Yacht Rock is Mike’s Jam | Garrett Price, Director

In this laid-back but deeply insightful episode of Your Dark Companion, Mike Rhyner welcomes filmmaker Garret Price, director of the acclaimed Music Box: Yacht Rock: A DOCKumentary. Mike — a lifelong yacht rock fanatic and unabashed Steely Dan super-fan — dives into the making of the documentary, the genre’s roots, and the surprising cultural impact of some of the smoothest songs ever written.
They break down how yacht rock — that effortless blend of soft rock, jazz, and R&B — went from smooth grooves emanating out of late-’70s Los Angeles studios to being lovingly celebrated (and sometimes mercilessly joked about) decades later. Along the way, Garret shares what inspired him to tell this story, the challenges of interviewing legendary artists, and why a term originally coined for laughs became a full-blown music movement.
Whether you’re a die-hard Michael McDonald fan, think Kenny Loggins is national treasure, or just want to understand how songs like “Peg” and “What a Fool Believes” came to define a vibe, this episode has something for you. Expect behind-the-scenes anecdotes, genre history, and a look at how this documentary is reshaping the way fans and critics see yacht rock today.
👉 Watch the documentary — Music Box: Yacht Rock: A DOCKumentary
🎬 Stream on HBO Max / Max: https://www.hbomax.com/movies/music-box-yacht-rock-a-dockumentary/a06a30f0-9552-46e5-8827-510fb41eb1fb
— part of the Music Box series.
📺 Also available via Hulu with HBO Max included (U.S. streaming).
📺 Check availability & streaming options here: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/music-box-yacht-rock-a-dockumentary
— current where-to-watch guide.
📹 Trailer & doc clips on YouTube for a taste of what’s in store: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVYWVMfoNIk
Tune in and get ready to cruise through the sweet sounds, real stories, and surprising legacy of yacht rock — no captain’s hat required. ⚓🎶
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