Yacht Rock

What can be said about *Yacht Rock* that hasn't already been covered by various magazines, newspapers, and disc jockeys across the country? J.D. Ryznar and Hunter Stair's series, which explored the mythical origins of a previously obscure music genre, resonated strongly with audiences from its first episode, much like the fellow 101 breakout *House of Cosbys*. Unlike *House of Cosbys*, however, *Yacht Rock* was never sued by the real-life counterparts of its iconic characters. In fact, it is said that at one time or another, just about every musician portrayed in the series has witnessed and enjoyed it behind closed doors. *Yacht Rock* achieved levels of success previously unseen for 101 shows, with its title becoming a household phrase at radio stations, a bin at local record stores, and a category on iTunes. Beneath its pop cultural triumph was an artistic one that often went undescribed: *Yacht Rock*'s stories were always clever and sometimes downright genius in their assembly, weaving trivia into its narrative fabric.

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