1403 Episodes

  1. How a Shy Donald Fagen Hit on His Professor’s Pregnant Wife and Turned It Into Steely Dan's 70s Hit

    Published: 6/09/2024
  2. How Corey Hart’s 'Sunglasses at Night' Made Him a Star—And Why He’s No One-Hit Wonder

    Published: 5/09/2024
  3. Exclusive Interviews With Crosby, Stills & Nash: The Story Behind 'Suite: Judy Blue Eyes'

    Published: 4/09/2024
  4. Exclusive Neal Schon Interview: The Untold Story Behind Journey’s 'Any Way You Want It'

    Published: 4/09/2024
  5. The Shocking Truth Behind 'Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini': Fraud Exposed After 50 Years

    Published: 3/09/2024
  6. The Story Behind The Cure’s 'Just Like Heaven': A Near-Tragedy That Created Musical Perfection

    Published: 2/09/2024
  7. The Story Behind Stevie Nicks’ 'Stand Back': Inspired by Prince and a Wedding Night Detour

    Published: 31/08/2024
  8. Recounting the Top 10 Songs of 1988: The Best, the Worst, and Their Lasting Legacy

    Published: 30/08/2024
  9. Falco’s 'Rock Me Amadeus': The Misheard Lyric That Turned Into a Global Phenomenon

    Published: 29/08/2024
  10. Exclusive Interview: Rita Coolidge Reveals How 'Layla' Was Stolen From Her

    Published: 28/08/2024
  11. The Story of 'Zombie': The Cranberries’ Powerful Anthem That Became a Timeless #1

    Published: 27/08/2024
  12. How Michael McDonald’s 'I Keep Forgetting' Became a Rap Hit Decades Later With Warren G

    Published: 26/08/2024
  13. How Judas Priest’s 'Living After Midnight' Began as a Joke and Became a Metal Classic

    Published: 24/08/2024
  14. How Phil Collins Took a Risk With 'Another Day in Paradise'—And It Became a #1 Hit

    Published: 24/08/2024
  15. How the Scorpions’ 'Rock You Like a Hurricane' Almost Had an F-Bomb in the Chorus

    Published: 23/08/2024
  16. How the Mamas and the Papas’ 'Monday Monday' Was Recorded in the Wrong Key and Still Hit #1

    Published: 22/08/2024
  17. The Tragic Story of 'Bittersweet Symphony': How Richard Ashcroft Lost Everything

    Published: 21/08/2024
  18. Exclusive Interview: How The Association Created 'Windy' and Other Forgotten Classics

    Published: 20/08/2024
  19. How Mazzy Star’s 'Fade Into You' Became a Hit They Never Wanted—and Why They Vanished

    Published: 19/08/2024
  20. The Truth Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s 'Sweet Home Alabama' and Their Alleged Feud With Neil Young

    Published: 17/08/2024

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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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