1381 Episoder

  1. Debbie Harry Wrote This #1 Hit in 10 Minutes While Watching Wrestling

    Publisert: 12.3.2024
  2. The Cranberries Almost Got Dropped by Their Label Until “Linger” Changed Everything

    Publisert: 11.3.2024
  3. “Love Will Tear Us Apart”: Joy Division’s Anthem of Heartbreak, Hate, and Tragedy

    Publisert: 9.3.2024
  4. “Heroes” by David Bowie: The Iconic Anthem That Defied the Charts

    Publisert: 8.3.2024
  5. How a Translation Error Turned “Venus” Into a #1 Smash—Twice!

    Publisert: 7.3.2024
  6. How Lynyrd Skynyrd Predicted Their Downfall With “That Smell”

    Publisert: 6.3.2024
  7. Rock, Disco, and Stalkers: Unpacking 1979’s Top 10 Chart Hits

    Publisert: 5.3.2024
  8. A Whiter Shade of Pale: The Cryptic Classic That Dominated 1967’s Summer of Love

    Publisert: 4.3.2024
  9. Mad World: How Tears for Fears Turned Childhood Trauma Into an 80s Classic

    Publisert: 2.3.2024
  10. The Story Behind Your Mama Don’t Dance: How Messina Turned His Dad’s Rock Hate Into a 70s Classic

    Publisert: 1.3.2024
  11. How America’s Ventura Highway Inspired Prince and Confused Fans with Its Mystical Lyrics

    Publisert: 29.2.2024
  12. How The Doors Hustled Their Way to Success After Break on Through Flopped

    Publisert: 28.2.2024
  13. Afternoon Delight: The Sexy Singalong That Took the 70s by Storm

    Publisert: 27.2.2024
  14. John Fogerty Sued for Sounding Like Himself: The Bizarre Story Behind His 1985 Hit

    Publisert: 26.2.2024
  15. The Monkees vs. Their Producer: How "I’m a Believer" Became the #1 Hit of the Year

    Publisert: 24.2.2024
  16. The Beach Boys Passed on It, But "Seasons in the Sun" Made History

    Publisert: 23.2.2024
  17. The Wild Story Behind "Close My Eyes Forever," Ozzy's Biggest Hit

    Publisert: 22.2.2024
  18. How AC/DC Created the Greatest Rock Riffs Ever—and Almost Lost One Forever

    Publisert: 21.2.2024
  19. "Tequila": The Accidental B-Side That Took The Champs to #1

    Publisert: 20.2.2024
  20. How Weezer’s Blue Album Became a Classic and Why a Fan Offered $10M for Them to Quit

    Publisert: 19.2.2024

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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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