1388 Episodes

  1. How Jerry Cantrell Honored His Father with Alice in Chains’ Rooster

    Published: 12/8/2021

  2. How Eddie Van Halen Used a Pawn Shop Keyboard to Create And the Cradle Will Rock

    Published: 12/4/2021

  3. The Legacy of John Mellencamp – His Top 5 Songs and Impact on America

    Published: 11/30/2021

  4. The Wild Story Behind Tom Petty’s Don’t Come Around Here No More – 80s Rock Drama Unfolds

    Published: 11/29/2021

  5. The Story Behind Led Zeppelin’s Black Dog – A 70s Rock Masterpiece

    Published: 11/27/2021

  6. Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1987 – A Battle of Rock vs. Pop

    Published: 11/26/2021

  7. Inside Yusuf / Cat Stevens’ Teaser and the Firecat Super Deluxe Edition

    Published: 11/25/2021

  8. The Darkness on Queen’s Influence and the Story Behind I Believe in a Thing Called Love

    Published: 11/24/2021

  9. How Chris Cornell Honored Andrew Wood with Say Hello 2 Heaven and Temple of the Dog

    Published: 11/22/2021

  10. The Story Behind Queensrÿche’s Silent Lucidity – A 90s Metal Masterpiece

    Published: 11/20/2021

  11. Ted Nugent on Writing Cat Scratch Fever and His Rock & Roll Influences

    Published: 11/17/2021

  12. Cy Curnin on The Fixx’s One Thing Leads to Another – An 80s Classic That Predicted the Future

    Published: 11/16/2021

  13. How R.E.M.’s Losing My Religion Became an Unlikely 90s Anthem

    Published: 11/15/2021

  14. Pete Rivera on the Story Behind Rare Earth’s I Just Want to Celebrate

    Published: 11/12/2021

  15. Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1966 – One of Music’s Greatest Years

    Published: 11/10/2021

  16. Jess Harnell on Rock Sugar, Voice Acting, and Reimagining Classic Rock Hits

    Published: 11/9/2021

  17. How “Weird Al” Yankovic Conquered 80s Radio with an Accordion and Parody Genius

    Published: 11/4/2021

  18. Jerry Casale on Devo’s Groundbreaking SNL Performance and New Wave Legacy

    Published: 11/3/2021

  19. Glen Phillips on Toad the Wet Sprocket’s All I Want and Their Unlikely Rise

    Published: 11/2/2021

  20. How Iron Maiden’s The Trooper Redefined Heavy Metal

    Published: 11/1/2021

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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.