Professor of Rock
En podkast av Gamut Podcast Network
1377 Episoder
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Interview with Johnny Rzeznik: How a Broken Guitar Led to Writing “Iris” and Saving His Career
Publisert: 26.11.2024 -
The Mystery of “Eleanor Rigby” – Paul McCartney, a Gravestone, and a Songwriting Feud
Publisert: 25.11.2024 -
How a Legendary Band Turned a Biblical Verse into an Epic 1984 Rock Classic
Publisert: 23.11.2024 -
How Steve Miller’s “The Joker” Became a #1 Hit Twice – Thanks to a Misheard Lyric
Publisert: 22.11.2024 -
The Most Underrated Classics – Songs That Deserve More Love
Publisert: 21.11.2024 -
Interview with Daryl Hall: How Hall & Oates Quietly Dominated the 80s with 21 Hits
Publisert: 20.11.2024 -
How a Babysitter Turned “The Loco-Motion” Into a #1 Hit – Again and Again
Publisert: 18.11.2024 -
The Top 5 Most Interesting Duets of the 80s – Surprising Collaborations & Unforgettable Hits
Publisert: 16.11.2024 -
How a Mysterious Gardener Inspired The Rolling Stones’ “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”
Publisert: 15.11.2024 -
How “Bette Davis Eyes” Made the Hollywood Icon Cool Again – The Story Behind the 1981 Hit
Publisert: 14.11.2024 -
The Mystery of the Most Mysterious Song on the Internet – Solved After 41 Years!
Publisert: 13.11.2024 -
Interview with Neil Finn: How “Don’t Dream It’s Over” Became One of the Most Admired Songs Ever
Publisert: 12.11.2024 -
How Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” Changed Music Forever – Even the Beatles Took Notice
Publisert: 11.11.2024 -
Interview with Weird Al Yankovic: How Mark Knopfler Insisted on Playing in His Own Parody
Publisert: 9.11.2024 -
Interview with Tony Lewis: The Story Behind The Outfield’s “Your Love” – A Misunderstood 80s Classic
Publisert: 8.11.2024 -
The 3 Strangest Song Inspirations of the 80s – Featuring Tina Turner, Kate Bush & Cyndi Lauper
Publisert: 7.11.2024 -
Interview with Ann Wilson: How Heart Turned Industry Insults into “Barracuda”
Publisert: 6.11.2024 -
Interview with Elvis Costello: How Insomnia and Rivalry Sparked “Watching the Detectives”
Publisert: 6.11.2024 -
Red Red Wine': How a DJ's Mistake Turned UB40's Song Into a Chart-Topping Hit
Publisert: 5.11.2024 -
Why Bryan Adams Was Warned Against '(Everything I Do)': The Unexpected #1 Smash
Publisert: 4.11.2024
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.
