<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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How John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band’s 'On the Dark Side' Became a Hit After a Movie Flop 2024-09-11
Exclusive Interview With Sting: The Only Artist With Two Songs in the 10 Most Played Ever 2024-09-10
The Untold Stories Behind the Eagles’ Greatest Hits and Their Dramatic Breakup 2024-09-09
Celebrating the Top 10 One-Hit Wonders of the 70s With Stories From the Artists Who Lived Them 2024-09-07
How a Shy Donald Fagen Hit on His Professor’s Pregnant Wife and Turned It Into Steely Dan's 70s Hit 2024-09-06
How Corey Hart’s 'Sunglasses at Night' Made Him a Star—And Why He’s No One-Hit Wonder 2024-09-05
Exclusive Interviews With Crosby, Stills & Nash: The Story Behind 'Suite: Judy Blue Eyes' 2024-09-04
Exclusive Neal Schon Interview: The Untold Story Behind Journey’s 'Any Way You Want It' 2024-09-04
The Shocking Truth Behind 'Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini': Fraud Exposed After 50 Years 2024-09-03
The Story Behind The Cure’s 'Just Like Heaven': A Near-Tragedy That Created Musical Perfection 2024-09-02
The Story Behind Stevie Nicks’ 'Stand Back': Inspired by Prince and a Wedding Night Detour 2024-08-31
Recounting the Top 10 Songs of 1988: The Best, the Worst, and Their Lasting Legacy 2024-08-30
Falco’s 'Rock Me Amadeus': The Misheard Lyric That Turned Into a Global Phenomenon 2024-08-29
Exclusive Interview: Rita Coolidge Reveals How 'Layla' Was Stolen From Her 2024-08-28
The Story of 'Zombie': The Cranberries’ Powerful Anthem That Became a Timeless #1 2024-08-27
How Michael McDonald’s 'I Keep Forgetting' Became a Rap Hit Decades Later With Warren G 2024-08-26
How Judas Priest’s 'Living After Midnight' Began as a Joke and Became a Metal Classic 2024-08-24
How Phil Collins Took a Risk With 'Another Day in Paradise'—And It Became a #1 Hit 2024-08-24
How the Scorpions’ 'Rock You Like a Hurricane' Almost Had an F-Bomb in the Chorus 2024-08-23
How the Mamas and the Papas’ 'Monday Monday' Was Recorded in the Wrong Key and Still Hit #1 2024-08-22
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