Professor of Rock

In 1978 one of the greatest duets of the era was released, the top 5 hit Whenever I call you friend between two of the greatest voices of any era, Kenny Loggins and Stevie Nicks. Hey Music Junkies, the Professor of Rock, always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time with our latest edition of Pop Fix. Kenny and Stevie’s voices together are smoother than silk. Which is why this song is not only one of the great duets of the time, it’s also a yacht rock classic and though Stevie is credited on the album track, she was strangely not credited on the actual single, which makes Whenever I Call You "Friend", Loggins' first major solo hit.. "Whenever I Call You Friend" was written by Kenny and another multi-platinum artist from the time Melissa Manchester. I was able to get the lowdown from both artists on the origin of this song. Here is Kenny Loggins and Melissa Manchester with the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Featuring exclusive commentary from John Oates of Hall and Oates, Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys of Orchestral Maneuvers in the Dark (OMD) and Jack Blades singer of Night Ranger, presenting 5 songs from the 80s that haven't been given their due. Hey Music Junkies, the Professor of Rock, always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time with our latest edition of Pop Fix. This is volume 5 of the Pop fix 80s Top 5 Hidden Gems we covered earlier. Despite a resurgence of 80s music in TV shows and movies of late (think Stranger Things, Ready Player One, and Glow), as well as increased radio play and streaming, our five featured songs don't seem to make the cut, but deserve recognition. Listen to them in the playlist below. Songs included: Forever Live and Die by OMD, Electric Blue by Icehouse, Don't Tell Me You Love Me by Night Ranger, The Sun Always Shines on TV by A-Ha and the Pleasure Principle by Janet Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Music Junkies, the Professor of Rock, always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time; If you love music, you’ll want to subscribe below and hit the bell so you always get our daily content. You’ll also want to check us out on Patreon as we’ve added a bunch of exclusives and benefits there. Today we're discussing 5 forgotten songs from the 90s that will take you back to the good old days. Including exclusive commentary from the the artist. including Emerson Hart from Tonic, the Popoff brothers from the band LIT and Vinnie Dombroski from Sponge. As well as songs by Garbage and Ephraim Lewis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey music junkies the Professor of Rock always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time with our latest edition of The New Standards. Morrissey and Johnny Marr of the Smiths wrote “There is A Light That Never Goes Out” while working on their 1986 masterpiece “The Queen Is Dead” this is the story of the classic song and its impact on our culture. Including commentary by Brendan Urie of Panic! at the Disco and Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October. A very personal and insightful video on the greatest band of the 80s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Gilmour is unquestionably, one of the most talented and influential players in rock history. Hey music junkies, the Professor of Rock Always here, to celebrate the greatest artists and the greatest songs of all time. We’ll point out some specific highlights of his brilliant guitar work later in this piece. But, this episode specifically recognizes Gilmour’s electrifying vocal prowess: Distinctive, penetrating, and majestic. The music of Pink Floyd is raised by his incredible voice. Here we celebrate that fact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Lukather, David Paich and Steve Porcaro of multi-platinum band Toto tell the amazing story of the #2 hit Rosanna from the 1982 blockbuster album Toto IV. Inspired by actress Rosanna Arquette who along the way her magnetism and piercing blue eyes have captivated several rock luminaries such as Peter Gabriel who wrote In Your Eyes about her. In the early 80s, Arquette was in a romantic relationship with rocker Steve Porcaro, the coveted keyboardist for Toto, and one of the most sought after session musicians. Toto bandmate & fellow virtuoso, David Paich, who was always searching for real life inspiration to write lyrics and song titles, was working on a tune about a girl he dug in high school.Since the relationship between Porcaro & Arquette was hot & heavy at the time, he decided to title his un-named song "Rosanna." This is the story of the song straight from the members of Toto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Journey is universally loved. Every generation standing right now has been moved by at least one of their many classic rock standards. Steve Perry, Neal Schon, and Jonathan Cain created magic in those years. Because they have so many wondrous hits, some of their greatest songs are under appreciated gems that deserve multiple listens and a permanent place in the playlists of our lives. Their 1981 masterpiece Escape was full of phenomenal songs and one that I believe should’ve been a massive hit. “Stone In Love”, an album rock staple from that epitomized why Journey is still on top and as big now as they were in their heyday. Hey music junkies the Professor of Rock always here to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time with our latest edition of Pop Fix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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