Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1388 Episodes
-
How the Mamas and the Papas’ 'Monday Monday' Was Recorded in the Wrong Key and Still Hit #1
Published: 8/22/2024 -
The Tragic Story of 'Bittersweet Symphony': How Richard Ashcroft Lost Everything
Published: 8/21/2024 -
Exclusive Interview: How The Association Created 'Windy' and Other Forgotten Classics
Published: 8/20/2024 -
How Mazzy Star’s 'Fade Into You' Became a Hit They Never Wanted—and Why They Vanished
Published: 8/19/2024 -
The Truth Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s 'Sweet Home Alabama' and Their Alleged Feud With Neil Young
Published: 8/17/2024 -
The Tragic Undertones of 'Don’t Stop Me Now': How Queen’s Hit Reflects Freddie Mercury’s Life
Published: 8/16/2024 -
Exclusive Interview: How The Monkees’ 'Last Train to Clarksville' Hid a Protest Message and Hit #1
Published: 8/15/2024 -
How Toto Became Rock’s Ultimate Underdogs and Refused Rolling Stone’s Spotlight
Published: 8/14/2024 -
Exclusive Interview: Derek Holt on Writing 'I Love You' and Finally Performing It 30 Years Later
Published: 8/13/2024 -
The Story Behind John Denver’s 'Annie’s Song': A Love Song That Couldn’t Save His Marriage
Published: 8/12/2024 -
The Top 5 '2 Hit Wonders' of the 80s: Stories of Fame, Drama, and Surprising Cameos
Published: 8/10/2024 -
Exclusive Interview With Huey Lewis: The Stories Behind 'Hip to Be Square' and His 80s Reign
Published: 8/9/2024 -
Van Halen vs. Tone Loc: The Wild Story of How 'Jamie’s Cryin’ Was Sampled Without Permission
Published: 8/8/2024 -
The Story Behind The Who’s 'Behind Blue Eyes': Pete Townshend’s Confession and Roger Daltrey’s Heartbreak
Published: 8/7/2024 -
What Happened to Cinderella? The Band Behind 'Nobody’s Fool' and 3 Big Records Explained
Published: 8/6/2024 -
Suzanne Vega on 'Tom’s Diner': From Breakfast Inspiration to the Birth of the MP3 Format
Published: 8/5/2024 -
The Strange Inspiration Behind 'She’s a Beauty': Fee Waybill’s Wild Story
Published: 8/3/2024 -
How 'Danger Zone' Went From Desperation to Kenny Loggins’ Career-Defining Hit
Published: 8/2/2024 -
How Barry Gibb Went Undercover to Write 'Islands in the Stream' and Gave the Bee Gees a Comeback
Published: 8/1/2024 -
The Story Behind Golden Earring’s 'Radar Love': A Tragic Tale and the Ultimate Driving Anthem
Published: 7/31/2024
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.
