Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1383 Episodes
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How Dan Hartman’s 'I Can Dream About You' Became an Accidental 80s Classic
Published: 10/19/2024 -
The Rise and Fall of Zebra: The Band Once Compared to Led Zeppelin
Published: 10/19/2024 -
How a Dirty Magazine Helped The J. Geils Band Find Their Biggest Hit 'Centerfold'
Published: 10/18/2024 -
The New Radicals: One Hit, One Album, and a Sudden Departure from the Spotlight
Published: 10/17/2024 -
Jim Morrison Called 'Hello, I Love You' a Dumb Joke…The Label Made It a #1 Smash
Published: 10/16/2024 -
The Secret Meaning Behind Modern English’s 'I Melt With You': Love in the Face of Nuclear Destruction
Published: 10/15/2024 -
How Danny Elfman Created an 80s Classic in a Haunted Room—But Never Had a Top 40 Hit
Published: 10/15/2024 -
How Strip Clubs Saved Def Leppard’s 'Animal' and Turned 'Hysteria' Into a Smash
Published: 10/14/2024 -
The Stories Behind 5 Banned or Disowned Songs in Rock History
Published: 10/12/2024 -
The Story Behind 'Lunatic Fringe': A One-Hit Wonder That Was Never a Hit in America
Published: 10/11/2024 -
From Fired to Headliner: How Lemmy Kilmister Made Motörhead a Metal Icon
Published: 10/10/2024 -
How Cass Elliot Overcame Rejection and Became the Voice of the Mamas and the Papas
Published: 10/10/2024 -
How 'You Make My Dreams' Became Hall & Oates’ Most Beloved Song Decades Later
Published: 10/9/2024 -
Why Kansas Almost Left 'Carry On Wayward Son' Off the Album and How It Became a Classic
Published: 10/8/2024 -
How The Carpenters’ 'Goodbye to Love' Accidentally Invented the Power Ballad
Published: 10/7/2024 -
The Untold Story of Pink Floyd: Brilliance, Chaos, and the Greatest Albums of All Time
Published: 10/5/2024 -
The Story of 'La Bamba': Ritchie Valens’ Legacy and the Coin Flip That Changed History
Published: 10/4/2024 -
Naked Rock Star Used Joan Jett’s Iconic Song as a Pickup Line at Her Hotel Door
Published: 10/3/2024 -
Teen Forgot Lyrics to 'Hanky Panky,' Made Up His Own, and Scored a #1 Hit
Published: 10/2/2024 -
What Happened to 80s Hitmakers Information Society and Their Sudden Disappearance?
Published: 10/1/2024
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.
