<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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Did the Beatles Invent Heavy Metal with Helter Skelter? The Story Behind the Song 2023-12-18
How Three Dog Night Turned Harry Nilsson’s "One" into a Timeless Classic 2023-12-16
Why Rush’s "Limelight" Is One of Rock’s Greatest Compositions 2023-12-15
David Gates’ Journey from Soft Rock Icon to a Life Out of the Spotlight 2023-12-14
From Rock Bottom to Radio Dominance: Aerosmith’s Iconic Comeback 2023-12-13
The Story Behind Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire: A History Lesson in a Song 2023-12-12
When Paul Rodgers Teamed Up with Jimmy Page for The Firm’s Radioactive 2023-12-11
How Creedence Clearwater Revival Outsold The Beatles with Fortunate Son in 1969 2023-12-10
The Enigma of Question Mark and the #1 Hit 96 Tears 2023-12-09
How Prince Took Back "Kiss" and Turned It Into a Funky #1 Hit 2023-12-08
Kiss and the Ballad They Didn’t Want: The Saga of "Beth" 2023-12-07
Interview with Stephen Bishop: The Stories Behind "Separate Lives" and "It Might Be You" 2023-12-06
The Iconic Bagpipes and Bon Scott: The Story Behind AC/DC’s "It’s a Long Way to the Top" 2023-12-05
How Wham! Created the Holiday Classic "Last Christmas" Amid a Charity Challenge 2023-12-04
How a Mistake Made Loverboy’s "Working for the Weekend" a Rock Anthem 2023-12-03
Led Zeppelin’s "Fool in the Rain": The Band’s Final Gamble 2023-12-02
"Tainted Love" and the British Invasion of the 80s: Soft Cell’s Iconic Hit 2023-12-01
The Story Behind Simon & Garfunkel's Iconic Hit "Mrs. Robinson" 2023-12-01
Interview: Dennis DeYoung on His Solo Hit "Desert Moon" and the End of Styx 2023-11-30
Revisiting 1982’s Top 10 Rock Songs and Their Legacy 2023-11-30
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