Cowsill, renowned for his work with The Cowsills and The Beach Boys. In this episode, Vicki and John share stories of their musical beginnings, iconic collaborations, and the personal experiences. They also discuss their latest project, "Long After the Fire", a heartfelt tribute to John's late brothers.

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Join @thebuzzknight with country music icon Craig Morgan. He shares inside stories about his latest project "American Soundtrack", a collection that weaves together themes of love, loss and patriotism. From his days as a soldier to his rise as a chart-topping artist on BBR/BMG Nashville, Craig shares experiences that have shaped his music and his life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation, that explores the intersection of music, faith, and the American spirit.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for the classic replay of Music Saved Me with Pat Monahan from the band Train. Pat discusses his love of the healing power of music and how it inspires his creative process. Train is known for Grammy Winning sound including songs like, "Hey Soul Sister", "Drops of Jupiter", "Hey Soul Sister" and many more.

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Join @thebuzzknight for an unforgettable journey with founding member of The Doobie Brothers, guitarist and vocalist Patrick Simmons. In this episode, Patrick shares stories from his remarkable career, from the band's early days to their rise as one of the most iconic rock groups of all time. With an endless string of hits, The Doobie Brothers have left an indelible mark on music history. Patrick reflects on the band's evolution, and he also proudly discusses their new album "Walk This Road", along with their tour to support the release. The tour celebrates the band's 50th Anniversary and their first new album in 40 years.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at the Music History Desk for a look at the week of 3-17. 

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Join us with singer, songwriter David Archuleta as your host @thebuzzknight delves into the journey from American Idol, to becoming a versatile artist known for his heartfelt music and inspiring growth. In this intimate conversation, David shares the importance of his latest project, which is a tribute to the late George Michael, his sexuality and the process that set him free from the complexities of the Mormon Church. Tune in as David walks us through the path to self-discovery and artistic expression.

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Join host Lynn Hoffman with Pete Griffin, The President and CEO of Musicians on Call. MOC is the nation's leading provider of live music in hospitals and their volunteers have performed for over one million individuals in healthcare facilities nationwide. Pete leads the team of Musicians on Call on their mission to reach millions more and Music Saved Me is a proud supporter of the organization. Pete Griffin clearly knows about the healing power of music, and Lynn discusses that with him along with his plans for future growth.

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Join us with the legendary Lee Loughnane, the iconic trumpeter and founding member of the legendary band Chicago. Lee shares stories from his incredible career, from his early days of Chicago's formation to the band's rise as one of the most successful and enduring groups in music history. He reflects on the making of their timeless hits and discusses the evolution of Chicago's sound over decades. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation that will leave you feeling like you're walking alongside a legend.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at the Music History Desk for the week of 3-10. 

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Join @thebuzzknight with Spencer Proffer, the legendary filmmaker responsible for some of the best music documentaries in music history, including "Chasing Trane", The John Coltrane Documentary, "Reinventing Elvis: The 68 Comeback" and "The Day the Music Died/ American Pie" the story behind the great Don McClean song.

In this special "Behind the Creators" episode, Spencer takes you behind the scenes to his 2026 project, which focuses on "Stand By Me", the iconic Lieber and Stoller classic. 

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this Music Saved Me episode, with Brian Harris, the CEO and Founder of MedRhythyms, an innovative company focused on using music to improve walking impairments caused by neurological injuries through digital therapeutics. Brian Harris clearly knows the deep healing power of music and Lynn digs deep into this amazing story of innovation.

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Join @thebuzzknight for this new episode with comedian, actress, musician and activist Margaret Cho. Margaret continues to have a legendary comedy career and has a new album out called "Lucky Gift", showcasing her talent and versatility. She takes us behind the scenes to her creative process, her influences and the love of her work.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at the Music History Desk for the week of 3-3.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this Classic Music Saved Me Replay with singer songwriter Daniela Cotton. Her beautiful music spans Americana, Roots, Rock and Soul and she shares her stories of resilience and the power of music.

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Join @thebuzzknight for this classic replay with Megan and Rebecca Lovell, the sisters that make up the sensational band Larkin Poe. You will love their tales of creativity, camaraderie and beautiful music.

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Join host Lynn Hoffman for this Music Saved Me episode with singer-songwriter Holly Lovell. Holly talks with Lynn about her journey of using music as a form of healing and expression, as seen in her recent album "Hello Chelsea", which explores themes of grief and personal growth. Holly's music blends raw emotion with storytelling to address grief, addiction and healing in her family history. Songs like "Lion's Den" and "When Did I Lose You" explore vulnerability, anguish and resilience and clearly demonstrate the healing power of music.

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Join @thebuzzknight with the amazing singer-songwriter David Gray. From his breakout success of "White Ladder" to his newest introspective works, David shares the inside stories behind his creative process and how his music reflects life's complexities. David discusses themes of mortality, love and artistic evolution offering a unique conversation with one of music's true creative forces.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at The Music History Desk for a look at the week of 2-24.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this delightful episode with one of the great American songwriters of our generation, Sam Hollander. The list of musicians he has written for includes a who's who, Train, Katy Perry, Weezer, One Direction and many more. Sam is a member of the board of Musicians on Call which this podcast supports. 

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Join @thebuzzknight for a slight detour on "takin ' a walk" with a returning guest, comedian Paul Mecurio. He is the Emmy & Peabody Award winning comedian, known for his work on HBO, Comedy Central and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Paul is out touring with his Broadway Show, "Permission to Speak", directed by the legendary Frank Oz, a show connecting people through comedy, revealing storytelling that unites people in divisive times. 

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Join @thebuzzknight with the author of "Forever in Bloom", Kelly Caitlin celebrating the life of Kurt Cobain. Kelly tries to redefine how we remember Cobain, inviting readers to see Cobain as a deeply empathetic, creative artist who shaped music in his time with the band Nirvana that still resonates today. 

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Join host Lynn Hoffman with country music singer songwriter Jessica Lynn. Brooklyn-born, Jessica shares how her recent years shaped her relentless dedication by way of professional challenges and recent health struggles that reflect her unwavering commitment and passion for her music. Just as her music career was taking flight, she nearly lost everything, and this episode of music saved me clearly shows the power of music. Between the global pandemic that cost her greatly and a vocal injury that threatened her livelihood, Jessica has had to power through setbacks and mental health struggles to make her dreams a reality. 

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Join @thebuzzknight for this episode with Michael and Tanya Trotter, the wonderful husband and wife duo that are The War and Treaty. Their debut album "Healing Tide" received critical acclaim upon its release and the "takin ' a walk" podcast celebrates the release of their new @umgnashville release "Plus One." Michal and Tonya take us inside their creative process, and they also share the passion and resilience of the life and career they love. 

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at the Music History Desk for the week of 2-17.

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Join @thebuzzknight for this classic replay of an episode with the legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny. This episode will take you behind the scenes to the creative process that Pat continues to hone decades after he began his career. Pat continues to create new music and tour the world, sharing his incredible work with loyal fans everywhere.

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In this heartfelt episode of Music Saved Me, host Lynn Hoffman talks with legendary singer-songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman. Known for her deeply emotional and healing music, Beth shares how songwriting has been her lifeline through profound personal challenges, including the loss of loved ones, battling cancer and overcoming a brain tumor. From penning hits like Faith Hill's This Kiss, to creating songs that inspire resilience, Beth reflects on the transformative power of music in navigating life's highs and lows. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about creativity, healing, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. 

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Join @thebuzzknight with Martin Fry, the iconic frontman of the legendary 80's band ABC. Known for timeless hits like "The Look of Love" and "Poison Arrow", Martin shares fascinating stories from his journey through the golden era of new wave music. From the creation of their groundbreaking album The Lexicon of Love to reflection on David Bowie, this conversation is a must listen to for fans of 80's pop culture and beyond. Martin also discusses his autobiography "A Lexicon of Life" which takes you behind the scenes to his creative process along with his health challenges in his life that he had the strength to battle and persevere.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs at The Music History Desk for a look at the week of 2-10.

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Join @thebuzzknight for this episode with Rishad Tobaccowala, author, speaker, teacher and advisor, with four decades of experience specializing in helping people, organizations and teams re-invent themselves and remain relevant in changing times. Rishad is the author of the best-selling book, "Restoring the Soul of Business: Staying Human in the Age of Data" and is the author of the brand-new book "Re-Thinking Work". He also hosts the podcast called "What's Next?", where he speaks with a range of leaders across business, technology, academia, and the arts on how to make sense of the cultural, social, and business changes transforming us all.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this episode featuring Struggle Jennings, a genre-defying artist blending country and rap. Lynn dives into Struggle's inspiring journey, from overcoming personal struggles and incarceration to becoming a voice of resilience and transformation. Struggle shares how music became his lifeline, his creative process, and the profound impact of family on his artistry. Tune into this special episode to hear Struggle's story of redemption which showcases the healing power of music.

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Join @thebuzzknight with Andrew Reich, the director of Born Innocent, The Redd Kross Story which chronicles the 45-year history of the influential rock band. Andrew is best known for his work as executive producer and writer on the iconic sitcom Friends.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs for a look at Music History for the week of 2/3.

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Join @thebuzz knight as he steps into the vibrant world of Australian Indie music with The Hype.

The power punk duo with infectious melodies and dynamic rhythms has new music out called "Something in the Water" and we explore their creative process and breaking through in the world of Australian music.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this episode with Matty and Charity for the amazing indie/folk/alternative band The Head and The Heart. You'll love the conversation where they talk about their new music, their influences, the band chemistry and why music is a saving grace for them. Their new song is called "Arrow" and you'll gain a deeper understanding of where the band has been and where they are going.

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Join @thebuzzknight for an inside look at the life and career of the iconic musician, author and activist Darryl McDaniels. "D" is known for his breakthrough work with the band "Run-DMC". which burst on the scene in the 80's to become the most influential band in Hip-Hop history. Darryl also reveals which of his many projects that he gives so much passion and purpose to, gives him the most satisfaction.

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Join @thebuzzknight and @theharryjacobs for a look at Music History for the week of 1/27. 

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Join host Lynn Hoffman on this Classic Replay with Jelly Roll. This takes us back to our second episode and it is one of our most popular episodes to date. Jelly Roll clearly knows about the healing power of music. 

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Join @thebuzzknight for this episode with the talented GlassNote Records artist Cecilia Castleman. Known for her soulful voice and introspective lyrics, Cecilia shares the story behind her musical journey, her inspirations, and the creative process that fuels her artistry. Her self-titled debut album is out, and it includes her song "It's Alright", a hopeful track about new beginnings, independence and finding your groove.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this powerful episode of Music Saved Me with Simon Davies, the Executive Director of Teen Cancer America, a dynamic charity founded by Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey of The Who. Simon discusses with Lynn the incredible work that the charity does in transforming the health care system by creating specialist facilities and programs for young adults with cancer. Simon Davies knows first-hand about the healing power of music, and he shares this with Lynn on this episode.

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Join @thebuzzknight for an inspiring episode with rising country music star Jessica Lynn as we explore her remarkable journey in the music industry. We'll delve into her unique blend of contemporary and traditional sounds, her experience as an independent artist, and the challenges she's overcome to make her mark in Nashville and beyond.

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Join @thebuzzknight with @harryjacobs for a look at music history for the week of 1/20.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this Classic Replay with Wynonna Judd. This was our first episode of Music Saved Me, and it clearly shows the healing power of music from one of country music's great artists.

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Join @thebuzzknight as he delves into the guitar mastery of Gary Myrick, a versatile musician whose six- string prowess has left an indelible mark on the music industry. From his early days in Texas blues bands to his innovative new wave sound, Myrick's guitar work has consistently stood out for its distinctiveness and energy.

Gary's journey began in Dallas, where he honed his chops playing in local blues and roots-rock bands. His talent was evident early on, as he was chosen to replace none other than Stevie Ray Vaughan in the band Kracker Jack. This early exposure to Texas blues would continue to influence his playing style throughout his career.

Gary Myrick's guitar prowess continues to evolve, his recent EP, "The Sum of All My Sins" demonstrates his ongoing exploration of the instrument, blending his electric and acoustic skills with a deep understanding of blues and rock traditions.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for part two of her episode with Darryl "DMC" Mcdaniels, the American rapper, actor, author and record producer known for his work as a founding member of the hip-hop group Run-DMC. On this episode some true magic unfolds, as Lynn introduces "D" to a young artist on GlassNote Records named Dylan Cartlidge. Dylan was a previous guest on this podcast, and he told Lynn on that episode how Run-DMC had a tremendous influence on him and helped shape him musically. The introduction of these two men in an "artist to artist" setting is a wonderful example of the power and unifying spirit of music.

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Join @thebuzzknight with "Bayou Soul" maestro Marc Broussard. Marc shares the rhythms of his life and career, from his roots in Carencro, Louisiana, to his rise as a celebrated singer-songwriter.  Marc opens up about his unique blend of funk, R & B, rock, and pop, which has captivated audiences worldwide. Marc reflects on the immense impact his father; Louisiana Hall of Fame guitarist Ted Broussard has had on his life and how that influences him to this day.

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Join @thebuzzknight with @harryjacobs for a look at music history for the week of 1/13.

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Join @thebuzzknight with Bob Rivers, one of Americas great radio personalities of our generation. Bob worked at some of the biggest radio stations in the country including WAAF, WIYY, KISW and others and is a member of The Radio Hall of Fame. Bob is an accomplished musician, and he created the "Twisted Tunes" franchise which entertained his fans for decades. 

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this behind-the-scenes conversation with Darryll "DMC" McDaniels, the American rapper, actor, author and record producer known for his work as a founding member of the hip-hop group Run-DMC. Darryl is one of the pioneers of the hip-hop culture and he talks with Lynn about his career beginnings, his struggles with depression and addiction and how music has been a saving force in his life. D also talks about the role adoption played in his struggles and how today he is focused on "giving back" to students everywhere.

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Join @thebuzzknight with Jeff and Steven McDonald, the brothers who created the punk rock, alternative band Redd Kross.  They are the subject of a new documentary "Born Innocent" which chronicles the history and influence of Redd Kross.

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Join @thebuzzknight for a look at music history for the week of 1/6. Buzz is joined by Harry Jacobs at The Music History Desk.

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Join @thebuzzknight for a special CES 2025 episode with Brian Comiskey, the Senior Director, Innovation and Trends & Futurist from the Consumer Technology Association.

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Join us for the powerful Music Saved Me Classic Replay with singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier. Mary is a Grammy-nominated artist whose songs have been covered by a variety of performers including Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Jimmy Buffett and many others. Mary discusses her passion for music and how music has helped her get thru difficult experiences while "saving her" at the darkest times. 

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Join your host Lynn Hoffman with Glassnote Music singer songwriter Cecilia Castleman on Music Saved Me. She discusses how music became a central force in her life when her parents divorced when she was 11 years old and how she worked through her emotions with a guitar and pen Cecilia has new music out with her song called "It's Alright" and we hope you love her authenticity and spirit showcasing the power of music

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Join host Lynn Hoffman on this classic replay with rising Nashville musician Onoleigh. She describes her challenges with anxiety and mental health issues and how music truly saved her. 

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Join host Lynn Hoffman on this episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast with Glassnote recording artist Dylan Cartlidge. His story is one of hope and adversity, the title of his debut album and his music is an ode of embracing individuality and defying the odds associated with his turbulent upbringing. which included being raised in the care system. Dylan is a multi-instrumentalist, and his music incorporate elements of funk, soul and hip hop, along with elements of rock, soul and R&B.  His new music is called "New Day", an uplifting song and Dylan surely knows the power of music. 

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Join host Lynn Hoffman for this Classic Music Saved Me Replay with musician Dee Snider. He is best known as the lead singer of the Heavy Metal Band Twister Sister and music played a major role in his life, saving him from the burden of being an outcast in his community. Music was the outlet that gave him hope and confidence as an adolescent.

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The Music Saved Me Podcast invites you to check out our companion podcast, "Takin' A Walk" hosted by Buzz Knight.

Al Pitrelli from The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is Buzz's guest, discussing the band and their great holiday legacy. Al is the musical director, and he shares the inside story on how the TSO brand was created. See TSO this holiday season in a city near you.

Other recent guests on "Takin' A Walk" have been Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Mike Campbell, Daryl Hall, John Oates, Larkin Poe, Pat Metheny and many others.

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Join your host Lynn Hoffman for this Classic Replay songwriter Sam Hollander. You know so much of Sam's work which includes, Fitz and the Tantrums "HandClap", Weezer-"Records", One Direction-"Rock Me", Train-"Save Me San Francisco" and many more. His 21 hit records have been part of the soundtrack of our life and Sam clearly understand the healing power of music from his great support of Musicians on Call. 

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Join your host Lynn Hoffman for this special episode of The Music Saved Me podcast with Samora Pinderhughes, a multi-faceted artist known for his innovative and socially conscious approach to music and multimedia creation.  Samora is a composer, pianist, vocalist and filmmaker who uses his art to examine sociopolitical issues and advocate for social change. 

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Join your host Lynn Hoffman for this powerful episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast with Singer-Songwriter Antoniette Costa. This episode captures the powerful story of Antoniette's journey, highlighting her incredible resilience in the face of health challenges and her ability to create music even during difficult times. Antoniette acknowledges the obstacles she faced, particularly her experience with a brain tumor, while maintaining a tone of perseverance and triumph.

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Join host Lynn Hoffman for this episode of Music Saved Me with indie musician Adam Ezra, who leads The Adam Ezra Group. He is an underground, Americana singer songwriter known for building a loyal fan base one by one and for his amazing nonprofit RallySound, which does tremendous work for homeless veterans. 

You'll love the compassionate soul of Adam Ezra on this new episode of Music Saved Me.    

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In this episode of Music Saved Me, host Lynn Hoffman talks with singer-songwriter ZZ Ward to explore her musical journey and the healing power of blues and soul. ZZ Ward shares how music has been a source of strength and confidence throughout her career, from her early days performing Albert King covers, to releasing her latest EP "Mother."

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Join your host Lynn Hoffman on this Music Saved Me podcast episode with electronic music producer/artist Shrimpnose to explore the transformative power of music in his life and his career. He discusses personal anecdotes about how music helped him during challenging times, his creative process and how music has helped him belong in a world of loneliness.

Shrimpnose, whose real name is Riley Smithson, has faced several significant challenges that music has helped him overcome:

a speech impediment at the age of five that developed into a debilitating stutter, financial struggles which caused him to miss meals for days and depression.  

This is one of the most raw and authentic music interviews on Music Saved Me, illustrating the incredible healing powers of music as Shrimpnose shares his deeply personal stories with Lynn. He also shares his excitement about his brand-new project called "The World Pushed Against You."

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Join Host Lynn Hoffman as she speaks to Americana/Indie singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmons about his life challenges, how he has coped with them, and how music plays a role in healing. William shares his creative process in creating music in this musical journey conversation that truly showcases what the Music Saved Me podcast is all about. Fitzsimmons shares in the music interview the deeply personal nature of his music which often addresses themes from his own life. 

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Join us for this classic Music Saved Me Replay with Rick Allen from Def Leppard and his wife musician Lauren Monroe.  Lynn Hoffman talks with them about how music is so vital in their lives and has tremendous healing powers.

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Join host Lynn Hoffman as she speaks with New York based Americana/Soul/Rock artist Daniela Cotton. Known for her soul-stirring voice, Daniela shares her story filled with honesty and emotion about the power of music. Daniela embodies the true spirit of the Music Saved Me podcast and we hope you enjoy this episode and share with your friends.

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Join us for this classic replay episode with Country Music Singer Songwriter Whey Jennings.  Whey has new music out called "Jekyll and Hyde" and he continues in his family tradition of writing music from the heart. Whey knows the healing power of music and he shares his deep connection on this episode of Music Saved Me. 

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Join Host Lynn Hoffman for this amazing classic episode with Brent Smith from the great American Rock band Shinedown.

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Join Lynn Hoffman for this episode of Music Saved Me with Jake Banfield, the Nashville based songwriter and artist who shares what music means to him and how music has healing powers for him and others in times of need. 

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Rockie Lynne is an American Country Music Artist and the subject of a new documentary film called "Where I Belong" which is on Amazon Prime and PBS.

Music Saved Me host Lynn Hoffman talks with Rockie about his journey and about the healing power of music in this honest conversation.

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Demi Michelle is a singer songwriter from the Pittsburgh Pa. area, and she believes in the healing power of music. Besides her musical career, Demi is a creative writer and a podcaster.

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Join your host Lynn Hoffman for this classic replay with the multi-talented Jenna Andrews.

Jenna Andrews is a Canadian singer, songwriter and record producer who has collaborated with artists such as BTS, Drake Jennifer Lopez and others. She has a web series called The Green Room which focuses on mental health and music. Please share this episode with your friends.

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Chad Tepper is a singer, songwriter and guitarist and ex-pro skater who knows the power of music. He wouldn't be the success story he is today without experiencing tremendous pain and hardship.  His early life saw him as a child being homeless and that experience continues to shape him today.  Music saved Chad Tepper and continues saving him to this day.

You'll love Chad's authenticity as he shares stories of his rough road while expressing gratitude for where he is today.

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Mary Gauthier is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, musician and author who shares her powerful story of alchemy and redemption with the healing power of music. 

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Sam Hollander is an American Songwriter known for collaborations with artists such as: Panic at the Disco, One Direction, Weezer, Train, Katy Perry and countless others.  Join your host Lynn Hoffman as Sam shares his deep bond with the healing powers of music. 

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Join host Lynn Hoffman on this Music Saved Me Classic Replay with multi-talented musician Jelly Roll.

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This is a Classic Replay from one of our biggest episodes to date with the great Wynonna Judd. telling her personal story on how music saved her. Our podcast is hosted by Lynn Hoffman and we're supporters of Musicians on Call. Follow this podcast and share with your friends.

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Pat Monahan is the Grammy Winning leader of the Band Train and he knows the power of music.

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Rick is the legendary drummer from Def Leppard and his wife Lauren Monroe is an accomplished musician as well.

Both know the healing powers of music and they actively help others with their work with their charity The Raven Drum Foundation. They are also supporters like us of Musicians on Call. 

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Whey Jennings is a country singer-songwriter and is the grandson of the great Waylon Jennings. 

Whey knows the healing power of music and he shares his story with Buzz Knight, who sits in on this episode of Music Saved Me. 

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Dee Snider was the frontman for the band Twisted Sister, and he has always had a lot on his mind during his lifetime. Music gave him the outlet to express himself and for that he is forever grateful.

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Charles is best known for his roles as Deacon Claybourne on CMT's Nashville and as Ward Cameron on Netflix's Outer Banks.

Charles is also a touring singer-songwriter who knows the healing power of music from his work with the Musicians on Call which Music Saved Me proudly supports.

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Jenna Andrews is a singer, songwriter, music producer and podcaster who believes in the power of music. You will love her passion for making a difference with her music,

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Join Host Lynn Hoffman on this powerful new episode of Music Saved Me with Brent Smith from the great American Rock Band Shinedown.

The band has the most number one singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock with 19 and they have sold more than ten million records worldwide.

Brent has been transparent about his own personal struggles, and he has supported helping others in addition to continuing to put out amazing music.

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Country Music Artist Walker Hayes discusses the healing power of Music on the Music Saved Me Podcast hosted by Lynn Hoffman.

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Chad Tepper is a multi-talented alternative/Indie singer/ songwriter and You Tuber and music truly has saved him. The unfortunate fate of his early life saw Chad face seven years of childhood homelessness, and experience that shaped him as an artist and as a person.

Listen to his honest and compelling story.

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Actor, Activist and Musician Corey Feldman discusses how music has saved me in times of despair.   

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Mary is a Grammy nominated American folk, singer-songwriter and author whose songs have been covered by performers including:

Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Kathy Mattea and Jimmy Buffett.

Mary's book "Saved by Song" was published in 2021 and her spirit and transparency embody the spirit of The Music Saved Me Podcast hosted by Lynn Hoffman.

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Onoleigh is a singer/songwriter releasing new music called "Walls" which was co-written with Nathan Chapman and John Oates.

The song deals with mental health speaking to the walls and spending time alone.

Onoleigh is a rising star in the Nashville music community.

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Welcome to Episode Three of Music Saved Me with BLKBOK and host Lynn Hoffman.

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BLKBOK is a uniquely gifted neo-classical piano prodigy from Detroit Michigan who combines artful storytelling with his tremendous music.

He shares his love of music with the fact that growing up in the inner city could have taken his life down the dark paths of crime and addiction.

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Welcome to The Music Saved Me, a podcast about the healing power of music.

Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to stay up to date and never miss an episode.

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Check out episodes with Wynonna Judd, Jelly Roll and an upcoming episode with neoclassical pianist BLKBOX.

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Music Saved Me | Jelly Roll

Welcome to our second episode of Music Saved Me, Jelly Roll.

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Coming up on our second episode of Music Saved Me, Jelly Roll.

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Welcome to episode One of The Music Saved Me Podcast with one of America's most widely recognized and awarded female country musicians in history: Wynonna Judd.

Wynonna has had 19 number-one singles, including those with The Judds, making her one of the best-selling country artists of all time.

In 2022, Wynonna was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as a member of The Judds.

The Music Saved Me podcast is hosted by Lynn Hoffman and each episode will explore the healing power of music with a variety of artists, telling their inspiring stories.

Wynonna discusses the impact of music in her life at an early age, how it shaped her personal path, and most importantly how it continues to save her to this day.

You will hear Wynonna bare her soul discussing the deep challenges she has faced in her life with an uplifting perspective on the healing powers of music.

It was recently announced that more than two dozen artists will pay homage to The Judds, with a 14-song collection called "A Tribute to The Judds" celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the band including Wynonna, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and more releasing later this fall.

Look for the next episode of Music Saved Me with special guest Jelly Roll.

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Welcome to Music Saved Me. We will be rolling out new episodes soon.

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The Music Saved Me Podcast tackles how music, from either side of the speaker, can be a healing device for the mental health crisis going on globally.

Thankfully, the idea of talking about mental health is no longer stigma or an embarrassing topic.

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