Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1388 Episodes
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How Jefferson Starship Reinvented Themselves with Jane – Inspired by Toto?
Published: 5/24/2022 -
The Haunting Story Behind Lullaby by The Cure – 80s Creepiest Song?
Published: 5/23/2022 -
How a Radio Ban Kept Howard Jones’ No One Is to Blame from Hitting #1
Published: 5/19/2022 -
Narada Michael Walden on Producing Whitney Houston & Prince’s Legendary Basketball Skills
Published: 5/18/2022 -
Rupert Holmes on the Story Behind Him – The 80s Hit About Infidelity
Published: 5/13/2022 -
Wang Chung on Turning Down Michael Jackson to Record Dance Hall Days
Published: 5/11/2022 -
How Stevie Nicks’ Landslide Saved Her Career and Led to Fleetwood Mac
Published: 5/9/2022 -
Breaking Down the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1970
Published: 5/7/2022 -
Cy Curnin of The Fixx on the Chilling Relevance of Stand or Fall and Red Skies
Published: 5/4/2022 -
The Story Behind Donnie Iris’ Ah! Leah! – An 80s Classic That Endures
Published: 5/3/2022 -
How Nena’s 99 Luftballons Became an Unlikely Cold War Anthem
Published: 5/2/2022 -
How George Harrison Inspired Led Zeppelin to Write The Rain Song
Published: 4/30/2022 -
Peter Cox of Go West on We Close Our Eyes and the Iconic 80s Bassline Connection
Published: 4/27/2022 -
Perry Farrell on the Wild Story Behind Jane’s Addiction’s Been Caught Stealing
Published: 4/26/2022 -
How Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Under the Bridge Became an Unlikely Anthem
Published: 4/25/2022 -
Breaking Down the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1983
Published: 4/23/2022 -
The Turbulent Story of Sweet and Their 70s Hit Ballroom Blitz
Published: 4/21/2022 -
Rush’s Moving Pictures at 40 – Breaking Down Their Landmark Album
Published: 4/19/2022 -
Andrew Farriss on Writing INXS’s Need You Tonight – A Hit Born in Chaos
Published: 4/18/2022 -
Top 5 Hidden Gem Songs from 80s Movies – Underrated Classics
Published: 4/13/2022
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.