<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 The Rolling Stones’ Paint It, Black Marked a Turning Point for the Band 2021-08-07
Glass Tiger on Don’t Forget Me (When I’m Gone) – Their 1986 Smash with Bryan Adams 2021-08-06
How The Smiths’ How Soon Is Now? Evolved from a B-Side into an 80s Anthem 2021-08-05
Stephen Bishop on the Story Behind On and On – A 70s Yacht Rock Classic 2021-07-24
Lzzy Hale on Halestorm’s Love Bites (So Do I), Hitting #1, and Winning a Grammy 2021-07-22
Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music’s Influence on New Wave – His Top 5 Songs 2021-07-20
Terry “Buzzy” Johnson on The Flamingos’ I Only Have Eyes for You – A Timeless Oldies Classic 2021-07-16
Stephen Pearcy on RATT’s Round and Round – The 80s Rock Hit That Deserved #1 2021-07-15
How The Police’s Roxanne Turned a Parisian Night into a Rock Classic 2021-07-10
Johnny Rivers & Jack Tempchin on Swayin’ to the Music (Slow Dancing) – A 70s Soft Rock Classic 2021-07-08
The Story Behind Norman Greenbaum’s Spirit in the Sky – The Ultimate 70s One-Hit Wonder 2021-07-03
How Angus Young & Bon Scott Created Highway to Hell – The Blueprint for AC/DC’s Future 2021-06-30
Nick Hexum on 311’s Down – The 90s Alternative Anthem That Defined a Generation 2021-06-26
Brian Wilson on God Only Knows – The Masterpiece of Pet Sounds 2021-06-24
Cindy Wilson on The B-52s’ Roam – The Hit That Defined the Turn of a Decade 2021-06-23
Better Than Ezra on Good – The 90s Alternative Anthem That Took Over Rock Radio 2021-06-21
The Unlikely Inspiration Behind Dire Straits’ Sultans of Swing 2021-06-16
The Top 5 Rock Songs for Father’s Day – Celebrating the Father-Child Bond 2021-06-15
Andrew Farriss on Creating INXS’s Kick – The 1987 Album That Defined a Generation 2021-06-14
Aaron Bruno on AWOLNATION’s Sail – The 2011 Rock Hit That Shattered Records 2021-06-12
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