<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 Elton John’s Tiny Dancer – A 70s Classic with Infamously Misheard Lyrics 2021-08-28
The Story Behind The Beatles’ Hey Jude – A 7-Minute Anthem for Julian Lennon 2021-08-26
Lionel Richie’s Incredible Run of #1 Hits – His Top 5 Songs Solo & with the Commodores 2021-08-24
How Def Leppard Defied the Odds to Create Hysteria – An 80s Rock Masterpiece 2021-08-20
Art Alexakis on Writing Everclear’s Wonderful and Its Deep Personal Meaning 2021-08-19
Steve Winwood’s Legendary Career – From Spencer Davis Group to Solo Stardom 2021-08-17
The Story Behind The Doors’ Light My Fire – A 60s Classic That Still Burns Bright 2021-08-16
How Van Halen Overcame the Sophomore Jinx with Van Halen II 2021-08-14
Nu Shooz on Creating I Can’t Wait – The 80s Dance Hit That Took Over the Charts 2021-08-13
Burton Cummings on The Guess Who’s These Eyes – A 60s Classic with a Lasting Legacy 2021-08-11
3 Haunting 80s Cult Classics – The Cure, The B-52s & The Blue Nile 2021-08-10
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
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