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Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary

Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary

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2024, Movie, 1h 35min

This entertaining documentary traces the evolution of Yacht Rock, a genre that rocks, but not too hard. Starting with Steely Dan in 1976 Los Angeles, the film highlights the rise of key players like Toto, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, and Christopher Cross, their sophisticated musicianship, and their collaborations with rock and R&B artists. Filled with fascinating anecdotes, the film celebrates these universally appealing, sometimes mocked, yet well-loved songs, revealing their enduring cultural impact.

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Critic Richard Roeper

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

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