1385 Episodes

  1. How Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” Changed Music Forever – Even the Beatles Took Notice

    Published: 11/11/2024

  2. Interview with Weird Al Yankovic: How Mark Knopfler Insisted on Playing in His Own Parody

    Published: 11/9/2024

  3. Interview with Tony Lewis: The Story Behind The Outfield’s “Your Love” – A Misunderstood 80s Classic

    Published: 11/8/2024

  4. The 3 Strangest Song Inspirations of the 80s – Featuring Tina Turner, Kate Bush & Cyndi Lauper

    Published: 11/7/2024

  5. Interview with Ann Wilson: How Heart Turned Industry Insults into “Barracuda”

    Published: 11/6/2024

  6. Interview with Elvis Costello: How Insomnia and Rivalry Sparked “Watching the Detectives”

    Published: 11/6/2024

  7. Red Red Wine': How a DJ's Mistake Turned UB40's Song Into a Chart-Topping Hit

    Published: 11/5/2024

  8. Why Bryan Adams Was Warned Against '(Everything I Do)': The Unexpected #1 Smash

    Published: 11/4/2024

  9. Crimson and Clover': Tommy James' Unfinished Demo That Changed Radio Forever

    Published: 11/2/2024

  10. When David Lee Roth Left Van Halen: The Rise of Sammy Hagar and Four #1 Hits

    Published: 11/2/2024

  11. The Story Behind Cream's 'White Room': A Poem Turned Heavy Metal Blueprint

    Published: 11/1/2024

  12. Why DJs Thought ‘Wooly Bully’ Was Dirty and How It Became a Cultural Phenomenon

    Published: 10/31/2024

  13. King of Wishful Thinking': Go West’s Accidental Hit From the Pretty Woman Soundtrack

    Published: 10/30/2024

  14. October 1976’s Top 10 Hits Ranked Today: Heart, Bee Gees, Chicago, and More

    Published: 10/29/2024

  15. Tempted' by Squeeze: The Bold Decision That Turned a Backup Singer Into a Star

    Published: 10/29/2024

  16. Daydream Believer': Davy Jones’ Struggles and the Song That Almost Wasn’t

    Published: 10/28/2024

  17. The 5 Most Overplayed Rock Songs (And the Underrated Gems to Replace Them)

    Published: 10/26/2024

  18. Refugee': How Tom Petty Took Down a Corrupt Record Label and Made a Rock Classic

    Published: 10/25/2024

  19. Time Stand Still': Rush’s Genre-Bending Collaboration with Aimee Mann

    Published: 10/24/2024

  20. How 'Mama, I’m Coming Home' Helped Ozzy Osbourne Rebuild His Life and Career

    Published: 10/23/2024

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The ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep dives into the songs that shaped our lives. This podcast uncovers how timeless tracks were made, the creative breakthroughs, the near-breakups, and the powerful moments that defined music history. Each episode is a masterclass in rock culture and nostalgia—whether it's a chart-topping ‘80s anthem, a one-hit wonder with a wild backstory, or a candid conversation with the legends themselves. Hear the Stories. Relive the Music. Only on Professor of Rock.