<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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Graham Nash on Betting $500 to Write a Hit and the Story of "Our House" ​​ 2023-11-08
Sammy Hagar on Writing "I Can’t Drive 55" and Its Accidental Protest Legacy 2023-11-07
How Justin Hayward Saved The Moody Blues with 'Nights in White Satin' 2023-11-06
How Damn Yankees Created 'High Enough' and the Supergroup’s Surprising End 2023-11-04
The Story Behind Phil Collins and Philip Bailey's 1985 Hit 'Easy Lover' 2023-11-03
Interview with Mark Farner: The Story of Grand Funk Railroad's 'I’m Your Captain (Closer to Home)' 2023-11-02
How The Cure Balanced Doom and Pop with 'Friday I’m in Love' 2023-11-02
The Story Behind Stone Temple Pilots' 'Plush' and Its Mysterious Lyrics 2023-11-01
How Ray Parker Jr. Created the Iconic 'Ghostbusters' Theme Song 2023-10-31
Alan Parsons on 'Eye in the Sky' and His Role in Rock History with Pink Floyd and The Beatles 2023-10-30
How Blondie's 'Call Me' Became a #1 Smash and Defined the 1980s 2023-10-28
The Haunting Legacy of Jim Morrison and The Doors' 'Riders on the Storm' 2023-10-27
How Warrant’s 'Cherry Pie' Became a Glam Metal Anthem and a Genre’s Swan Song 2023-10-26
The Story Behind The Charlie Daniels Band's 'The Devil Went Down to Georgia' 2023-10-26
Interview with Paul Rodgers: The Story Behind Bad Company’s Iconic Song 'Bad Company' 2023-10-25
How Queen and David Bowie Created the Iconic Duet 'Under Pressure' 2023-10-24
JD Souther on Writing 'New Kid in Town' and the Eagles’ Rise to Legendary Status 2023-10-23
How Pink Floyd’s "Another Brick in the Wall" Became a Controversial #1 Hit ​​ 2023-10-21
The Perfectionism Behind Steely Dan’s "Peg" and Its Legendary Backstory 2023-10-20
The Story Behind "Good Lovin’" by The Young Rascals 2023-10-19
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