1402 Episodes

  1. Unboxing Steely Dan’s Northeast Corridor Live & Donald Fagen’s The Nightfly Live

    Published: 10/19/2021

  2. Jon Anderson on Yes’s Roundabout – From 70s Prog Classic to Internet Meme

    Published: 10/18/2021

  3. The Story Behind Led Zeppelin’s Kashmir – A 70s Rock Epic That Left Its Mark

    Published: 10/15/2021

  4. How Eddie Vedder’s Alive Launched Pearl Jam and Unraveled a Personal Truth

    Published: 10/14/2021

  5. Toto on the Accidental Magic of Rosanna – Inspired by Rosanna Arquette

    Published: 10/11/2021

  6. How Neil Peart and Rush Defied Commercialization with This 80s Rock Classic

    Published: 10/9/2021

  7. Neil Sedaka on Writing Solitaire – The 70s Hit That Sparked His Comeback

    Published: 10/8/2021

  8. How The Kinks’ You Really Got Me Pioneered Guitar Distortion and Inspired Van Halen

    Published: 10/7/2021

  9. Roger McGuinn & David Crosby on The Byrds’ Turn! Turn! Turn! – A #1 Hit from Ancient Words

    Published: 10/6/2021

  10. Siedah Garrett on Writing Michael Jackson’s Man in the Mirror – An 80s Anthem for Change

    Published: 10/5/2021

  11. Geoff Downes on Asia’s Only Time Will Tell – An 80s Hidden Gem

    Published: 10/1/2021

  12. Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1983 – Which Hits Stand the Test of Time?

    Published: 9/30/2021

  13. Peter Frampton on Show Me the Way, Talk Box Magic, and the Biggest Live Album of the 70s

    Published: 9/28/2021

  14. Lamont Dozier & Music Legends on The Four Tops’ Baby I Need Your Loving and Its Lasting Impact

    Published: 9/24/2021

  15. Revisiting the Top 10 Songs from This Week in 1979 – Which Hits Still Shine Today?

    Published: 9/22/2021

  16. How The Police Conquered the 80s with Every Breath You Take and Other Classics

    Published: 9/21/2021

  17. Nick Laird-Clowes on Life in a Northern Town and David Gilmour’s Role in Its Creation

    Published: 9/18/2021

  18. How AC/DC’s Back in Black and Its Iconic Riff Ignited the 80s

    Published: 9/17/2021

  19. How Pour Some Sugar on Me and Hysteria Made Def Leppard Rock Legends

    Published: 9/15/2021

  20. KT Tunstall on the Accidental Breakthrough of Black Horse and the Cherry Tree

    Published: 9/9/2021

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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.