<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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Van Halen vs. Tone Loc: The Wild Story of How 'Jamie’s Cryin’ Was Sampled Without Permission 2024-08-08
The Story Behind The Who’s 'Behind Blue Eyes': Pete Townshend’s Confession and Roger Daltrey’s Heartbreak 2024-08-07
What Happened to Cinderella? The Band Behind 'Nobody’s Fool' and 3 Big Records Explained 2024-08-06
Suzanne Vega on 'Tom’s Diner': From Breakfast Inspiration to the Birth of the MP3 Format 2024-08-05
The Strange Inspiration Behind 'She’s a Beauty': Fee Waybill’s Wild Story 2024-08-03
How 'Danger Zone' Went From Desperation to Kenny Loggins’ Career-Defining Hit 2024-08-02
How Barry Gibb Went Undercover to Write 'Islands in the Stream' and Gave the Bee Gees a Comeback 2024-08-01
The Story Behind Golden Earring’s 'Radar Love': A Tragic Tale and the Ultimate Driving Anthem 2024-07-31
Revisiting July 1967’s Top 10 Chart: Beatles, Stones, and the Summer of Love’s Greatest Hits 2024-07-30
The Police’s 'Every Breath You Take': The Dark Story Behind the Most Played Song in History 2024-07-30
How AC/DC’s 'Big Balls' Went From Album Filler to a Laugh-Out-Loud Classic 2024-07-29
The Story Behind Journey’s Comeback: A 10-Year Hiatus, Steve Perry, and a #1 Hit 2024-07-27
The Rise and Fall of 'Mr. Jones': Why Counting Crows’ Adam Duritz Quit Music at Their Peak 2024-07-26
The Story of 'Ulterior Motives': The Lost 80s Song That Took 3 Years to Identify 2024-07-25
The Shocking Story of 'I Touch Myself': Written by Men, Sung by a Rock Icon, and Still Debated 2024-07-24
The Untold Drama Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Epic 'Sara': Stevie Nicks’ Most Personal Song 2024-07-23
The Surprising Link Between an X-Rated Film and Harry Nilsson’s Iconic 'Everybody’s Talkin’ 2024-07-22
The Comeback Story of Heart: From 70s Rock Icons to 80s Chart-Toppers 2024-07-20
How Devo’s 'Whip It' Became an 80s Anthem Everyone Misunderstood for Decades 2024-07-19
The Incredible Story of 'Kung Fu Fighting': A Last-Minute B-Side That Sold 11 Million Copies 2024-07-18
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