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‘Yacht Rock': HBO Doc Shows How Bands Like Steely Dan, Christopher Cross and Toto Became Cool All Over Again

Ask any two music fans what qualifies as yacht rock, and an argument is sure to ensue. Does Steely Dan count? (Absolutely.) What about Hall & Oates? (No, too East Coast.) In the late 1970s and early '80s,

The Wall Street Journal on MSN · 1d

‘Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary’ Review: Smooth-Sailing Tunes on HBO

A nonfiction music film based on a web series that was based on a joke, “Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary” isn’t really about a genre of music as much as it is a bunch of highly skilled musicians who helped make a catalog of expertly produced pop records in the ’70s and ’80s.

Chicago Sun-Times · 14h

Entertaining 'Yacht Rock' doc makes a case for respecting those smooth easy-listening sounds

Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins and other masters gamely explain the genre in breezy and comprehensive HBO/Max film — while another singer wants nothing to do with it.

‘Yacht Rock’ Documentary Makes A Case For The Smooth Legacy Of ‘70s And ‘80s Soft Rock

Garret Price's new film celebrates the era of smooth rock, featuring interviews with Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross and more.

American Songwriter9h

4 Famously Disappointing Classic Rock Albums

These disappointing classic rock albums are still a bummer to think about today, though some bands released better material ...

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Yacht rock gets celebrated — smoothly, of course — in new documentary

The stress of Thanksgiving is over. Now it's time to heat up leftovers, relax on the couch and enjoy the smooth sounds of a ...

Delaware County Daily Times12h

Rock Music Menu: Record Store Day Black Friday a reason to venture out

RecoRd Store Day Black Friday comes from the organizers behind Record Store Day, the music lovers’ holiday that takes place ...

KTNV Las Vegas2h

'Unforeseen circumstances' lead to cancellation of Sick New World 2025 music festival

Unfortunate news for heavy metal and rock fans. Sick New World 2025 has been canceled. According to their website, the event ...

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'Tom Petty Trail' gives fans a map to explore Gainesville through rock legend's music

From the singer’s childhood home to site references in his songs, the website aims to help Tom Petty fans trace the life of ...

Loudwire on MSN4d

All the 2024 Billboard Music Awards Rock + Metal Nominees

Zach Bryan leads all artists, while Linkin Park, Falling in Reverse and more scored their fair share of Billboard Music ...

American Songwriter5d

4 of the Best Rock Soundtracks of All Time

These four movie soundtrack features some of the best rock tunes from the last century; each one is essential listening, too.

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LL Cool J to perform in 'Rock the Bells' special on Dec. 5

Nov. 27 (UPI) -- LL Cool J 's Rock the Bells Festival performance will air on MTV on Dec. 5 at 10 p.m. EST. His set will ...

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‘Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary’ Director on Genre’s Unique Origin and Misconceptions

To paraphrase crooner Michael McDonald, one of the signature players of the music style, Yacht Rock has a place in our lives.

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Glastonbury fans ‘work out’ iconic US rock band will be making surprise appearance at festival after Europe tour dates

GLASTONBURY ticket holders think that The Flaming Lips could be set for a surprise appearance at next year’s festival. The US ...

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