Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1402 Episodes
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FROM THE VAULT: The 70s Rock Anthem That Became the Most Requested Song of All Time!
Published: 19/09/2025 -
From Road Noise to Rock Radio: The Unbelievable Birth of a Classic Track
Published: 18/09/2025 -
1981’s Greatest Rock Songs You Never Heard on the Charts
Published: 17/09/2025 -
FROM THE VAULT: How Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” Became a #1 Hit Decades Later Thanks to Stranger Things
Published: 16/09/2025 -
The Best of the Rest: 8 Classic TV Themes We Missed the First Time
Published: 15/09/2025 -
Queen’s “Killer Queen”: The Song That Finally Made Them Famous
Published: 14/09/2025 -
When Rock Legends Messed Up and Made History — 7 Iconic Mistakes Turned Hits
Published: 13/09/2025 -
How JD Souther Helped Create the Eagles’ Smash “Heartache Tonight”
Published: 12/09/2025 -
How Pat Benatar’s “We Belong” Became One of the ’80s Most Enduring Anthems
Published: 11/09/2025 -
Top 10 One-Hit Wonder Solo Acts from Famous Bands
Published: 10/09/2025 -
10 Rock Classics from 1976 That Never Hit the Top 40
Published: 9/09/2025 -
How Loss and Heartbreak Shaped The Pretenders’ ’80s Classic “Back on the Chain Gang”
Published: 8/09/2025 -
Tiny Tim’s Onstage Death and Other Shocking Stories of Rock’s Worst Acts
Published: 7/09/2025 -
How “Bad to the Bone” Became a Pop Culture Anthem Without Hitting the Charts
Published: 6/09/2025 -
Chicago’s “Hard Habit to Break”: Bill Champlin on the Joke That Made a Classic
Published: 5/09/2025 -
Bon Jovi’s Anthem That Almost Got Away: The True Story of “Livin’ on a Prayer”
Published: 4/09/2025 -
Countdown: The 10 Most Iconic Rock Albums from Rock’s Greatest Year
Published: 3/09/2025 -
FROM THE VAULT: How Creedence Clearwater Revival Dominated Then Disappeared: The Story of "Have You Ever Seen the Rain"
Published: 2/09/2025 -
Songs You Know, Stories You Don’t: The Wild Truth Behind 4 Classic Hits
Published: 1/09/2025 -
Hold Me Now: How a Breakup Sparked the Thompson Twins’ Most Iconic Song
Published: 31/08/2025
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.
