Professor of Rock
A podcast by Gamut Podcast Network
1431 Episodio
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How 'You Make My Dreams' Became Hall & Oates’ Most Beloved Song Decades Later
Pubblicato: 09/10/2024 -
Why Kansas Almost Left 'Carry On Wayward Son' Off the Album and How It Became a Classic
Pubblicato: 08/10/2024 -
How The Carpenters’ 'Goodbye to Love' Accidentally Invented the Power Ballad
Pubblicato: 07/10/2024 -
The Untold Story of Pink Floyd: Brilliance, Chaos, and the Greatest Albums of All Time
Pubblicato: 05/10/2024 -
The Story of 'La Bamba': Ritchie Valens’ Legacy and the Coin Flip That Changed History
Pubblicato: 04/10/2024 -
Naked Rock Star Used Joan Jett’s Iconic Song as a Pickup Line at Her Hotel Door
Pubblicato: 03/10/2024 -
Teen Forgot Lyrics to 'Hanky Panky,' Made Up His Own, and Scored a #1 Hit
Pubblicato: 02/10/2024 -
What Happened to 80s Hitmakers Information Society and Their Sudden Disappearance?
Pubblicato: 01/10/2024 -
How Dan Fogelberg’s Encounter With an Ex Inspired the 80s Classic 'Same Old Lang Syne'
Pubblicato: 30/09/2024 -
The Truth Behind Rock’s Wildest Urban Legends: Separating Fact From Fiction
Pubblicato: 28/09/2024 -
How a Toilet Brush Saved 'Dancing in the Moonlight' and Made It a 70s Classic
Pubblicato: 27/09/2024 -
Guns N’ Roses Singer’s Sex Tape Ended Up on 'Rocket Queen'—A Controversial '87 Classic
Pubblicato: 26/09/2024 -
How Steve Miller’s Biggest Hit 'Abracadabra' Ended His Career—And a Fluke Revived It in 1990
Pubblicato: 25/09/2024 -
The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Pablo Cruise: From Yacht Rock Hits to Stepbrothers Fame
Pubblicato: 24/09/2024 -
Did The Beatles Hide a Massive Secret? Breaking Down the 'Paul Is Dead' Conspiracy
Pubblicato: 23/09/2024 -
This Weird Al Parody Became a Bigger Hit Than the Original Classic on One Chart
Pubblicato: 21/09/2024 -
How Twisted Sister’s 'We’re Not Gonna Take It' Was Inspired by an Old Christmas Song
Pubblicato: 20/09/2024 -
The Story Behind 'Stuck in the Middle with You': A Bob Dylan Parody That Became a Hit
Pubblicato: 19/09/2024 -
How a Teenager’s First Song, 'Light My Fire,' Took The Doors to #1 and Changed Rock Forever
Pubblicato: 18/09/2024 -
How The Cars Helped Rock and Roll Triumph Over Disco with 'Let’s Go'
Pubblicato: 17/09/2024
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.
