1380 Episodes

  1. FROM THE VAULT: Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s 1988 Hit “When It’s Love”

    Published: 5/28/2025

  2. 1983’s Greatest: Prince, Lionel Richie, and the Hook That Labels Didn’t Hear

    Published: 5/26/2025

  3. The Story Behind “Beds Are Burning” and the Protest Hidden in a 1987 Rock Anthem

    Published: 5/25/2025

  4. TV’s Most Iconic Themes: The Wild Backstories Behind the ’60s Greatest Intros

    Published: 5/24/2025

  5. Why “Things Can Only Get Better” Is Scientifically the Happiest Song Ever

    Published: 5/23/2025

  6. The Zombies’ “Time of the Season”: Hit After Breakup, Forgotten Then Reunited 50 Years Later

    Published: 5/22/2025

  7. Top 10 Guitar Solos of the ’80s: From Eddie Van Halen to Unexpected Legends

    Published: 5/21/2025

  8. Top 10 of ’76: Rock Anthems, Accidental Hits, and Freddie Mercury’s Masterpiece

    Published: 5/19/2025

  9. “Ten Years Gone”: The Zeppelin Masterpiece Too Complex for the Stage

    Published: 5/18/2025

  10. 5 Rock Career Killers: How One Interview Ended Quiet Riot’s Reign

    Published: 5/17/2025

  11. The Story Behind “Rocky Mountain Way” and Its Untouchable Bass Line

    Published: 5/16/2025

  12. How a German Song Became an ’80s Classic in English

    Published: 5/15/2025

  13. Sex, Fire, and Spray Paint: Untold Stories of '70s Album Covers

    Published: 5/14/2025

  14. From Laughable to Legendary: The Wild Stories Behind Rock’s Unlikely Classics

    Published: 5/13/2025

  15. Van Halen’s 5 Greatest Deep Cuts—and the Wild Stories Behind Them

    Published: 5/12/2025

  16. How Improv Created Rock Legends—From Bon Scott to a Kid in the Studio

    Published: 5/11/2025

  17. 1970’s Top 10 Showdown: Beatles, Jackson 5, and a Legendary One-Hit Wonder

    Published: 5/10/2025

  18. Shawn Colvin’s “Sunny Came Home”: The Dark Story Behind Her Grammy-Winning Hit

    Published: 5/9/2025

  19. How “She Sells Sanctuary” Made The Cult Legends—Fights, Theft, and a Violin Bow

    Published: 5/8/2025

  20. The Stories Behind Iconic Girl-Named Songs: From “Brandy” to “Beth”

    Published: 5/7/2025

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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.