1377 Episoder

  1. Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1986 – Which Hits Have Stood the Test of Time?

    Publisert: 14.12.2024
  2. How a One-Night Stand Inspired a 70s Classic

    Publisert: 14.12.2024
  3. How Toto’s “Africa” Became the Most Overplayed Yet Impossible-to-Hate Song

    Publisert: 13.12.2024
  4. 5 Bad Songs by Great Artists – When Legends Missed the Mark

    Publisert: 12.12.2024
  5. How a Botched Lyric Turned “Blinded by the Light” Into Rock’s Funniest Misheard Song

    Publisert: 11.12.2024
  6. Interview with Eric Burdon: The Mystery Behind “House of the Rising Sun” and Its Unknown Origins

    Publisert: 10.12.2024
  7. How Joan Jett Turned a Rejected B-Side Into “I Love Rock ‘n Roll” – A #1 Smash Hit

    Publisert: 9.12.2024
  8. How Gregg Allman’s Late-Night Break-In Led to the Creation of “Midnight Rider”

    Publisert: 9.12.2024
  9. The Most Iconic Opening Lyrics in Rock – Stories Behind the Lines That Hooked Us

    Publisert: 7.12.2024
  10. How Boston’s Leaked Demo of “Amanda” Became a Surprise #1 Hit After an 8-Year Hiatus

    Publisert: 6.12.2024
  11. The Top 5 Hit Resurrections – Songs That Topped the Charts Twice

    Publisert: 5.12.2024
  12. Interview with 3 Doors Down: How “Kryptonite” Went from a High School Math Class to #1

    Publisert: 4.12.2024
  13. Interview with Lamont Dozier & Duke Fakir: How The Four Tops Turned “I Can’t Help Myself” Into Another Hit

    Publisert: 3.12.2024
  14. How ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” Became the Happiest Song Ever – And the Hit They Almost Delayed

    Publisert: 2.12.2024
  15. How This “Soft Rock” Band Secretly Rocked Harder Than Most 70s Legends

    Publisert: 30.11.2024
  16. How a Joke Song Meant to Mock Prog Rock Became an Accidental Classic

    Publisert: 29.11.2024
  17. What the HELL-This is Being CENSORED For a PROFANITY That Was ACTUALLY BLEEPED OUT-Professor of Rock

    Publisert: 28.11.2024
  18. Interview with Kevin Cronin: How REO Speedwagon’s “I Can’t Fight This Feeling” Took 10 Years to Finish

    Publisert: 27.11.2024
  19. The Legend Who Created the Blueprint for Rock Singers – But Still Isn’t in the Rock Hall

    Publisert: 27.11.2024
  20. Interview with Freddy Curci: How He Set a World Record with the Longest Note on a #1 Hit

    Publisert: 26.11.2024

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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.

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