Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1404 Episodes
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Carole King’s Shy Debut: How James Taylor Turned Her Song Into a #1 Smash
Published: 4/07/2024 -
How a Shocking Encounter Inspired Hall & Oates’ #1 Hit Maneater
Published: 3/07/2024 -
How Eagles Fought Back After Their Label Edited Best of My Love Without Permission
Published: 2/07/2024 -
Old Time Rock and Roll: The Classic Hit Bob Seger Never Expected to Succeed
Published: 1/07/2024 -
How a Lawsuit and an 8-Year Wait Couldn't Stop Boston from Returning to #1
Published: 29/06/2024 -
Blue Öyster Cult's Don't Fear the Reaper: The Spiritual Song Misunderstood as Satanic
Published: 28/06/2024 -
Lionel Richie’s All Night Long: The Crazy Stories Behind This Iconic #1 Hit
Published: 27/06/2024 -
How The Boys of Summer Became a #1 Hit After Tom Petty Rejected It
Published: 26/06/2024 -
Eric Burdon Reveals the Truth About Spill the Wine—And Its Risqué Origins
Published: 25/06/2024 -
The Shocking Story Behind The End: Jim Morrison’s Most Controversial Performance
Published: 24/06/2024 -
American Pie: The Song That Brings Generations to Tears, Explained by Don McLean
Published: 22/06/2024 -
The Life-Changing Decision of John Deacon: Leaving Queen at 25
Published: 21/06/2024 -
Peter Gabriel Leaves Genesis, Finds Himself, and Writes His Defining Song Solsbury Hill
Published: 20/06/2024 -
Disney Tried to Stop Kenny Loggins’ House at Pooh Corner—But Fate Had Other Plans
Published: 19/06/2024 -
George Harrison’s My Sweet Lord: The #1 Hit That Sparked Rock’s Most Infamous Lawsuit
Published: 18/06/2024 -
The Most Mysterious Song on the Internet: Millions Love It, But Nobody Knows Its Name
Published: 17/06/2024 -
Quiet Riot’s Iconic Hits and the Interview That Ended It All
Published: 15/06/2024 -
The 1985 Song That Defined a Generation: Dire Straits’ Brothers in Arms
Published: 14/06/2024 -
Forced to Write “One More Song,” Springsteen Delivered a Global Smash
Published: 14/06/2024 -
How Rod Stewart’s Maggie May Saved His Career and Made Him a Star
Published: 13/06/2024
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.
