1431 Épisodes

  1. Tempted' by Squeeze: The Bold Decision That Turned a Backup Singer Into a Star

    Publié: 29/10/2024
  2. Daydream Believer': Davy Jones’ Struggles and the Song That Almost Wasn’t

    Publié: 28/10/2024
  3. The 5 Most Overplayed Rock Songs (And the Underrated Gems to Replace Them)

    Publié: 26/10/2024
  4. Refugee': How Tom Petty Took Down a Corrupt Record Label and Made a Rock Classic

    Publié: 25/10/2024
  5. Time Stand Still': Rush’s Genre-Bending Collaboration with Aimee Mann

    Publié: 24/10/2024
  6. How 'Mama, I’m Coming Home' Helped Ozzy Osbourne Rebuild His Life and Career

    Publié: 23/10/2024
  7. How Sting Used a Unique Word in 'Wrapped Around Your Finger' and Made History

    Publié: 22/10/2024
  8. Paul McCartney vs. John Lennon: The War of Words After The Beatles’ Breakup

    Publié: 21/10/2024
  9. How Dan Hartman’s 'I Can Dream About You' Became an Accidental 80s Classic

    Publié: 19/10/2024
  10. The Rise and Fall of Zebra: The Band Once Compared to Led Zeppelin

    Publié: 19/10/2024
  11. How a Dirty Magazine Helped The J. Geils Band Find Their Biggest Hit 'Centerfold'

    Publié: 18/10/2024
  12. The New Radicals: One Hit, One Album, and a Sudden Departure from the Spotlight

    Publié: 17/10/2024
  13. Jim Morrison Called 'Hello, I Love You' a Dumb Joke…The Label Made It a #1 Smash

    Publié: 16/10/2024
  14. The Secret Meaning Behind Modern English’s 'I Melt With You': Love in the Face of Nuclear Destruction

    Publié: 15/10/2024
  15. How Danny Elfman Created an 80s Classic in a Haunted Room—But Never Had a Top 40 Hit

    Publié: 15/10/2024
  16. How Strip Clubs Saved Def Leppard’s 'Animal' and Turned 'Hysteria' Into a Smash

    Publié: 14/10/2024
  17. The Stories Behind 5 Banned or Disowned Songs in Rock History

    Publié: 12/10/2024
  18. The Story Behind 'Lunatic Fringe': A One-Hit Wonder That Was Never a Hit in America

    Publié: 11/10/2024
  19. From Fired to Headliner: How Lemmy Kilmister Made Motörhead a Metal Icon

    Publié: 10/10/2024
  20. How Cass Elliot Overcame Rejection and Became the Voice of the Mamas and the Papas

    Publié: 10/10/2024

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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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