<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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The Tragic Story of 'Bittersweet Symphony': How Richard Ashcroft Lost Everything 2024-08-21
Exclusive Interview: How The Association Created 'Windy' and Other Forgotten Classics 2024-08-20
How Mazzy Star’s 'Fade Into You' Became a Hit They Never Wanted—and Why They Vanished 2024-08-19
The Truth Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s 'Sweet Home Alabama' and Their Alleged Feud With Neil Young 2024-08-17
The Tragic Undertones of 'Don’t Stop Me Now': How Queen’s Hit Reflects Freddie Mercury’s Life 2024-08-16
Exclusive Interview: How The Monkees’ 'Last Train to Clarksville' Hid a Protest Message and Hit #1 2024-08-15
How Toto Became Rock’s Ultimate Underdogs and Refused Rolling Stone’s Spotlight 2024-08-14
Exclusive Interview: Derek Holt on Writing 'I Love You' and Finally Performing It 30 Years Later 2024-08-13
The Story Behind John Denver’s 'Annie’s Song': A Love Song That Couldn’t Save His Marriage 2024-08-12
The Top 5 '2 Hit Wonders' of the 80s: Stories of Fame, Drama, and Surprising Cameos 2024-08-10
Exclusive Interview With Huey Lewis: The Stories Behind 'Hip to Be Square' and His 80s Reign 2024-08-09
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
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