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music15 days ago•477 min saved

Charlie Puth Teams With Yacht-Rock Legends for 'Love in Exile'

Charlie Puth’s yacht-rock-inspired single “Love in Exile” brings Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins into a home-studio session that evolves into a finished track at Conway Recording Studios in Hollywood. McDonald improvised the piano and Loggins contributed guitar as they collaborated with Puth, who reverse-engineered the arrangement and kept the project intimate rather than assembling a larger supergroup. The piece nods to classic yacht-rock while fitting Puth’s modern sensibility, with a focus on craft over star power.

via Vulture|

#charlie-puth #kenny-loggins #love-in-exile

entertainment16 days ago•2 min saved

Dash Crofts, Seals and Crofts co-founder, dies at 85, closing a soft-rock era

Dash Crofts, one half of Seals and Crofts, has died at 85 from complications after heart surgery, following partner Jim Seals’ 2022 death. The duo helped shape 1970s soft rock with hits like Summer Breeze and Diamond Girl before disbanding in 1980; Crofts later pursued a quieter life and country-influenced projects, leaving a lasting yacht-rock legacy.

via The Guardian|

#dash-crofts #entertainment #obituary

entertainment1 year ago•6 min saved

HBO's 'Yacht Rock' Doc Celebrates the Smooth Sounds of the '70s

HBO's 'Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary' explores the smooth rock genre of the 1970s and early '80s, highlighting its ironic resurgence and cultural impact. Featuring interviews with musicians like Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins, the documentary delves into the genre's origins and its blend of technical mastery and soulful groove. It also examines the internet's role in reviving yacht rock as a humorous yet beloved musical style. The film is recommended for its insightful and entertaining take on this unique musical era.

via Decider|

#1970s-music #documentary #entertainment

music1 year ago•5 min saved

HBO's 'Yacht Rock' Doc Revives the Smooth Sounds of the '70s and '80s

HBO's new documentary "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary" explores the resurgence of the smooth, melodic music genre known as yacht rock, featuring bands like Steely Dan, Toto, and Christopher Cross. Initially coined in a 2005 web series, the term "yacht rock" has since gained popularity, leading to a revival of interest in these artists. The documentary, directed by Garret Price, delves into the genre's roots in R&B, soul, and jazz, and its influence on modern musicians. Despite some initial resistance, many artists have embraced the renewed attention.

via Variety|

#christopher-cross #hbo-documentary #music

entertainment1 year ago•8 min saved

HBO's 'Yacht Rock' Doc Revives the Smooth Sounds of the '70s and '80s

The new HBO documentary 'Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary,' directed by Garret Price, explores the legacy of '70s and '80s soft rock, a genre humorously coined by the 2005 web series 'Yacht Rock.' Featuring interviews with artists like Michael McDonald and Christopher Cross, the film delves into the genre's roots, its influence from Black music, and its impact on modern musicians. While some artists initially resisted the 'yacht rock' label, the documentary highlights the genre's significant place in music history and its enduring appeal.

via Forbes|

#documentary #entertainment #hbo

music2 years ago•4 min saved

Meeting her Idol: 11-year-old Superfan's Dream Comes True at Michael McDonald Concert

Paisley Gardner, an 11-year-old girl from Des Moines, has become the youngest superfan of yacht rock singer Michael McDonald. After discovering his music on the radio, Paisley expressed her love for him at a concert and even met him virtually. She attended a Doobie Brothers concert where she met McDonald backstage and sang along to her favorite songs. Paisley's dedication to McDonald has made her classmates finally aware of the iconic singer.

via The Washington Post|

#childhood-dream #concert #michael-mcdonald