"Out of the Main" - A Yacht Rock Podcast

Eddy Cabello and Rick Such of Inside MusiCast return to the podcast for Part 2 of the Second Round of the March to Madness tournament. Time to finalize the “_________” 16. Tune in to see if their collaboration survives a knock-down, drag-out fight over some difficult matchups in which only the maddest survive! (And tune in to hear what we ultimately dub the seminal 16 in this tournament.) Our “brothers from others’ mothers” had so much insight to share that we have to break this round into two parts. Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Eddy Cabello and Rick Such of Inside MusiCast rejoin the podcast to help us whittle the March to Madness tournament down to the “_________” 16. Tune in to see if their collaboration survives a knock-down, drag-out fight over some difficult matchups in which only the maddest survive!  (And tune in to hear what we ultimately dub the seminal 16 in this tournament.) Our “brothers from others’ mothers” had so much insight to share that we have to break this round into two parts as well. Look for the dramatic conclusion next week! Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Rejoin the March to Madness, as we continue busting brackets with our all Steel Dan tournament (with a dose of solo Fagan thrown in) to see which song emerges as the yacht rock community’s fan favorite. Have you filled out your own brackets yet? Is your pick still alive? This week, it’s Pete Fogel, someone with very close ties to the mad scientists themselves, helping us pick the second side of the four-region field of 64. Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The annual Out of the Main tournament is back for a third run. This year, we are busting brackets with all Steel Dan matchups (with a dose of solo Fagan thrown in) to see which song emerges as the yacht rock community’s fan favorite. Fill out your brackets, pick your favorites, and tune in to see how your picks compare against those of our guest selection committee. This week, it’s Ben Montgomery, co-host of the Records Revisited podcast, helping us pick one side of the four-region field of 64. Tip off begins...now! Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map - Listener Derek's Coast 2 Coast: The Hi-Tech Edition Spotify playlist. References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Back by popular demand! A three-bout card, pitting artists against one another to determine the reigning champion — multiple artists, one song. How would you have scored these title fights? Echoes of Love Doobie Brothers vs. The Pointer Sisters Dancing Tonight Michael Johnson vs. Bill Labounty Tied Up Lee Ritenour vs. Olivia Newton John Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Shopping Wonder” Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The podcast explores the life, career and catalogue of yacht rock artist Greg Guidry. If you’re familiar with Guidry’s work, you will hopefully join us in appreciation and admiration. His was a life that took many turns, including a tragic ending. If Guidry is new to you, you’ll thank Listener Dave for suggesting we do the ole’ deep dive. Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Must Be the Weather by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of Christopher Cross’s second album, Another Page, Seeker Music has just released two new versions: a Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio version and another newly remastered version. What better reason to do another Album Focus episode to study the musical genius that went into the original recordings, so we can experience it all again in never-before heard sonic presentation? Stream the remastered releases here: seeker.fm/anotherpagerelease Check out the Dolby Atmos visualizer and simulator here: https://www.dolby.com/atmos-visualizer-music/ Recommended listening: “Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On” Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Can’t Stop by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Two yachty ladies enter, only one shall escape with the heavyweight title! It’s the title bout of GLOW! No, not the Gorgeous Ladies of Wresting from the 80s, silly...it’s the Gorgeous Ladies of Westcoast! John and Tom referee a 10-round knock-down, drag-out bout between Boz Scaggs’s Simone and Jojo to determine which is yachtier, which is better, and which should be crowned the Queen of the 1980 Middle Man LP! Let’s get ready to... Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: September by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom open Season 4 of Out of the Main where, for many, it all begins in west coast lore: the artistry and mastery of one Jeff Porcaro. Tune in to hear an analysis of what made Porcaro’s work true brilliance, beyond the mere notes put down on tape. We’ll break down some of his timeless and inimitable grooves, as well as his cerebral approach to drum-track composition. And of course, dem chops! It’s Artist Appreciation Week at this here yacht rock podcast. Let’s go to the tape! Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Adrian by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom take a brief hiatus from their announced longer hiatus for a Season 3 bonus episode, welcoming special guest Chuck Thompson (Executive Producer and Writer) to the show to discuss the just-released documentary “Sometimes When We Touch,” which chronicles the “Reign, Ruin and Resurrection” of soft rock, streaming now on Paramount+. Of course, no discussion of soft rock would be complete without a close examination of yacht rock. Tune in to hear why you should definitely subscribe and tune in! Lightning Round: Soft rock, not yacht rock? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: This Night Won’t Last Forever (Bill Labounty Cover) by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Our favorite convention from the late 70s and early 80s: Everything had a Christmas Special! And every year, they would rerun the same holiday special specials and we never got tired of them. It was tradition! Our yacht rock podcast should be no different! John and Tom scour music-dom for the yachtiest yuletide merriment to bring your season glad “tide”-ings, including songs from the era and modern buried treasures from classic yacht rock artists.Who’s on your yachty list? Tell us tunes, albums and compilations we missed on our Facebook page! facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Also, you thought Tom was kidding about the Fat Albert Christmas Special and the Star Wars Holiday Special? Think again! The Lightning Round (Christmas Edition): Is it Yacht, or Is It Not? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: Tom’s “A Very Yachty Christmas” playlist on Spotify The Yacht Rock Christmas YouTube playlist (210 videos and counting!) John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Wonderful Christmastime” by The Overnighters Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

As we wrap up our third season, John and Tom “clear the decks” of various and sundry they have backed up in the bilge, including Viewer Mail, Buried Treasures, clips and quips, and so much more. See you next season after the first of the year! Lightning Round: (Seasonally appropriate?) Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Never-Ending Story by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Grant Geissman joins the podcast, fresh off his first Grammy nomination for his 2022 release "Blooz." John and Tom cover everything from the Chuck Mangione years, to his extensive work as a session guitarist, to his work on TV and even in Mad Magazine! As is so often the case, the stuff you never knew about Grant is even more interesting that the stuff you do know. Learn and hear more at grantgeissman.com. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: The Only Thing That Matters by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Lance Hoppen of the band Orleans returns to Out of the Main to pick up where we left earlier off this summer: more fun facts! “New Star Shining” is a 2021 album release that is literally chock-full of fun facts and amazing anecdotes. How this album came to be is a remarkable yarn — one that Lance relays to Tom and John next to a roaring fire as they sip hot cocoa and egg nog. Join us...for a little Christmas WITH Orleans! Lightning Round: (Seasonally appropriate?) Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: "Santa's Coming for Us" by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Andy Platts (the young gun) and Shawn Lee (the silver fox) join the podcast to discuss their new album, Ticket to Shangri-La, their future plans, and their collective pasts that led the duo to become one of Modern Yacht’s most prominent fire keepers — Young Gun Silver Fox. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Adrian by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

TJ George of Demand Impact rejoins the podcast to help spread a little holiday cheer — all for a good cause! “Christmas Smooth: Artists and Songs Classic and New” is a just released compilation of seasonal songs performed by some of yacht rock’s biggest stars, along with selections from contemporary artists who are following in their footsteps. Tune in to hear the history of this amazing project, and to get a sampling of songs contributed by talented artists such as: Al Jarreau The Pointer Sisters Marc Jordan and Amy Sky Page 99 Featuring Dane Donohue Chris Christian Bruce Blackman of Starbuck Orleans, Featuring Fly Amero Derek Holt of Climax Blues Band Christian Gratz Patti Austin and Kirk Whalum August Red The Overnighters …and TJ George himself! Learn more, donate to the cause, and download the compilation in its entirety at https://demand-impact.org/albums/2/  This is the ONLY way to get your hands on this compilation of songs in its entirety, and it’s only available until January 1st! So, as they used to say in the late 70s and early 80s, DON’T WAIT…ORDER TODAY! --> Want even MORE Christmas Smooth? Check out Tom's "A Very Yachty Christmas" playlist on Spotify. Lightning Round: (Christmas Smooth, are they?) Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: "Santa's Coming for Us" by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yachtrockpodcast Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Dane Donohue rejoins the podcast to run through Side 2 of his yacht rock classic. Plus, ANOTHER sneak-peek listen to EVEN MORE NEW Dane Donohue music. PLUS, a minor “tease” of a major announcement coming this holiday season. Lots to unpack here! Check the previous episodes here: Side 1: LINK Our previous interviews with Dane: Part 1: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast/episodes/Episode-21-17-Special-Guests-Dane-Donohue-and-Keith-Barry-evknt7/a-a5c1d5h Part 2: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast/episodes/Episode-21-18-Dane-Donohue--Keith-Barry--Part-2-e100iov/a-a5dvvj1 Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Silver Bells by Page 99, featuring Dane Donohue Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

ane Donohue himself joins the podcast to run through an album focus on the 1978 yacht rock classic, his eponymously titled debut album. Plus, a sneak-peek listen to NEW music Dane is recording with John and other members of Page99. Coming soon? We sure hope so! Want to hear our original two-part interview with Dane and Keith Barry, the man behind “The Lost Prince of Yacht Rock” piece on Narratively? Check the previous episodes here: Part 1: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast/episodes/Episode-21-17-Special-Guests-Dane-Donohue-and-Keith-Barry-evknt7/a-a5c1d5h Part 2: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast/episodes/Episode-21-18-Dane-Donohue--Keith-Barry--Part-2-e100iov/a-a5dvvj1 Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: While the Music's On by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Trying to understand the Spotify algorithm is a fool’s errand (🛎 ding!), but John and Tom take their best shots anyway! (Wait...is that no coincidence?) Anyway...in a variation of the popular Out of the Main Game Show, the buoys 🛎 have a little fun this week, trying to stump each other by asking one another to guess which song Spotify considers to be a particular artist’s “#1” song (mostly yacht rock artists). This is often not the song that has the most Spotify spins, but for whatever reason, Spotify places at the top spot when you pull up that artist, likely based on recency, trends and other algorithm-relevant data Spotify has on our favorite artists. Many a head-scratcher here... Play along at home! There is no home version of this rendition of the Out of the Main Game Show, so you’ll have to tune in to the podcast to join the fun! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom veer off course again into the Bermuda Triangle and emerge in scary, spooky territory, in honor of Halloween 2022. Where will they end up? You’ll have to tune in to find out! Meanwhile, here is Tom’s Halloween on the Yacht Spotify playlist, if you’re into that sorta thing. Lightning Round: Halloween-Inspired Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Can’t tell you...that would give it away! Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The people have spoken! We went deep-sea diving to discover truly hidden gems, as presented by yacht rock lovers of the world...you! These are rare finds...so rare they never even charted. You may have never even heard of them. But all the more reason to never stop diving deep for those buried treasures! Want to add to the Spotify playlist? Have at it! Keep those gems from uncharted waters coming: Spotify Playlist Collab Link Here’s the original YouTube playlist for your listening pleasure: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT6_xLk1aaEpzjEBcljt4sTn9INPis9vT Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Tickin’ Away by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tom and John are joined by John Zaika, a documentary film maker and music producer who is in the middle of telling Bobby Kimball’s (Toto) life story. Slated for release in 2023, “Kite on a String" will feature found footage, interviews with the music icons who knew him best, and certainly some great stories, outstanding music, touching moments and captivating storytelling. Watch the original trailer: https://youtu.be/A3u9djIwBlU Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/4dOy7CMqrP8 Learn more: https://johnzaikamusic.com/ Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: For Imagination’s Sake, (Sons of Champlin cover) by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We know that yacht rock perfectly straddles the equator between the 70s and 80s (1976-1984), but does it define either decade? This week’s challenge, which we invite listeners to partake in, is this: Name three songs that define the 70s. Name three songs that define the 80s. Tune in to hear the guys’ selections, and see if you agree or diverge. Was there any overlap between their total of 12 songs? Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: You Own it All to Love, (Finis Henderson cover) by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

There’s much more to George Benson’s “Turn Your Love Around” than initially meets the ear. John and Tom do a deep-dive study on the history, theory, production and performances that made the George Benson classic. If you don’t know the story of how this song was written, there are a few details that add to the song’s lore, which you might not wanna miss. Courtesy of a listener suggestion submitted via Viewer Mail, we had a blast breaking this one down, so thanks for the suggestion! And keep ‘em coming! WATCH: Video of someone playing the David Paich synth bass line on the Mini Moog Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Lifeline by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Bertie Higgins, master of Marina Rock — or what he has dubbed “Trop Rock” — joins the podcast to talk about his road to success, 27 albums in the making of a career, and his unique brand of storytelling. From “Key Largo” to “Just Another Day In Paradise,” Higgins’ music stands the test of time, bringing yacht rock fans to a tropical paradise of sonic bliss. More fun facts and historical anecdotes abound, as does Bertie’s tips for the next generation of aspiring songwriters. And don’t miss the new Time-Life release of five new Bertie Higgins albums — four compilations and one re-issue. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Indian Summer by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Part 2 of our interview with Kenny Loggins picks up where we left off last week: talking about the process of collaborating to write your own memoir. There’s more yacht rock talk, more soundtrack discussion, more music-making behind-the-scenes, and looking back on Kenny’s entire career, up to present-day. Kenny even turns the microphone back on Tom and John, with a question of his own. Will be there be a Part 3?... Buy this book! https://www.amazon.com/Still-Alright-Memoir-Kenny-Loggins/dp/0306925362/ref=asc_df_0306925362/ Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Who’s Right, Who’s Wrong, Pages cover by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Fresh off the release of his autobiography, “Still Alright: A Memoir,” Kenny Loggins joins the podcast to discuss his life story, along with contributing writer Jason Turbow. John and Tom, over the course of two episodes, examine Kenny’s career, the personal life he so generously shares in his memoir, and of course, the music that transcends both time and genre. The book is fantastic, so pick it up today! Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Still-Alright-Memoir-Kenny-Loggins/dp/0306925362/ref=asc_df_0306925362/ Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Never-Ending Story by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tom and John analyze and celebrate their newest favorite term of art, “wire choir.” What seems to be a fixture in the vocabulary of yacht rock legends keeps popping up more and more, the moment you first acknowledge it and hear it. What is “wire choir?” How is it done? Guest insights: What are Peter Friestedt’s three favorite examples of wire choir? Who were the masters of the art? Let’s go the tape! Bountiful audio clips that represent our favorite applications of the technique. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Can’t Stop by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom go off sonar. Where will they end up? Nobody knows! Until of course, you tune in to find out... The guys debut a recurring episode format. We hope you like it, because we can never be sure if it’ll ever come back! Welcome...to the Bermuda Triangle... Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Tickin’ Away by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Perhaps the world’s biggest Pages fan, Mikael Engström joins Tom and John to recall the events that led to a major tribute to the legendary yacht rock band Pages. From the initial germination of the idea, all the way through to the live show, which included Richard Page and Steve George, among other connections to the original group, it was one stroke of luck (and hard work!) after another. Tune in to hear how it happened, what went into it, and the amazing chain of events that ensued! Listen and Watch: “Future Street” from the Pages Tribute January 24th 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FZ88Sx-V4A Lead vocals_ Lars Säfsund (Work Of Art) Guitar solo: Robert Säll (Work Of Art) “Who's Right , Who's Wrong” from the same night https://youtu.be/ThP5fdBkpYs "Two People" from Pages Tribute January 24th , 2020 https://youtu.be/XUoLHexV5mg Lead vocals: Oskar Nilsson "Room At The Top" Pages Tribute January 24th, 2020 https://youtu.be/16J8WG9-BXQ Lead vocals Lars Säfsund "Sesatia & Clearly Kim" from May 25 2019 https://youtu.be/bJh3fXmt60Q Lead vocals: Oskar Nilsson "If I Saw You Again" Pages Tribute January 24th, 2020 https://youtu.be/sv2u5wfv1WI Lead vocals :Quint Starkie The Sailor¨s Song" Pages Tribute January 24th, 2020 https://youtu.be/g0TOb-Igf6Y Lead vocals: Stefan Nykvist Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Who’s Right, Who’s Wrong Pages cover by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom go “in the trenches” with the founder and producer of “America’s Favorite Yacht Rock Band,” The Docksiders, Kevin Sucher and his bandmate and life-mate Erin. From three Grammys and multiple gigs and sessions with yacht rock royalty, culminating in a 40-week run in Las Vegas, the Docksiders got and brought the goods! Listen in to hear what caught the approving ear of our co-hosts as they attended a live performance on a gorgeous summer night in Michigan...with yachts looking on, no less! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunshine Melody by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

In an all-new “Song Focus” episode, John and Tom examine and analyze Toto’s “Rosanna” using isolated recordings of each instrument, track by glorious track. Starting with the Porcaro Shuffle, through the P-bass stylings of David Hungate, onto the Steve Lukather masterclass, and finally the lush, smooth sounds of the masterful vocals. They don’t make ‘em like this anymore, so let’s take the time to appreciate how and when they did! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sara (Restless Heart) by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

As requested by a listener, Tom and John provide their analysis on how vocals were recorded, arranged, performed and mixed during the era we commonly associate as the yacht rock years, including that of artists off of the boat as well. Lush harmonies were a staple of music making during the golden age, and we couldn’t have a podcast about yacht rock without diving in to melody and harmony! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Lifeline by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We asked the people, and the people responded! “What are your ‘Perfect 10’ yacht rock albums? Does this mean perfectly yachty or yachty albums that are perfect top-to-bottom? You decide! Tune in to hear what we heard from the #yachtrock community! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Can’t Stop by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Taking a quick breather from Orleans’s current national tour, current frontman and long-time bassist Lance Hoppen joins Tom and John to talk past, present and future of an iconic fixture of West Coast AOR. Fun facts abound! Things discussed: Touring with fellow legends of yacht rock in the modern era The bass lines of Orleans, especially “Dance with Me” The personnel shuffle The amazing turn of events that led to “Love Takes Time” Still the ones recording and touring after all these years Lightning Round WITH Lance Hoppen: Does It Float Your Boat? - “Spring Fever” Buried Treasures - “Dance with Me” (Early Klugh cover) Off the Map - “Dancing in the Moonlight” References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Never-Ending Story by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tom and John reach into the Viewer Mailbag to field questions from the listening audience. Thanks for sending us your suggestions for this #AskUsAnything episode, and keep the mail coming! Listen in to see if they manage to avoid some potentially dangerous naval mines! Of Note: Listener Jono's and Listener Richard's collaborative playlists: - One-Bar Wonder Cruise - Joint Cumulative Playlist Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: For Imagination’s Sake (Bill Champlin cover) by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom are joined by DJ Van Paugam, a subject matter expert on yacht rock’s distant cousin known as City Pop. Contemporary to our favorite genre, City Pop was born in Japan in the mid-70s, with a heyday that lasted about as long as yacht rock did. We learn about the genre’s origin, the crossover with yacht rock artists, and why the soundscape of City Pop is so close to that of the L.A. sound in the golden era of music production. Connect with Van and learn more: www.vanpaugam.com www.facebook.com/vanpaugam www.twitter.com/vanpaugam Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Sunrise on the Water” by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

An in-depth look at the origin, history and definition of what has come to be known as “proto-yacht” in the yacht rock circles, as originally defined by the creators of Yacht Rock. John and Tom try to identify the “Big Bang” that launched it all, dating all the way back to the prehistoric times prior to 1976. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Indian Summer” by Page99 (dropping in July) Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Nearly three years after embarking on a journey to explore, discover and celebrate yacht rock, John and Tom pause to reflect on what they’ve learned, how they’ve grown, and where they currently stand on “Yacht Rock”...as well as on, er...yacht rock. A look back in time produces some cringe-worthy moments, but if you can’t laugh at yourself...somebody else will! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Tickin’ Away” by Page99 (dropping in July) Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Alternatively dubbed “Brothers from Others’ Mothers,” this week’s episode welcomes fellow lovers of Westcoast music (and more!) to the podcast to hear the fascinating history behind Inside MusiCast. If you love music (whether yacht rock or not) as much as we do, you owe it to yourself to discover Inside MusiCast’s multimedia, omni-channel approach to celebrating the golden era of musical production. Please welcome founders Rick Such and Eddy Cabello to “Out of the Main!” It’s one part history lesson, one part coffee talk, one part game show! Learn more at www.insidemusicast.com and follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/inside.musicast. PRE-Lightning Round: What’s your favorite Toto deep cut? What’s your favorite Steely Dan deep cut? Which guitarist has the best clean tone? What’s one artist we’re not listening to, but should? Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Imagination’s Sake,” by Page99 Featuring Bill and Tamara Champlin (dropping June 10th) Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tune in for the dramatic conclusion of the Out of the Main Game Show with Part 2! Tom and John battle it out for maritime supremacy...who will be left standing? Play along and test your knowledge of #yachtrock, the yachtski scale and more, and see who will take the helm in the captain’s deck! All new games will be premiered, so don’t miss it! ...all to see who gets to play in the... The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The “Out of the Main” Game Show returns for a second season! John and Tom return to their late-70s-themed game show concept, complete with guessing games and yachtski scale face-offs, with the winner earning the right to play in the Lightning Round. Come on down, and play along with your version of the home game...without going over(board)! Rounds: Guess My Top Five Higher or Lower Who Scored Higher? Guess the Yachtski Scale Rating ALL NEW! “Name that _______” ...all to see who gets to play in the... The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tom and John welcome founding member and all-time drummer of one our favorite bands, Ambrosia, Burleigh Drummond to the podcast! They’re out on the road this summer and throughout 2022, which his where we start. Then, the guys hop in the wayback machine to the early 70s and the formation of the group, all the way through to present day...and into the near future! Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Never-Ending Story by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

A session cat’s session cat, Jerry Hey’s imprint and impact on yacht rock is undeniable. John and Tom guide you on a pleasure tour through the era-relevant history and vast catalogue of one of the most talented and prolific horn-section arrangers of all time. We take an ear to some of the tastiest horn stingers and singable brass melodies in all of music. Stay tuned to hear Jerry Hey go Beastmode! For your viewing AND listening pleasure, the video compilation you’ll never tire of: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzrA7sCPaq0 A HIGHLY Unorthodox Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Fantasy World, by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

In what will be the first of a new series, Tom and John launch their first-ever “Song Focus” episode, dissecting and discussing Ambrosia’s masterpiece “Biggest Part of Me.” We take a high-level look at the song contextually, then go through it measure-by-measure, from stem to stern. Pure bliss. But first: A quick examination of the Richard Marx catalogue? On a yacht rock podcast? You’d better believe it...personnel for days! The Lightning Round Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunshine Melody by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom were so taken with the making of “We Are the World” documentary, they just had to cover it on the podcast. Though the song itself is not yachty, there are a surprising amount of tie-ins to yacht rock, which makes it sea-worthy of exploration. Things Discussed: Yachty personnel (naturally) The history, the context and how it all came together The amazing writing, arranging and recording process Clever techniques, in and out of the booth Things you never knew about “We Are the World,” such as Where were Prince and Madonna? The solo sessions play-by-play: some came together...some didn’t! What happened next? Be sure to watch it for yourself. You won’t regret it. https://youtu.be/HVg_nG4RV_k A Way-Off-the-Map Lightning Round Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: The Only Thing That Matters, Page99 (Un-Released) Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Meet the man behind the yacht rock classic “Moonlight Feels Right” (amongst MANY buried treasures!), Bruce Blackman, who lead and founded the band Starbuck with marimba player Bo Wagner. Tom and John got an earful of interesting yacht rock lore, as they examine the stories behind Bruce’s book The Road to Moonlight Feels Right. We cover everything from the days before Starbuck hit it big, all the way through to modern day, discovering Bruce’s gift for lyrics and song writing is still very much alive and well! Things to Do and See: Learn more and buy the book at bruceblackman.com Discover The Lost Masters, a treasure trove of buried treasures Don’t forget to check out Bruce Blackman’s newest material as well! An All-Bruce-Blackman Lightning Round! Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Intro/outro music: “Never-Ending Story” by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Part 2 of our interview with Bill Champlin and Tamara Champlin picks back up on location before a yacht rock tribute live show in Dayton Ohio — “We Will Yacht You.” We start with some Chicago history then move forward all the way to present day...literally! Listen in to clips from our continuing conversation with the always entertaining and informative Bill and Tamara westcoast power couple. We covered a lot and learned a lot, and you will two. It’s not just The Champ...it’s The Co-Champs! Keep tabs on Bill and Tamara and check out Bill’s new record, “Livin’ for Love,” at billchamplin.com. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “For Imagination’s Sake” by Page 99 (featuring Bill and Tamara Champlin) Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tom and John catch up with Bill Champlin and Tamara Champlin on location before a yacht rock tribute live show in Dayton Ohio — “We Will Yacht You.” Listen in to clips from their conversation: everything from singing technique to songwriting to performing live and working in the studio. We covered a lot and learned a lot, and you will two. It’s not just The Champ...it’s The Co-Champs! Keep tabs on Bill and Tamara and check out Bill’s new record, “Livin’ for Love,” at billchamplin.com. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “For Imagination’s Sake” by Page 99 (featuring Bill and Tamara Champlin) Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Will buried treasures never cease? No, thankfully! Chris Christian has one of the most remarkable career stories you’ll ever hear—one that includes a wonderful foray into yacht rock in 1981. It seems like Chris knows everyone, has done just about everything, and recorded a yachty treasure that features just about every session cat you’ll ever want to hear. PLUS, Chris Christian himself chooses Tom’s “Off the Map” for the Lightning Round! Check out the Chris Christian website, chock-full with amazing stories and vintage photography, here: https://www.chrischristian.bio/ Pick up a copy of Chris's book, A Grandmother's Prayer, Moments in a Music Life  The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Fantasy World by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Treat yourself to an incredible story, an important cause, and an amazing lineup of personnel, collaborating to make a beautifully written and masterfully produced modern Westcoast record to raise money for charity, Demand Impact. Vernon Porter (of Kenny Loggins and more) teams with TJ George to assemble a star-studded cast that includes Bill Champlin, Richard Page, Michael McDonald, Tris Imboden, Lenny Castro, Bill Medley and many more. This story is both heart-wrenching and heartwarming, and you simply won’t believe how it all came together. Buy the album and support the cause here: https://demand-impact.org/albums/heroes-and-legends/ The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Me Shaped Hole by Bill Champlin Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZBG_7u5LO5Px94fzyO7ig Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We flipped the record over and broke down Side B of Kenny Loggins’ High Adventure album with legendary drummer Tris Imboden himself. Who better to dissect a masterpiece with than a member of the band who performed on the record? Put the needle down, and let’s continue... “Heart to Heart”’s all-star lineup and amazing bass line More back stories and inside scoops Track-by-track analysis for the second side Fun facts and interesting trivia A preview of an important project for a great cause: https://demand-impact.org/albums/heroes-and-legends/ Check out the sizzle reel for Tris Imboden’s Yacht Stars here: https://youtu.be/llkpcIIpcDov=llkpcIIpcDo The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunshine Melody by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Legendary drummer Tris Imboden rejoins the podcast to help Tom and John on a special album focus, breaking down Kenny Loggins’ High Adventure album. Who better to dissect a masterpiece with than a member of the band who performed on the record? Back stories and inside scoops Track-by-track analysis Fun facts and interesting trivia An update on Tris Imboden’s Yacht Stars, going out on the road this summer! Check out the sizzle reel here: https://youtu.be/llkpcIIpcDov=llkpcIIpcDo The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: September by Page 99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

If you haven’t explored the connection between yacht rock’s past and the current works of Peter Friestedt, you’re in for a treat! Peter is a modern-day artist who serves as the bridge from yesteryear to today, collaborating with the likes of Bill Champlin, Joseph Williams, the long list of yachty session players from back in the day, and many more! It’s more than keeping the fire...it’s carrying the torch! Learn more about Peter Friestedt and explore his catalogue here at www.peterfriestedt.se. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: When the Music’s On by Page 99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom welcome back Tommy Taylor for part 2 of our interview with, most notably, the drummer for the Christopher Cross band, to the podcast for a two-part conversation that spans Tommy’s career before, during and after Christopher Cross. Tune in to hear many clarifications and embellishments as triggered by Tommy hearing our Christopher Cross album focus episode from Season 2. You’ll also hear what Tommy’s up to today, including a brand new collaboration with legendary producer Michael Omartian! Plus, some further background on Tommy’s professional relationship with guitar legend Eric Johnson. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Must be the Weather, by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We are thrilled to welcome Tommy Taylor, most notably known to the yacht rock community as the drummer for the Christopher Cross band, to the podcast for a two-part conversation that spans Tommy’s career before, during and after Christopher Cross. Tune in to hear many clarifications and embellishments as triggered by Tommy hearing our Christopher Cross album focus episode from Season 2. You’ll also hear what Tommy’s up to today, including a brand new collaboration with legendary producer Michael Omartian! Plus, some further background on Tommy’s professional relationship with guitar legend Eric Johnson. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunshine Melody by August Red. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The third and final installment of our marathon conversation with yacht rock legend Jay Graydon—more stories, more insights, more laughs, more music... Highlights from Part 3: The story behind Jay’s album, “The Past to Present—the 70s” Working with (and without) Jeff Porcaro You’ll never guess who Jay says was the best singer he’s ever worked with More tricks of the trade The classic “After the Love Has Gone” story...with some new details from Jay himself. Make sure you check out the JaR project! All things Jay Graydon: https://www.jaygraydon.com https://www.jaygraydon.net https://www.jarzone.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jay-Graydon/272790622135 https://www.orangetreesamples.com The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map (even more so!) References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Nothing You Can Do About It (Airplay cover), by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom continue their conversation with Jay Graydon—composer, producer, session musician, artist...the list goes on and on. Highlights from Part 2: The Rhodes’ comeback in modern music Watch Stefan Olofsson do his Al Jarreau and Steely Dan medleys on the Rhodes (scroll down once you click that link) The Jay Graydon “sonicscape” that transcended artists and eras Listen to Jay’s KILLER solo on Steve Kipner’s “Knock the Walls Down” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqsv1m544xw&t=1980s And someone even wrote the music out to the solo in “The Ending!” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hcOSvNV-vE Marc Jordan’s Blue Desert Synching up Al Jarreau and the Jerry Hey horns The palm-mute and Jay’s list of the “best rhythm guitarists of all time” All things Jay Graydon: https://www.jaygraydon.com https://www.jaygraydon.net https://www.jarzone.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jay-Graydon/272790622135 https://www.orangetreesamples.com The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map (even more so!) References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Nothing You Can Do About It (Airplay cover), by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom were absolutely gobsmacked to welcome 12-time Grammy nominated, 2-time Grammy winning, and all around legend of music Jay Graydon to the podcast. Undeniably one of yacht rock’s greatest talents, Jay shares his tales from yesteryear, reveals a few tricks of his trade, and dives deep into what he’s up to today. Highlights from Part 1: The Grammy he earned but never received His forthcoming YouTube channel and tutorials for budding engineers and guitar players The curse and blessing that is Jay Graydon’s ear That time Marc Jordan gave Jay the finger The fable of the Fender E Rhodes How you can “play” the fabled E Rhodes today All things Jay Graydon: https://www.jaygraydon.com https://www.jaygraydon.net https://www.jarzone.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jay-Graydon/272790622135 https://www.orangetreesamples.com The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map (even more so!) References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Nothing You Can Do About It (Airplay cover), by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Tom and John kick off Season 3 of “Out of the Main” exploring when, why and how yacht rock went the way of the dodo (at least temporarily) in 1985. What was the day our favorite music died, and what killed it? Everything from technology advancements, to kulturkampf, MTV, the second British invasion, and changing tastes in music and pop culture more generally. The boat took on a lot of water, friends. Plus! New feature: The Supersonic Smash-Up! Try your hand: Can you name these five songs, in order? First one to get it right wins their choice of item from the Out of the Main Gear and Tackle Store. Discover, listen and enter your guesses on our Facebook post:  The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map (even more so!) References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Faded Memory Song by August Red. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Our favorite convention from the late 70s and early 80s: Everything had a Christmas Special! And every year, they would rerun the same holiday special specials and we never got tired of them. It was tradition! Our yacht rock podcast should be no different! John and Tom scour music-dom for the yachtiest yuletide merriment to bring your season glad “tide”-ings, including songs from the era and modern buried treasures from classic yacht rock artists.Who’s on your yachty list? Tell us tunes, albums and compilations we missed on our Facebook page! facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Also, you thought Tom was kidding about the Fat Albert Christmas Special and the Star Wars Holiday Special? Think again! The Lightning Round (Christmas Edition): Is it Yacht, or Is It Not? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: Tom’s “A Very Yachty Christmas” playlist on Spotify The Yacht Rock Christmas YouTube playlist (210 videos and counting!) John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Wonderful Christmastime” by The Overnighters Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

To wrap up Season Two of “Out of the Main,” Tom and John clear the decks (ding!) of various notes and conversation topics they’ve been collecting all year but never got to. From interesting anecdotes to factoids learned but never discussed, this episode as a little bit of everything: Things Discussed: Why would it take 81 takes to record one yacht rock song? Jeff Porcaro’s perfected pursuit of imperfection Chick Corea’s Cheap but Good Advice for Playing Music in a Grouop What is this Laurel Canyon we keep bringing up? Who are the most recorded drummers of all time? What if Bill Champlin had joined Toto? It would sound like this. What if Prince were a session cat from the yacht rock era? It would sound like this. Teaser announcements for Season 3 The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: I Know This Night Won’t Last Forever (Bill Labounty cover) by August Red. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Part 2 of our interview with Peter Beckett, the voice of yacht rock supergroup Player, is the subject of this week’s podcast, one of our favorites to date! Picking up where we left off last week... Things Discussed: How Peter came to join Little River Band full time Peter’s solo career, writing career, and even a cameo on General Hospital?! What’s next for Peter, and what we may have missed in the meantime. What in the Sam Hill is “Baby Don’t Come Back?” Yacht Rock Wines, and all the buzz that comes with it The Beatles story that started it all! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Harmony by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom are thrilled to welcome Peter Beckett, founding member and lead singer of the legendary yacht rock band Player, to the podcast. Back on the road appearing as Peter Beckett’s Player, the composer and singer of the international chart topper “Baby Come Back” covers what’s happening now, how it all began, and how he and others are “keeping the fire” to this day. Things Discussed: Peter’s own yacht rock origin story A chance meeting in Los Angeles that would lead to the formation of Player Touring and mingling with rock and roll legends of the era Hitting it big with “Baby Come Back” Celebrating the pinnacle of musicianship and studio production artistry Teasers galore for next week’s Part 2! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Harmony by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

A whole episode devoted to our Lightning Round concept of “Off the Map.” What do you miss when you’re only listening to yacht rock? What bands, genres and styles do you listen to that are way off the map, but maybe—just maybe—actually tie back to yacht rock after all? Things Discussed: What else from that same time period lights your fire? New Romantic and sophisti-pop’s surprising ties back to the dock The gifts of genius Jeff Lynne gave to the world during the yacht rock years Does the Minnesota sound tie back to yacht? Tom’s invented genre? Check out the Funkin’ Jams playlist on Spotify. ...which brings us back to Yacht Jazz! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunshine Melody (Isla Del Sol Edit) by August Red. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Let’s break down one of the essential elements of yacht rock: the half-time shuffle. With roots in swing music and early rock and roll, the straight shuffle has been a staple of music for generations. But in the yacht rock era, its kissing cousin, the half-time shuffle, became ubiquitous and essential to the west-coast sound, thanks to masters of the art like Jeff Porcaro, Steve Gadd, Bernard Purdie, Rick Marotta and others. John breaks down the mechanics, and together, we explore the finer applications of the half-time shuffle throughout the era—even outside of yacht rock! (Led Zeppelin?!). Follow along with this Spotify playlist, or just listen for your own enjoyment: https://open.spotify.com/user/121702868/playlist/06sRQMkPP3FY1HbvbJBcAK?si=eHumZrgORB2mRaz8joQtnw The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunrise on the Water by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Join us for the finals of Nyacht Invitational Tournament (NIT), presented by August Red. How did your bracket compare? Who was crowned the yachtiest of the nyachtiest? Did the prediction of Tommy the Swami come true? Listen in to find out! Our guest judge and jurist for the Finals is the fan favorite Kyle Lavelle, our third brother from another mother and the one of the most positive yacht rockers you’ll ever meet. Celebrity Lightning Round, Listener Kyle: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Round 2 of Nyacht Invitational Tournament (NIT), brought to you by August Red, marches forward. We’re letting 68 nyacht rock songs—the perennial also-rans of yacht rock-dom—face off in a tournament of attrition to see which tune can earn the right to be reconsidered as potentially sea-worthy. Still standing at the end of today’s episode: The Smooth 16! Our guest judge and jurist for Round 2 is the “cerebral” Derek Baker, friend of the podcast, yacht rock aficianado, and professor of all things music. Celebrity Lightning Round, Listener Derek: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We did our March Yachtness Tournment in the spring, now its time for its lower-card counterpart, the Nyacht Invitational Tournament (NIT), brought to you by August Red. We’re letting 68 nyacht rock songs—the perennial also-rans of yacht rock-dom—face off in a tournament of attrition to see which tune can earn the right to be reconsidered as potentially sea-worthy. Who will end up in Davy Jones’ Locker? Who will be forced to walk the plank? And who will survive and advance? Our guest judge and jurist for the second half of Round 1 is Meade Kendrick III, friend of the podcast, yacht rock aficianado, and moderator of Facebook’s largest yacht rock group. Here we go! Celebrity Lightning Round, Meade Kendrick III: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map (a Rick Roll!) References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We did our March Yachtness Tournment in the spring, now its time for its under-card counterpart, the Nyacht Invitational Tournament (NIT), brought to you by August Red. We’re letting 68 nyacht rock songs—the perennial also-rans of yacht rock-dom—face off in a tournament of attrition to see which tune can earn the right to be reconsidered as potentially sea-worthy. Who will end up in Davy Jones’ Locker? Who will be forced to walk the plank? And who will survive and advance? Our guest judge and jurist for the first half of Round 1 is Captain Alex G of Yacht Rock Miami. Let’s do this! Celebrity Lightning Round, Captain G: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map(s) References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The story you’ve never heard about the rise, the success, and the ultimate break up of the original Climax Blues Band has way more twists and turns than you might suspect, starting with a brush with The Beatles and Pink Floyd. Tom and John are joined on the podcast by Derek Holt, founding member, bassist, guitarist and song writer of “I Love You” and many more. He brings the back story, and we learn about a bona fide blues band that discovered the westcoast sound and became, er...”yachty.” The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Fantasy World, by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

We couldn’t do a series on album focuses without hitting on the iconic Silk Degrees album from Boz Scaggs. Listen in as John and Tom dissect and discuss one of the yacht rock’s true gems.......or is it? Things Discussed: History, context and tale of the tape Is it yacht, or is it nyahct? Personnel and the pursuit of perfection Track-by-track analysis Yes, it’s a masterpiece...regardless of how sea-worthy it is. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Must Be the Weather by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

If you even scratch the surface trying to explore the essence of true yacht rock, it won’t be long until you discover Marc Jordan. John and Tom had the privilege of chatting with Marc to hear his story, from the pre-yacht-rock years, through his westcoast recording career, along his journey as a song writer, and eventually making our way to present day. Stories and anecdotes NOT to be missed...PLUS!—a few more music drops than usual. Learn more at marcjordan.com. The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Nothing You Can Do About It (Airplay cover), by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Part 2 of our interview with Bill Schnee: John and Tom have the privilege and honor of welcoming legendary producer, engineer, mixer and genius mastermind Bill Schnee to the podcast. Discussing his yacht rock career and beyond (before and after), we cover the stories behind Bill’s memoirs as told in his not-to-be-missed book, “Chairman at the Board, Recording the Soundtrack of a Generation.” Bill’s storytelling will have you rapt in musical lore, both in the book and (hopefully) on episode 21.38! Be sure to unlock the bonus content at billschnee.com when you read the book! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Faded Memory Song, by August Red. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom have the privilege and honor of welcoming legendary producer, engineer, mixer and genius mastermind Bill Schnee to the podcast. Discussing his yacht rock career and beyond (before and after), we cover the stories behind Bill’s memoirs as told in his not-to-be-missed book, “Chairman at the Board, Recording the Soundtrack of a Generation.” Bill’s storytelling will have you rapt in musical lore, both in the book and (hopefully) on episode 21.37! Be sure to unlock the bonus content at billschnee.com when you read the book! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: September, by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

In an episode that focuses on the art of songwriting, John and Tom are joined by three decorated song writers whose paths crossed in various interesting ways, starting in the yacht rock era: Franke Previte, John DeNicola and Stacy Widelitz. From the founding of Franke and the Knockouts, through to a serendipity of their collaborations on the Dirty Dancing soundtrack, to what’s happening now, we cover three of the most interesting and accomplished songwriters of rock and roll. Did You Know: Franke and the Knockouts’ “Sweetheart” cracked the Top 10? Franke and the Knockouts had three “yacht-rock-era” records, including work that featured Jeff Porcaro and produced by legendary producer Bill Schnee (Steely Dan, among others)? A chance encounter with Patrick Swayze led to a 55-million-copy selling record? John’s chance collaboration with Franke would create a number-one hit sung by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes? Franke and the Knockouts originally wrote and recorded “Hungry Eyes” and “Time of My Life” for an album that never got released? Before joining Bon Jovi, Tico Torres joined Franke and the Knockouts? How Maroon 5 got discovered, and why that's relevant? All of that and much, much more! What They’re Doing Now: Franke: https://www.oneworldoursong.com/, “One World Our Song” from 2020 John: omadrecords.com, and his re-version of “Hungry Eyes” from 2020 Stacy: https://stacywidelitz.com All: Dirty Dancing Demos on Facebook And don’t miss the upcoming Taylor/Simon/King tribute concert on November 26, 2021! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Harmony, by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

The co-captains are feeling a little nyachty this week, as we segue out of the safe harbors of summer yacht rock season and into chillier climes of a September to come. Things Discussed: What makes a near miss...miss the mark? If you could change one thing in Song X, would that make a near miss yachty? Some examples: The Near Misses playlist on Spotify An Announcement! What’s coming this fall to Out of the Main? Tourney time again! The maritime border: The Official Yachtski Scale The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: September, by Page99. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Subject matter expert Erik Mattox from NuCoast Breeze and Westcoast Breeze joins the podcast to dive deep into the modern yacht rock artists who are carrying the torch from the keepers of the fire of yesteryear, intentionally producing music with a West Coast vibe and yacht rock flare. Things Discussed: Did the fire never really die out? Who was the first torch bearer, and when did they pick it up? Who are the Top 30 NuCoast artists we should have on our sonars that maybe we don’t? Check out Tom's 300-song+ Modern Yacht playlist on Spotify A NuCoast-inspired Lightning Round! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Faded Memory Song, by August Red. Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Inspired by a recent episode of Rick Beato’s YouTube series, a session they called “Better or Worse,” John and Tom tee up debatable statements for your and their consideration and arguing. Not hot takes…but Hyacht Takes! But first, some interesting Viewer Mail. Hyacht Takes Debated: David Foster is a more significant producer than Quincy Jones. Player is more famous than Ambrosia. Steve Lukather is a better guitar player than David Sanborn is a sax player. The grandfather of the session-cat model is Boz Skaggs, not Steely Dan. Minute by Minute is a more important album to Yacht Rock than Aja. Steely Dan is yachtier than Toto (full session catalogue included). The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Nothing You Can Do About It (Airplay cover) by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Part two of our conversation with legendary session and touring drummer Tris Imboden. In this installment, learn more about the Chicago years and since, including a major announcement about what's happening now! Things Discussed: How Tris learned and taught himself to play The Kenny Loggins Band years The Chicago era Other performances, sessions and tales from the road Jeff Porcaro, master prankster Breaking news! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: Follow Tris on Facebook and Twitter John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Sunshine Melody by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Legendary session and touring drummer Tris Imboden climbs aboard the yacht rock podcast, “Out of the Main,” to discuss the yacht rock years, what’s happened since, and—yes!—what’s happening now! Things Discussed: How Tris learned and taught himself to play The Kenny Loggins Band years The Chicago era Other performances, sessions and tales from the road Jeff Porcaro, master prankster Breaking news! The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: Follow Tris on Facebook and Twitter John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: Who’s Right, Who’s Wrong (Pages Cover) by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

A continuation of last week’s episode is Chapter 2 of John’s and Tom’s deep dive into the mastery, history and lustery of Steely Dan’s “Gaucho.” Check out the album’s place in the yacht rock pantheon this week on the Out of the Main podcast! Things Discussed: Historical context and references Overall texture and sonic genius Lyrical exploration Commercial and critical success Wendell, the first-ever “drum machine” How does this album represent L.A. mythology and drug culture? Tragedy strikes, and will Gaucho mark “the end?” Matt Tillotson does an analysis of Gaucho's lyrics and references. Track-by-track exploration and analysis The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Sunrise on the Water,” by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom book-end their Aja album focus episode with an episode diving deep into the mastery, history and lustery of Steely Dan’s “Gaucho.” Check out the album’s place in the yacht rock pantheon this week on the Out of the Main podcast! Things Discussed: Historical context and references Overall texture and sonic genius Lyrical exploration Commercial and critical success Wendell, the first-ever “drum machine” How does this album represent L.A. mythology and drug culture? Tragedy strikes, and will Gaucho mark “the end?” Matt Tillotson does an analysis of Gaucho's lyrics and references. Track-by-track exploration and analysis The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Sunrise on the Water,” by Page99 Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

John and Tom launch their late-70s-themed game show, complete with guessing games and yachtski scale face-offs, with the winner earning the right to play in the Lightning Round. Come on down, and play along with your version of the home game...without going over! Rounds: Guess My Top Five Higher or Lower Who Ranked Higher? Guess the Yachtski Scale Rating ...who gets to play in the... The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Sunshine Melodies,” by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast

Part 2 of the conversation about “Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music.” John regales Tom with countless stories and factoids, including a very interesting story about the difficulty in finding the “Doobie Bounce” during the recording of “What a Fool Believes.” Check out the life and times of one of the yachtiest producers of all time! Things Discussed in Part 2: Working with Nicolette Larson, Linda Ronstadt The “Lotta Love” connection to Ace’s “How Long” (check out the mashup!) The Doobies start to schism How to find/create “The Doobie Bounce” Working with Van Halen and it’s yachty crossover, “I’ll Wait!” Prince’s influence from Ted, and how it changed “Purple Rain” The Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Buy the Ted Templeman book today! Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main Intro/outro music: “Sunshine Melodies,” by August Red Find and Follow: The Mainland: YachtRockPodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yachtrockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/yachtrockpod Anchors Aweigh: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast