1404 Episodes

  1. How Damn Yankees Created 'High Enough' and the Supergroup’s Surprising End

    Published: 11/4/2023
  2. The Story Behind Phil Collins and Philip Bailey's 1985 Hit 'Easy Lover'

    Published: 11/3/2023
  3. Interview with Mark Farner: The Story of Grand Funk Railroad's 'I’m Your Captain (Closer to Home)'

    Published: 11/2/2023
  4. How The Cure Balanced Doom and Pop with 'Friday I’m in Love'

    Published: 11/2/2023
  5. The Story Behind Stone Temple Pilots' 'Plush' and Its Mysterious Lyrics

    Published: 11/1/2023
  6. How Ray Parker Jr. Created the Iconic 'Ghostbusters' Theme Song

    Published: 10/31/2023
  7. Alan Parsons on 'Eye in the Sky' and His Role in Rock History with Pink Floyd and The Beatles

    Published: 10/30/2023
  8. How Blondie's 'Call Me' Became a #1 Smash and Defined the 1980s

    Published: 10/28/2023
  9. The Haunting Legacy of Jim Morrison and The Doors' 'Riders on the Storm'

    Published: 10/27/2023
  10. How Warrant’s 'Cherry Pie' Became a Glam Metal Anthem and a Genre’s Swan Song

    Published: 10/26/2023
  11. The Story Behind The Charlie Daniels Band's 'The Devil Went Down to Georgia'

    Published: 10/26/2023
  12. Interview with Paul Rodgers: The Story Behind Bad Company’s Iconic Song 'Bad Company'

    Published: 10/25/2023
  13. How Queen and David Bowie Created the Iconic Duet 'Under Pressure'

    Published: 10/24/2023
  14. JD Souther on Writing 'New Kid in Town' and the Eagles’ Rise to Legendary Status

    Published: 10/23/2023
  15. How Pink Floyd’s "Another Brick in the Wall" Became a Controversial #1 Hit ​​

    Published: 10/21/2023
  16. The Perfectionism Behind Steely Dan’s "Peg" and Its Legendary Backstory

    Published: 10/20/2023
  17. The Story Behind "Good Lovin’" by The Young Rascals

    Published: 10/19/2023
  18. Eric Clapton’s Emotional Journey Behind “Tears in Heaven”

    Published: 10/19/2023
  19. How a DJ Accidentally Saved The O’Jays with “Love Train”

    Published: 10/18/2023
  20. How the B-52s’ “Rock Lobster” Defined a Decade Early

    Published: 10/17/2023

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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.