1405 Episodes

  1. How The Zombies’ “Time of the Season” Became a Hit After They Broke Up

    Published: 13/04/2023

  2. How Boston’s Debut Album Overcame Rejection to Sell 17 Million Copies

    Published: 12/04/2023

  3. Interview with Dave Pirner: How “Runaway Train” Became a Hit and Helped Find Missing Kids

    Published: 11/04/2023

  4. How Foreigner’s “Juke Box Hero” Combined Two Stories Into an 80s Rock Anthem

    Published: 10/04/2023

  5. How A-ha’s “Take On Me” Overcame Failure to Become an 80s Classic

    Published: 8/04/2023

  6. How Fleetwood Mac’s “Everywhere” Emerged from the Chaos of Tango in the Night

    Published: 7/04/2023

  7. Steven Tyler Wrote “Dream On” at 14 – The Song That Almost Didn’t Happen

    Published: 6/04/2023

  8. Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1982 – Which Hit Stands the Test of Time?

    Published: 5/04/2023

  9. Interview with Steve Stevens: How Billy Idol’s “White Wedding” Became an MTV Classic

    Published: 4/04/2023

  10. Interview with Eric Burdon: How “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” Inspired Bruce Springsteen

    Published: 3/04/2023

  11. What Happened to Breathe? The Rise and Disappearance of an 80s Hit Machine

    Published: 1/04/2023

  12. How Eagles’ “Desperado” Became a Classic Without Ever Being a Hit Single

    Published: 31/03/2023

  13. How Thin Lizzy’s “The Boys Are Back in Town” Went from Deep Cut to Rock Anthem

    Published: 29/03/2023

  14. Why Lynyrd Skynyrd Had to Lock Their Producer Out to Record “Simple Man”

    Published: 28/03/2023

  15. How Warren Zevon’s Joke Song “Werewolves of London” Became His Only Hit

    Published: 27/03/2023

  16. How Led Zeppelin’s “Rock and Roll” Was Created by Accident and Became an Encore Anthem

    Published: 25/03/2023

  17. Banned Decades Later: The Story Behind The Zombies’ “She’s Not There”

    Published: 24/03/2023

  18. How Christopher Cross Made Grammy History With “Sailing” and Hid His Awards

    Published: 23/03/2023

  19. How Asia Turned a Country Tune Into 1982’s #1 Rock Hit “Heat of the Moment”

    Published: 22/03/2023

  20. The Story Behind the 1979 Sci-Fi Hit About a Robot Hooker That Topped the Charts

    Published: 21/03/2023

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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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