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Episodes donated include Train’s Pat Monahan, Run-DMC’s Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider, Def Leppard’s Rick Allen and others
Music Saved Me has peaked at both #1 in Music & #1 in Music Interviews on Apple Podcast Charts
Surpasses 1.5 million downloads in more than 150 cities & 30+ countries worldwide
CLEVELAND, Ohio (December 08, 2025) – Buzz Knight Media Productions, lead by veteran media executive and podcast creator Buzz Knight, has announced the donation of select episodes from his widely popular Music Saved Me podcast into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame library and archives. The podcast, created by Knight and hosted by acclaimed TV and radio personality Lynn Hoffman, features intimate conversations with world renowned recording artists and industry figures who reveal how music has profoundly impacted their own lives, offering fans inspiring stories of resilience, healing, and transformation, while also providing personal context behind the songs they have come to love.
Episodes selected for The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame archives were based on their contribution to documenting music’s therapeutic and life-changing power across different generations. Episodes now included in the archive are Train’s Pat Monahan, Run-DMC’s Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider, Def Leppard’s Rick Allen, The Head and the Heart’s Charity Rose Thielen & Matt Gervais, Shinedown’s Brent Smith, singer-songwriters Lauren Monroe, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Mary Gauthier, country recording artists Whey Jennings and Struggle Jennings, Neo-classical pianist BLKBOX, and Teen Cancer America’s Simon Davies.
“I’m honored to donate Music Saved Me to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame,” Knight remarked. “Lynn Hoffman has created something truly special with this podcast—capturing deeply personal stories that demonstrate music’s ability to heal, inspire, and literally save lives. Preserving these conversations in the Rock Hall’s archives ensures that future generations can witness the profound impact music has on the human spirit.”
Hoffman added, “Honored and thrilled to be part of Buzz Knight Media’s donation of Takin A Walk and now Music Saved Me podcast episodes to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives, preserving the profound stories of how music has healed, inspired, and shaped the lives of artists and fans alike for generations to come.”
Buzz Knight Media Productions Music Saved Me and Takin A Walk podcasts are part of iHeart Podcasts, in conjunction with Premiere Networks. Listen now on iHeart Radio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or at MusicSavedMe.net.
About Music Saved Me Podcast:
Music Saved Me is a podcast about the power of music, and how it has a unique way to bring about emotional healing. Hosted by Lynn Hoffman, this podcast gets up close and personal with some of the world’s brightest musicians who have personally been impacted by music and have a story to tell of how. The podcast also tackles subjects and stories on how music, from either side of the speaker, can be a healing device for the mental health crisis happening globally, and is a proud supporter of the national non-profit organization, Musicians on Call. Music Saved Me is part of iHeart Podcasts, in conjunction with Premiere Networks. Listen now on iHeart Radio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or at MusicSavedMe.net.
About Rock & Roll Hall of Fame:
Born from the collision of rhythm & blues, country, and gospel, rock & roll is a spirit that is inclusive and ever-changing. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame celebrates the sound of youth culture and honors the artists whose music connects us all. We share stories of the people, events, and songs that shape our world through digital content, innovative exhibits, live music, engaging programs, and our annual Induction Ceremony. We intentionally foster an inclusive and welcoming non-profit Museum that encourages and embraces creativity and innovation. As a community leader, we value, empower, and respect all people. Join the millions who love rock & roll as much as you do. Visit us in Cleveland, Ohio or at rockhall.com and follow us @rockhall on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X, or @rockandrollhalloffame on Facebook.
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