Yacht Rock
What can be said about Yacht Rock that hasn't been said by various magazines, newspapers and disc jockeys across the country? J.D. Ryznar and Hunter Stair's saga detailing the unknown mythical origins of a previously obscure genre of music struck the audience like a lightning bolt on its first episode, much like fellow 101 breakout House of Cosbys. Unlike HoC, however, Yacht Rock was never sued by its iconic characters' real life counterparts. In fact, it is said that at one time or another, just about every musician lovingly portrayed in the series has witnessed and enjoyed it behind closed doors. Yacht Rock enjoyed success on levels and in ways previously unattained by 101 shows, its title becoming a household phrase at radio stations, a bin at your local record store and a category on iTunes. But beneath its pop cultural triumph was an artistic one that often went undescribed: Yacht Rock's stories were always clever and sometimes downright genius in their assembly, weaving trivi...
Season 1
12 episodes
1. What a Fool BelievesLongtime Channel 101 bridesmaids J.D. Ryznar and Hunter Stair have finally entered Prime Time, and they've done it Batman style, straight through the skylight. Pilots that debut at #1 tend not to fizzle quickly; could Yacht Rock be a new House of C**bys?NRCC5minJun 26, 2005
2. Keep the FireHall and Oates go toe to toe with McDonald and Loggins in a back alley contest, with tragic results.NRCC5minJul 24, 2005
3. I'm Alrightshaken from smoothness by the wake of Koko's death, Kenny Loggins entertains the temptation of non-Yacht-rock.NRCC4minAug 28, 2005
4. RosannaA desperate Toto attempts to shanghai McDonald's career into a new age.NRCC5minSep 25, 2005
5. Believe in ItIn this very special Halloween episode, McDonald and Loggins must unite to protect smooth music from Michael Jackson "beating it."NRCC5minOct 30, 2005
6. "Big Rapids" Gary's Tales of Significant HistoryYacht Rock takes a turn for the even more historical.NRCC5minJan 29, 2006
7. I Keep Forgettin'A bet between Loggins and McDonald takes a decade and a gangsta to settle.NRCC4minFeb 26, 2006
8. Gino the ManagerHollywood Steve carries us back to Yacht Rock's very origins.NRCC4minMar 26, 2006
9. Runnin' with the DevilThe story of a Van Halen hit.NRCC5minMay 28, 2006
10. FMSteely Dan's feud with The Eagles resolves itself in a well-known song.NRCC4minJun 25, 2006
11. FootlooseThis special episode of Yacht Rock had it's west coast premiere at Channel 101's January 2008 Screening. Jimmy Buffet and the story of "Footloose." Enjoy!NRCC5minJan 27, 2008
12. Danger ZoneThis special finale episode of Yacht Rock screened at Channel 101 on April 24th, 2010.NRCC9minApr 24, 2010
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Yacht Rock
What can be said about Yacht Rock that hasn't been said by various magazines, newspapers and disc jockeys across the country? J.D. Ryznar and Hunter Stair's saga detailing the unknown mythical origins of a previously obscure genre of music struck the audience like a lightning bolt on its first episode, much like fellow 101 breakout House of Cosbys. Unlike HoC, however, Yacht Rock was never sued by its iconic characters' real life counterparts. In fact, it is said that at one time or another, just about every musician lovingly portrayed in the series has witnessed and enjoyed it behind closed doors. Yacht Rock enjoyed success on levels and in ways previously unattained by 101 shows, its title becoming a household phrase at radio stations, a bin at your local record store and a category on iTunes. But beneath its pop cultural triumph was an artistic one that often went undescribed: Yacht Rock's stories were always clever and sometimes downright genius in their assembly, weaving trivi...
Creators and cast
- Created by
- J.D. Ryznar, Lane Farnham, Hunter Stair
- Studio
- Channel 101
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
Where to watch
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