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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