“The Doobie Brothers were a kickass rock and roll band, then Michael McDonald rolled in with his easy listening voice and ruined everything.” That comment appears on a community page for guitar ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Chiu is a freelance music writer based in New York. (L-R) Michael McDonald and Christopher Cross from 'Yacht Rock: A ...

Bentley understands the appeal of yacht rock – and what sticks in Fagen’s craw about the term. The intricate, jazz-influenced arrangements, sardonic lyrics and non-conformity set Steely Dan and some ...

Yacht rock isn’t about flaunting a fancy boat. With shades and smooth tunes, yacht rock is about owning an attitude. “It’s more about the vibe than it is owning a yacht,” said Phillip Daniel, frontman ...

Daryl Hall has branded yacht rock a "f***** joke" and says his band Hall and Oates were "misjudged" as the sub-genre. Originally the name of a 2005 comedy series by J.D. Ryznar, Hunter Stair, and Lane ...

Centenary Stage Company’s 2025 Summerfest Series will continue with a one-night-only concert event featuring Yacht Rock Gold Experience on Saturday, July 26 at 8:00 PM in the Sitnik Theatre of the ...