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Professor of Rock

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.

Latest Episodes:

Story of 80s Hair Metal Power ballad Heaven by Warrant Aug 10, 2020

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The Story EVERY Steve Vai Fan Should Know Aug 08, 2020

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Alan Parsons Story of Pink Floyd Album The Dark Side Of The Moon Aug 04, 2020

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WHAM! In the 80s George Michael & Andrew Ridgeley Make it BIG Aug 01, 2020

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Childhood friends George Michael & Andrew Ridgeley created one of the most iconic pop bands of the 80s. They named the group Wham!- a word they felt represented the energy, ambition, and spirit of their friendship. Wham was only a unit for 3 studio albums over 4 short years, but at their zenith in '84 and '85, they were one of the world's most popular British based acts- in the same echelon as Duran Duran and Culture Club- selling more than 30 million albums. As George Michael would later sing in Freedom 90 reminiscing, they had every big shot good time band on the run boy. With hits like Wake Me Up, Before You Go Go, Careless Whisper, Last Christmas, Freedom, I'm Your Man, and Everything She Wants, Wham! took over the world.

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