Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1414 Episodes
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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 -
How Dan Fogelberg’s Encounter With an Ex Inspired the 80s Classic 'Same Old Lang Syne'
Published: 9/30/2024 -
The Truth Behind Rock’s Wildest Urban Legends: Separating Fact From Fiction
Published: 9/28/2024 -
How a Toilet Brush Saved 'Dancing in the Moonlight' and Made It a 70s Classic
Published: 9/27/2024 -
Guns N’ Roses Singer’s Sex Tape Ended Up on 'Rocket Queen'—A Controversial '87 Classic
Published: 9/26/2024 -
How Steve Miller’s Biggest Hit 'Abracadabra' Ended His Career—And a Fluke Revived It in 1990
Published: 9/25/2024 -
The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Pablo Cruise: From Yacht Rock Hits to Stepbrothers Fame
Published: 9/24/2024 -
Did The Beatles Hide a Massive Secret? Breaking Down the 'Paul Is Dead' Conspiracy
Published: 9/23/2024 -
This Weird Al Parody Became a Bigger Hit Than the Original Classic on One Chart
Published: 9/21/2024 -
How Twisted Sister’s 'We’re Not Gonna Take It' Was Inspired by an Old Christmas Song
Published: 9/20/2024
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.
