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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- FROM THE VAULT: The 80s Classic 'Come On Eileen': Controversy, Claims of Theft, and an Unwilling Star 09.10.2025
- Rock’s Greatest Letdowns: The Stories Behind the Albums That Broke Fans’ Hearts 08.10.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: How Yes Revived Their Career with "Owner of a Lonely Heart"—A Song Written in the Bathroom 07.10.2025
- How a Made Up Word Became a Rock Classic: 1983’s Musical Mysteries 06.10.2025
- Rita Coolidge Claims “Layla” Was Stolen—Her Untold Side of Rock History 05.10.2025
- 90 Million Records and Never Toured! The Top 10 Most Unconventional Musical Feats 04.10.2025
- Sebastian Bach on the Iconic Note That Made “I Remember You” a #1 Hit 03.10.2025
- How John Frusciante Saved “Californication” and Reclaimed His RHCP Legacy 02.10.2025
- Rock’s Greatest What-Ifs: AI Explores Unreal Rock Scenarios and Alternate Realities 01.10.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: Wang Chung on Turning Down Michael Jackson to Record Dance Hall Days 30.09.2025
- Catchiest 70s Jingles...Including One the CIA Used for Interrogation 29.09.2025
- #1 Band & Their Music Ruled the 70's, BUT Now The Genre's Been ERASED From Society 28.09.2025
- Fleetwood Mac, Mötley Crüe, and Rock’s Most Controversial Lyrics 27.09.2025
- He Claims the Eagles Copied His Hit... And His Clapback Is Rock ‘n’ Roll Genius 26.09.2025
- Legend QUIT HEDONISTIC Band to PLAY GUITAR for GOD & Created His MAGNUM OPUS! 26.09.2025
- Rock’s Most Iconic Concerts: Prince at the Super Bowl, Pink Floyd Reunited & More 24.09.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: How Cream’s "Sunshine of Your Love" Overcame Doubters to Become a Rock Classic 23.09.2025
- 1978’s Hidden Rock Classics: Queen, Journey, The Cars & Devo 22.09.2025
- How Foo Fighters Scrapped a $1M Album to Create “Times Like These” 21.09.2025
- Almost #1: The Iconic Female Hits of the ’70s That Deserved More 20.09.2025
