1379 Episoder

  1. Jim Morrison Called 'Hello, I Love You' a Dumb Joke…The Label Made It a #1 Smash

    Publisert: 16.10.2024
  2. The Secret Meaning Behind Modern English’s 'I Melt With You': Love in the Face of Nuclear Destruction

    Publisert: 15.10.2024
  3. How Danny Elfman Created an 80s Classic in a Haunted Room—But Never Had a Top 40 Hit

    Publisert: 15.10.2024
  4. How Strip Clubs Saved Def Leppard’s 'Animal' and Turned 'Hysteria' Into a Smash

    Publisert: 14.10.2024
  5. The Stories Behind 5 Banned or Disowned Songs in Rock History

    Publisert: 12.10.2024
  6. The Story Behind 'Lunatic Fringe': A One-Hit Wonder That Was Never a Hit in America

    Publisert: 11.10.2024
  7. From Fired to Headliner: How Lemmy Kilmister Made Motörhead a Metal Icon

    Publisert: 10.10.2024
  8. How Cass Elliot Overcame Rejection and Became the Voice of the Mamas and the Papas

    Publisert: 10.10.2024
  9. How 'You Make My Dreams' Became Hall & Oates’ Most Beloved Song Decades Later

    Publisert: 9.10.2024
  10. Why Kansas Almost Left 'Carry On Wayward Son' Off the Album and How It Became a Classic

    Publisert: 8.10.2024
  11. How The Carpenters’ 'Goodbye to Love' Accidentally Invented the Power Ballad

    Publisert: 7.10.2024
  12. The Untold Story of Pink Floyd: Brilliance, Chaos, and the Greatest Albums of All Time

    Publisert: 5.10.2024
  13. The Story of 'La Bamba': Ritchie Valens’ Legacy and the Coin Flip That Changed History

    Publisert: 4.10.2024
  14. Naked Rock Star Used Joan Jett’s Iconic Song as a Pickup Line at Her Hotel Door

    Publisert: 3.10.2024
  15. Teen Forgot Lyrics to 'Hanky Panky,' Made Up His Own, and Scored a #1 Hit

    Publisert: 2.10.2024
  16. What Happened to 80s Hitmakers Information Society and Their Sudden Disappearance?

    Publisert: 1.10.2024
  17. How Dan Fogelberg’s Encounter With an Ex Inspired the 80s Classic 'Same Old Lang Syne'

    Publisert: 30.9.2024
  18. The Truth Behind Rock’s Wildest Urban Legends: Separating Fact From Fiction

    Publisert: 28.9.2024
  19. How a Toilet Brush Saved 'Dancing in the Moonlight' and Made It a 70s Classic

    Publisert: 27.9.2024
  20. Guns N’ Roses Singer’s Sex Tape Ended Up on 'Rocket Queen'—A Controversial '87 Classic

    Publisert: 26.9.2024

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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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