<p>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.</p>
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FROM THE VAULT: 5 Forgotten 90s Songs Featuring Tonic, LIT, Sponge, Garbage, and More
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2025-06-02
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The ’70s Hit Randy Bachman Wrote as a Joke—That Hit #1 in 22 Countries
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2025-06-02
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Ranking the Greatest Classic Rock Songs of All Time: The Ultimate Showdown
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2025-06-01
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How “The Power of Love” Became a #1 Hit—and a Soundtrack Tragedy
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2025-05-31
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How Two Teens and a Cheap Synth Launched OMD into Pop History
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2025-05-30
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Men at Work Ruled the ’80s—Then Vanished. Colin Hay Explains Why
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2025-05-29
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Sex, Cheese, and Controversy: Ranking the 5 Most Ridiculous ’70s Songs
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2025-05-28
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FROM THE VAULT: Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s 1988 Hit “When It’s Love”
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2025-05-28
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1983’s Greatest: Prince, Lionel Richie, and the Hook That Labels Didn’t Hear
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2025-05-26
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The Story Behind “Beds Are Burning” and the Protest Hidden in a 1987 Rock Anthem
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2025-05-25
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TV’s Most Iconic Themes: The Wild Backstories Behind the ’60s Greatest Intros
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2025-05-24
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Why “Things Can Only Get Better” Is Scientifically the Happiest Song Ever
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2025-05-23
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The Zombies’ “Time of the Season”: Hit After Breakup, Forgotten Then Reunited 50 Years Later
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2025-05-22
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Top 10 Guitar Solos of the ’80s: From Eddie Van Halen to Unexpected Legends
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2025-05-21
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Top 10 of ’76: Rock Anthems, Accidental Hits, and Freddie Mercury’s Masterpiece
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2025-05-19
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“Ten Years Gone”: The Zeppelin Masterpiece Too Complex for the Stage
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2025-05-18
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5 Rock Career Killers: How One Interview Ended Quiet Riot’s Reign
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2025-05-17
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The Story Behind “Rocky Mountain Way” and Its Untouchable Bass Line
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2025-05-16
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How a German Song Became an ’80s Classic in English
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2025-05-15
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Sex, Fire, and Spray Paint: Untold Stories of '70s Album Covers
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2025-05-14
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