Professor of Rock
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.
Letzte Episode
Frühere Episoden
- How “Love Is a Battlefield” Was Rewritten and Became an ’80s Anthem 14.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 Hit 13.08.2025
- 7 Hilarious Non-Parody Rock Songs You Won’t Believe Aren’t Jokes 12.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: How George Harrison Inspired Led Zeppelin to Write The Rain Song 11.08.2025
- 1993’s Top Songs: R.E.M., Billy Joel, Duran Duran, Whitney Houston & Blind Melon 10.08.2025
- 5 Unsolved Rock Mysteries: The Strangest Lost Songs Ever Found 09.08.2025
- Nick Kershaw’s “Wouldn’t It Be Good”: The 80s Anthem That Live Aid and Pretty in Pink Reimagined 08.08.2025
- Styx's “Renegade”: The Accidental Hit That Made Tommy Shaw a Rock Legend 07.08.2025
- Improv Magic: The Untold Stories Behind Pink Floyd, The Who, and More 06.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: How David Gilmour’s Voice Elevated Pink Floyd’s Greatest Songs 05.08.2025
- Oldies But Goldies: The Untold Stories Behind the 1962 Hits That Changed Music 04.08.2025
- Ozzy Osbourne’s Greatest Songs: A Tribute to Heavy Metal’s Icon 03.08.2025
- How Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality” Broke Barriers on MTV and Rock Radio 02.08.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: Interview with Geoff Downes: How "Video Killed the Radio Star" Became an 80s Icon Despite Peaking in the 70s 01.08.2025
- England Dan & John Ford Coley: The Soft Rock Duo Who Rivaled Zeppelin 31.07.2025
- BONUS: Adam and Janda Lane remember Ozzy Osbourne on the Behind The Song podcast 30.07.2025
- Top 10 Albums of 1979: Fleetwood Mac, The Clash, AC/DC & More 30.07.2025
- FROM THE VAULT: How Cream Turned a Poem About Real Estate into the Psychedelic Rock Classic “White Room” 29.07.2025
- Top 10 Songs of 1992: From Nirvana’s Revolution to Metallica’s Surprising Ballad 28.07.2025
- How Cake’s “The Distance” Became the Coolest Song of the ’90s 27.07.2025
