1431 Episodo

  1. How Judas Priest’s 'Living After Midnight' Began as a Joke and Became a Metal Classic

    Publicado: 24/8/2024
  2. How Phil Collins Took a Risk With 'Another Day in Paradise'—And It Became a #1 Hit

    Publicado: 24/8/2024
  3. How the Scorpions’ 'Rock You Like a Hurricane' Almost Had an F-Bomb in the Chorus

    Publicado: 23/8/2024
  4. How the Mamas and the Papas’ 'Monday Monday' Was Recorded in the Wrong Key and Still Hit #1

    Publicado: 22/8/2024
  5. The Tragic Story of 'Bittersweet Symphony': How Richard Ashcroft Lost Everything

    Publicado: 21/8/2024
  6. Exclusive Interview: How The Association Created 'Windy' and Other Forgotten Classics

    Publicado: 20/8/2024
  7. How Mazzy Star’s 'Fade Into You' Became a Hit They Never Wanted—and Why They Vanished

    Publicado: 19/8/2024
  8. The Truth Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s 'Sweet Home Alabama' and Their Alleged Feud With Neil Young

    Publicado: 17/8/2024
  9. The Tragic Undertones of 'Don’t Stop Me Now': How Queen’s Hit Reflects Freddie Mercury’s Life

    Publicado: 16/8/2024
  10. Exclusive Interview: How The Monkees’ 'Last Train to Clarksville' Hid a Protest Message and Hit #1

    Publicado: 15/8/2024
  11. How Toto Became Rock’s Ultimate Underdogs and Refused Rolling Stone’s Spotlight

    Publicado: 14/8/2024
  12. Exclusive Interview: Derek Holt on Writing 'I Love You' and Finally Performing It 30 Years Later

    Publicado: 13/8/2024
  13. The Story Behind John Denver’s 'Annie’s Song': A Love Song That Couldn’t Save His Marriage

    Publicado: 12/8/2024
  14. The Top 5 '2 Hit Wonders' of the 80s: Stories of Fame, Drama, and Surprising Cameos

    Publicado: 10/8/2024
  15. Exclusive Interview With Huey Lewis: The Stories Behind 'Hip to Be Square' and His 80s Reign

    Publicado: 9/8/2024
  16. Van Halen vs. Tone Loc: The Wild Story of How 'Jamie’s Cryin’ Was Sampled Without Permission

    Publicado: 8/8/2024
  17. The Story Behind The Who’s 'Behind Blue Eyes': Pete Townshend’s Confession and Roger Daltrey’s Heartbreak

    Publicado: 7/8/2024
  18. What Happened to Cinderella? The Band Behind 'Nobody’s Fool' and 3 Big Records Explained

    Publicado: 6/8/2024
  19. Suzanne Vega on 'Tom’s Diner': From Breakfast Inspiration to the Birth of the MP3 Format

    Publicado: 5/8/2024
  20. The Strange Inspiration Behind 'She’s a Beauty': Fee Waybill’s Wild Story

    Publicado: 3/8/2024

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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.

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