Professor of Rock
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.
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- How the Grateful Dead Became Rock's Biggest Live Act with Only One Hit 29.08.2025
- Revisiting the Top 10 of 1983: Def Leppard, The Police, Bonnie Tyler & More 29.08.2025
- From Wedding Singer to Metal Icon: The Rise of Sebastian Bach 28.08.2025
- Top Albums of 1984 – The Smiths, Prince, The Cars, and More Rock Legends 27.08.2025
- 1994 Countdown: Iconic Songs from Beck, Lisa Loeb, and Soundgarden 26.08.2025
- How Kiss Saved Their Career with “Forever” After 12 Years Without a Hit 25.08.2025
- Rock’s Greatest Rivalries: Band Feuds That Made History 24.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: Queen’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody': How Freddie Mercury Leaked the Song That Became a #1 Hit 23.08.2025
- How the Beach Boys Made One of the Greatest Songs Ever—And One of the Worst 22.08.2025
- Van Halen’s Wild Studio Stories: Forgotten Lyrics, Accidental Genius, and More 21.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: 5 Overlooked 80s New Wave Gems That Deserve More Recognition 20.08.2025
- Top 5 Haunting Female Vocal Performances of the ’70s: Donna Summer, Patti Smith & More 19.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: When The Beatles Took on The Who with “Helter Skelter” 18.08.2025
- Countdown: The Greatest Songs of 1961 Including Roy Orbison’s Vocal Masterpiece 17.08.2025
- When Ego Ruined Everything: Rock’s Most Infamous Self-Destruct Moments 16.08.2025
- The Story Behind Supertramp’s “The Logical Song” – A Classic Rock Masterpiece 15.08.2025
- How “Love Is a Battlefield” Was Rewritten and Became an ’80s Anthem 14.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 Hit 13.08.2025
- 7 Hilarious Non-Parody Rock Songs You Won’t Believe Aren’t Jokes 12.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: How George Harrison Inspired Led Zeppelin to Write The Rain Song 11.08.2025
