1388 Episodes

  1. How "Walk Like an Egyptian" Broke Up The Bangles

    Published: 11/9/2023
  2. Graham Nash on Betting $500 to Write a Hit and the Story of "Our House" ​​

    Published: 11/8/2023
  3. Sammy Hagar on Writing "I Can’t Drive 55" and Its Accidental Protest Legacy

    Published: 11/7/2023
  4. How Justin Hayward Saved The Moody Blues with 'Nights in White Satin'

    Published: 11/6/2023
  5. How Damn Yankees Created 'High Enough' and the Supergroup’s Surprising End

    Published: 11/4/2023
  6. The Story Behind Phil Collins and Philip Bailey's 1985 Hit 'Easy Lover'

    Published: 11/3/2023
  7. Interview with Mark Farner: The Story of Grand Funk Railroad's 'I’m Your Captain (Closer to Home)'

    Published: 11/2/2023
  8. How The Cure Balanced Doom and Pop with 'Friday I’m in Love'

    Published: 11/2/2023
  9. The Story Behind Stone Temple Pilots' 'Plush' and Its Mysterious Lyrics

    Published: 11/1/2023
  10. How Ray Parker Jr. Created the Iconic 'Ghostbusters' Theme Song

    Published: 10/31/2023
  11. Alan Parsons on 'Eye in the Sky' and His Role in Rock History with Pink Floyd and The Beatles

    Published: 10/30/2023
  12. How Blondie's 'Call Me' Became a #1 Smash and Defined the 1980s

    Published: 10/28/2023
  13. The Haunting Legacy of Jim Morrison and The Doors' 'Riders on the Storm'

    Published: 10/27/2023
  14. How Warrant’s 'Cherry Pie' Became a Glam Metal Anthem and a Genre’s Swan Song

    Published: 10/26/2023
  15. The Story Behind The Charlie Daniels Band's 'The Devil Went Down to Georgia'

    Published: 10/26/2023
  16. Interview with Paul Rodgers: The Story Behind Bad Company’s Iconic Song 'Bad Company'

    Published: 10/25/2023
  17. How Queen and David Bowie Created the Iconic Duet 'Under Pressure'

    Published: 10/24/2023
  18. JD Souther on Writing 'New Kid in Town' and the Eagles’ Rise to Legendary Status

    Published: 10/23/2023
  19. How Pink Floyd’s "Another Brick in the Wall" Became a Controversial #1 Hit ​​

    Published: 10/21/2023
  20. The Perfectionism Behind Steely Dan’s "Peg" and Its Legendary Backstory

    Published: 10/20/2023

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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.