<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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Annie Lennox’s Top 5 Songs – The Distinct Voice of 80s New Wave & 90s Modern Rock 2021-05-25
Gary Clark on Mary’s Prayer – The Heartbreaking 80s Hidden Gem by Danny Wilson 2021-05-20
John Rzeznik on the Story Behind Goo Goo Dolls’ Name – The 90s Hit That Changed Everything 2021-05-19
How Tom Petty’s I Won’t Back Down Became a Defiant 80s Rock Anthem 2021-05-14
The 200-Year Evolution of Black Betty – How Ram Jam Turned a Folk Chant into a 70s Rock Classic 2021-05-12
The Rise of Bon Jovi – Their Top 5 Songs That Defined Rock & Resilience 2021-05-11
Perry Farrell on the Story Behind Jane’s Addiction’s Jane Says – An Alternative Rock Classic 2021-05-10
Steve Lukather & Joseph Williams on Toto’s Pamela – Their Last Big 80s Hit 2021-05-08
Nelson on the Story Behind Their 1990 #1 Hit (Can’t Live Without Your) Love and Affection 2021-05-06
How Depeche Mode’s Violator Took Over the Mainstream in 1990 2021-05-05
Mark Kendall on Great White’s 1989 Hit Once Bitten, Twice Shy – A Glam Metal Revival 2021-05-03
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
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