1388 Episodes

  1. How Depeche Mode Crafted the Synth-Pop Masterpiece Black Celebration

    Published: 1/14/2021
  2. The Byrds Tell the Psychedelic Story Behind “Eight Miles High”

    Published: 1/13/2021
  3. 5 Forgotten 80s Songs You Need to Revisit: Berlin, Bobby Brown, White Lion & More

    Published: 1/9/2021
  4. Sammy Hagar on Writing Van Halen’s Underrated 80s Gem “Best of Both Worlds” with Eddie Van Halen

    Published: 1/7/2021
  5. Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October on the Story Behind the 2006 Rock Hit “Hate Me”

    Published: 1/2/2021
  6. Top 5 Most Iconic Eyewear Looks of the Rock Era

    Published: 12/20/2020
  7. The Legacy of Charley Pride: Country Music Trailblazer and Icon

    Published: 12/17/2020
  8. The Making of Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite for Destruction: Axl, Slash & the Chaos Behind a Rock Masterpiece

    Published: 12/12/2020
  9. Yusuf / Cat Stevens on the Redemption and Legacy of Tea for the Tillerman and Mona Bone Jakon

    Published: 12/11/2020
  10. The Darkness on Creating “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” and Reviving Glam Rock for a New Generation

    Published: 12/10/2020
  11. How AC/DC Created “Thunderstruck”: Angus Young’s Riff, Brian Johnson’s Vocals, and the Legend Behind the Anthem

    Published: 12/9/2020
  12. U2 in the 90s: The Stories Behind 5 Bold Songs That Redefined Their Sound

    Published: 11/28/2020
  13. Bruce Springsteen’s Underrated 80s Gem That Became a Modern Relationship Standard

    Published: 11/27/2020
  14. Eric Burdon of The Animals on Creating the Folk Rock Classic “House of the Rising Sun”

    Published: 11/23/2020
  15. How the Bee Gees Rose from Collapse to Conquer the 70s: Top 5 Songs of the Gibb Brothers

    Published: 11/20/2020
  16. 5 Hidden Gems by The Cure You Need to Hear: Deep Cuts That Define Robert Smith's Genius

    Published: 11/18/2020
  17. Ann Wilson on the Origins of Heart and the Story Behind Their 70s Classic "Magic Man"

    Published: 11/14/2020
  18. How "Live to Tell" and "Papa Don’t Preach" Turned Madonna into a Serious Artist in 1986

    Published: 11/2/2020
  19. The Story Behind Toto’s Underrated Ballad “I Won’t Hold You Back” from TOTO IV

    Published: 10/24/2020
  20. Tribute Interview with Tony Lewis of The Outfield: The Voice Behind 80s Power Pop Classics

    Published: 10/22/2020

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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.