1388 Episodes

  1. 3 Haunting 80s Cult Classics – The Cure, The B-52s & The Blue Nile

    Published: 8/10/2021

  2. How The Rolling Stones’ Paint It, Black Marked a Turning Point for the Band

    Published: 8/7/2021

  3. Glass Tiger on Don’t Forget Me (When I’m Gone) – Their 1986 Smash with Bryan Adams

    Published: 8/6/2021

  4. How The Smiths’ How Soon Is Now? Evolved from a B-Side into an 80s Anthem

    Published: 8/5/2021

  5. Stephen Bishop on the Story Behind On and On – A 70s Yacht Rock Classic

    Published: 7/24/2021

  6. Lzzy Hale on Halestorm’s Love Bites (So Do I), Hitting #1, and Winning a Grammy

    Published: 7/22/2021

  7. Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music’s Influence on New Wave – His Top 5 Songs

    Published: 7/20/2021

  8. Terry “Buzzy” Johnson on The Flamingos’ I Only Have Eyes for You – A Timeless Oldies Classic

    Published: 7/16/2021

  9. Stephen Pearcy on RATT’s Round and Round – The 80s Rock Hit That Deserved #1

    Published: 7/15/2021

  10. How The Police’s Roxanne Turned a Parisian Night into a Rock Classic

    Published: 7/10/2021

  11. Johnny Rivers & Jack Tempchin on Swayin’ to the Music (Slow Dancing) – A 70s Soft Rock Classic

    Published: 7/8/2021

  12. The Story Behind Norman Greenbaum’s Spirit in the Sky – The Ultimate 70s One-Hit Wonder

    Published: 7/3/2021

  13. How Angus Young & Bon Scott Created Highway to Hell – The Blueprint for AC/DC’s Future

    Published: 6/30/2021

  14. Nick Hexum on 311’s Down – The 90s Alternative Anthem That Defined a Generation

    Published: 6/26/2021

  15. Brian Wilson on God Only Knows – The Masterpiece of Pet Sounds

    Published: 6/24/2021

  16. Cindy Wilson on The B-52s’ Roam – The Hit That Defined the Turn of a Decade

    Published: 6/23/2021

  17. Better Than Ezra on Good – The 90s Alternative Anthem That Took Over Rock Radio

    Published: 6/21/2021

  18. The Unlikely Inspiration Behind Dire Straits’ Sultans of Swing

    Published: 6/16/2021

  19. The Top 5 Rock Songs for Father’s Day – Celebrating the Father-Child Bond

    Published: 6/15/2021

  20. Andrew Farriss on Creating INXS’s Kick – The 1987 Album That Defined a Generation

    Published: 6/14/2021

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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.