1405 Episodes

  1. Robert Plant’s 'Ten Years Gone': The Heartbreaking Ultimatum That Led to a #1 Hit

    Published: 6/05/2023
  2. The Cult’s 'She Sells Sanctuary': The #1 Song That Divided Fans and Sparked Violence

    Published: 5/05/2023
  3. Robbie Dupree’s 'Steal Away': From Trucking to #1 – The Yacht Rock Classic That Almost Didn’t Happen

    Published: 4/05/2023
  4. Skid Row’s 'Youth Gone Wild': How a Rookie Band Surpassed Their Mentor, Bon Jovi

    Published: 3/05/2023
  5. Van Halen’s Hidden Gems: How Eddie’s Lightning-Fast Guitar Left Sammy Hagar Stunned

    Published: 2/05/2023
  6. Dead or Alive’s 'You Spin Me Round': From 80s Hit to Guinness Record and #1 Again 21 Years Later

    Published: 1/05/2023
  7. Queen’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody': How Freddie Mercury Leaked the Song That Became a #1 Hit

    Published: 29/04/2023
  8. The Grateful Dead’s 'Touch of Grey': The One Hit Wonder Who Played to 25 Million Fans

    Published: 28/04/2023
  9. Paul Young’s 'Every Time You Go Away': The #1 Hit with the Funniest Misheard Lyric

    Published: 27/04/2023
  10. Buffalo Springfield's 'For What It's Worth': The Supergroup That Didn't Know They Were One

    Published: 26/04/2023
  11. James Taylor’s 'Fire and Rain': The Desperate Prayer That Became a 70s Classic

    Published: 25/04/2023
  12. Motley Crue’s 'Home Sweet Home': The Epic Music Video MTV Had to Stop Playing

    Published: 24/04/2023
  13. AC/DC’s 'Moneytalks': The Biggest Hit They’ve Never Played Again

    Published: 22/04/2023
  14. Earth, Wind & Fire’s 'September': The Classic Written by a Struggling Songwriter on Food Stamps

    Published: 21/04/2023
  15. Adam Ant’s 'Goody Two Shoes': The 80s Classic Misunderstood as a Critique on Prudery

    Published: 20/04/2023
  16. Jackson Browne’s 'Somebody’s Baby': The Hit He Hated That Cost Him a #1

    Published: 19/04/2023
  17. Huey Lewis’ 'Do You Believe in Love': The Rookie Music Video He Couldn't Bear to Watch

    Published: 18/04/2023
  18. The Story of Jim Croce’s “Time in a Bottle” and Its Unexpected Rise to #1

    Published: 17/04/2023
  19. How Sting’s “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” Divided The Police

    Published: 15/04/2023
  20. How Bob Seger’s “Night Moves” Turned Heartbreak Into a Breakthrough Hit

    Published: 14/04/2023

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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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