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Yacht rock (originally known as the West Coast sound or adult-oriented rock) is a broad music style and aesthetic commonly associated with soft rock, one of the most commercially successful genres from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s. Drawing on sources such as smooth soul, smooth jazz,[1] R&B, and disco, common stylistic traits include high-quality production, clean vocals, and a focus on light, catchy melodies. The term yacht rock was coined in 2005 by the makers of the online video series Yacht Rock, who connected the music with the popular Southern Californian leisure activity of boating. Considered a pejorative term, prominent artists that have been labeled “yacht rock” include Christopher Cross, the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Rupert Holmes, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Toto and Supertramp.

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Yacht Rock Blog | News, Artists, Songs, Albums & Music History

Yacht Rock Blog | News, History, Artists & Classic Soft Rock Stories Welcome to the Yacht Rock Blog, your destination for everything Yacht Rock. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just discovering the smooth sounds of the late 1970s and early 1980s, you'll find in-depth articles, artist spotlights, music history, playlists, album reviews, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of music's most enduring genres. From Michael McDonald and Christopher Cross to […]

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50 Best Yacht Rock Songs of All Time | Ultimate Yacht Rock Playlist

Best Yacht Rock Songs of All Time If you're looking for the best Yacht Rock songs of all time, you've come to the right place. Yacht Rock combines smooth vocals, polished production, jazz-influenced musicianship, and unforgettable melodies into one of the most relaxing genres ever recorded. Born in the late 1970s and early 1980s, these timeless classics continue to fill playlists, radio stations, and boat speakers around the world. Whether […]

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Why YachtRock.Radio Vs. iHeartRadio

YachtRock.Radio Vs. iHeartRadio Why YachtRock.Radio Sets the Gold Standard in Smooth Sailing Music When it comes to Yacht Rock, there’s no shortage of places to listen—but not all stations deliver the real thing. If you’ve only heard the corporate version on iHeartRadio, you’ve barely dipped your toes in the water. YachtRock.Radio is more than a station. It’s a full‑immersion experience built for true fans, nostalgic listeners, and anyone who appreciates […]

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Top 20 Yacht Rock Songs

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Top 20 Yacht Rock Songs

Top 20 Yacht Rock Songs “What a Fool Believes” – The Doobie BrothersMichael McDonald + smooth production = the Yacht Rock gold standard. “Sailing” – Christopher CrossThe anthem of the genre. Close your eyes—you’re on open water. “Africa” – TotoEpic harmonies, lush synths, and a chorus made for airwaves and oceans. “Rosanna” – TotoJazz-fusion meets pop-rock perfection. Another Toto triumph. “Peg” – Steely DanSlick horns, complex chords, and tight harmonies […]

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What Is Yacht Rock? Best Yacht Rock Songs, Artists & History | Yacht Rock Radio

What Is Yacht Rock? The Ultimate Guide to Smooth Sailing Music Yacht Rock is a smooth, sophisticated style of soft rock that became popular during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Known for its polished production, rich harmonies, memorable melodies, and world-class musicianship, Yacht Rock remains one of the most beloved genres on classic radio and streaming playlists today. Whether you're discovering Yacht Rock for the first time or reliving […]

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Daryl Hall and John Oates

Hall and Oates Daryl Hall and John Oates are the NUMBER-ONE SELLING DUO in music history! Beginning as two devoted disciples of earlier soul greats, Daryl Hall & John Oates are today soul survivors in their own rights. They have become such musical influences on future generations of popular artists that Spin Magazine’s September 2006 cover headline read: “Why Hall and Oates are the New Velvet Underground.” One of the […]

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Third World

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Third World

THIRD WORLD - THE REGGAE AMBASSADORS Celebrating 47 years, THIRD WORLD is one of the longest-lived Reggae bands of all time, and one of Jamaica's most consistently popular crossover acts among international audiences. Mixing in elements of R&B, funk, pop, and rock and, later on, dancehall and rap, Third World’s style has been described as "reggae-fusion". With 9 Grammy nominations and catalog of charted smash hits, including (“Now That We […]

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Steely Dan

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Steely Dan – Legendary Rock‑Jazz Fusion Band | Walter Becker & Donald Fagen

Steely Dan is an influential American rock band formed in 1971 by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. Originally based in New York before relocating to Los Angeles, the duo crafted a signature sound that fused rock, jazz, R&B, Latin influences, and advanced studio production, earning them a reputation as one of the most musically sophisticated acts of the 1970s. Rolling Stone famously described them as “the perfect musical antiheroes for […]

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