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Buck Johnson has been playing and singing since a very young age, and this experience shows in this interview as Buck takes us through his amazing career to date. We cover everything from Aerosmith’s farewell tour, to Buck’s production career, working with a range of true greats and his solo work. Lots to enjoy in this one.
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Discussion topics covered during the show (links will open in new tab):
Aerosmith tour on hiatus
Buck’s childhood immersion in music and performance
Developing an interest in the piano
Timeless advice from Mrs Gillespie
Moving to LA and the music business as an adult
Buck with Tal Bachman – She’s So High
Working with John Waite
Buck with Brother Cane
A sudden trip to Istanbul: getting the call to join Aerosmith
Buck and Steven Tyler in action – Cryin’
The amazing Bruce Hendrix
Buck and Aerosmith – Lord of the Thighs
Buck with The Joe Perry Project – Lick and a Promise
Buck with The Joe Perry Project – Reefer Headed Woman
Buck with Hollywood Vampires – The Boogie Man Surprise
Buck’s keyboard rig for Aerosmith vs Hollywood Vampires and Joe Perry
Developing a love for the Hammond B3
The amazing Bill Mason
Working with the Doobie Brothers, Matthew Sweet, Shawn Mullins, The Thorns, John Waite
The Thorns Live at Rockpalast 2003
Buck with Whisky Falls – Last Train Running
Buck as co-writer has a song picked up by Carlos Santana – Just Feel Better
Buck’s solo album – Enjoying the Ride
The brilliant Charlie Midnight
Buck’s upcoming album (and his Instagram for updates)
Desert Island Discs: Thank You for the Valley – Johnson Brothers Quartet, Tumbleweed Connection – Elton John, Help! – The Beatles, Physical Graffiti – Led Zeppelin, Toys in the Attic – Aerosmith, Who’s Next – The Who
Cover photo: Kat Benzova via Buck’s Instagram
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