<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 Story Behind 1987’s Haunting New Wave Power Ballad – Told by Its Singer & Songwriter 2021-05-01
Unboxing John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band – The Ultimate Collection & the Story Behind the Album 2021-04-30
Steven Tyler & Joe Perry on the Story Behind Aerosmith’s Sweet Emotion – Their 70s Breakout Hit 2021-04-29
Eddie Van Halen & Co. on Hot for Teacher, I’ll Wait, and the Genius of 1984 2021-04-28
Lou Gramm’s Powerful Voice – Celebrating Foreigner’s Underrated Rock Vocalist & His Top 5 Songs 2021-04-27
Revisiting the Top 5 Songs of 1984 – Ranking Them by All-Time Performance 2021-04-24
Unboxing The Who Sell Out Super Deluxe Edition & the Story Behind This 1967 Classic 2021-04-23
5 Forgotten 70s Hits to Rediscover – Featuring Artist Interviews & Hidden Gems 2021-04-22
Breaking Down Van Halen’s 1984 – How Eddie Van Halen & David Lee Roth Made a Rock Classic 2021-04-16
A Tribute to Casey Kasem – The Voice That Defined 70s & 80s Music 2021-04-13
Alan Parsons on The Alan Parsons Project – Its Connection to Dark Side of the Moon 2021-04-10
Patty Smyth on the Story Behind Scandal’s Goodbye to You – A 1982 New Wave Classic 2021-04-07
Elliot Lurie on Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) – The 1972 #1 Hit That Endures Across Generations 2021-04-05
Breaking Down Phil Collins’ No Jacket Required – The 1985 Album That Perfectly Balanced Rock & Pop 2021-04-03
The Lost Art of Greatest Hits Albums – Celebrating Music’s Ultimate Gateways 2021-03-30
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Record-Breaking #2 Hits – The Band That Never Hit #1 2021-03-27
The Top 5 Neil Diamond Songs – Celebrating a Rock & Pop Legend 2021-03-23
Breaking Down U2’s The Joshua Tree – The Iconic 80s Album That Almost Didn’t Happen 2021-03-22
Chris Robinson on The Black Crowes’ She Talks to Angels – The Blues Rock Revival of the 90s 2021-03-19
The Story Behind The Who’s Baba O’Riley – The 70s Rock Anthem That Almost Didn’t Happen 2021-03-18
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