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music1 year ago

HBO's 'Yacht Rock' Doc Revives the Smooth Sounds of the '70s and '80s

HBO's new documentary "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary" explores the resurgence of the smooth, melodic music genre known as yacht rock, featuring bands like Steely Dan, Toto, and Christopher Cross. Initially coined in a 2005 web series, the term "yacht rock" has since gained popularity, leading to a revival of interest in these artists. The documentary, directed by Garret Price, delves into the genre's roots in R&B, soul, and jazz, and its influence on modern musicians. Despite some initial resistance, many artists have embraced the renewed attention.

"Steely Dan Keyboardist Jim Beard Passes Away at 63"
obituary2 years ago

"Steely Dan Keyboardist Jim Beard Passes Away at 63"

Jim Beard, keyboardist for Steely Dan and renowned musician, has passed away at the age of 63 due to complications from a sudden illness. Throughout his career, Beard collaborated with jazz legends, toured globally, and had his music productions and compositions nominated for multiple Grammy awards. He joined Steely Dan in 2008 and was known for his musical incisiveness. Beard is survived by his two children, mother, brother, and sister. Many musicians mourned his death, remembering him as a gentle soul and an inspiration to many.

"Steely Dan Keyboardist Jim Beard Passes Away at 63 Due to Sudden Illness"
obituary2 years ago

"Steely Dan Keyboardist Jim Beard Passes Away at 63 Due to Sudden Illness"

Jim Beard, the longtime keyboardist for Steely Dan, passed away at age 63 due to complications from a sudden illness. Known for his prolific career in jazz music, Beard also collaborated with contemporary artists and won a Grammy Award in 2007. His musical legacy includes touring with Steely Dan and working with renowned jazz artists, as well as teaching at esteemed music institutions. He is survived by his son, daughter, mother, brother, and sister.

"R.E.M., Timbaland, and Steely Dan Inducted into 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame"
music2 years ago

"R.E.M., Timbaland, and Steely Dan Inducted into 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame"

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its 2024 inductees, including R.E.M., Timbaland, and Steely Dan, with the induction ceremony set for June 13th in New York City. The chairman emphasized the importance of songwriters in the music industry and highlighted the diversity and unity across genres, ethnicity, and gender among the inductees. The invite-only ceremony, known for its memorable performances, remains a closely guarded event within the music industry.

Eagles Extend Farewell Tour with New Dates
music2 years ago

Eagles Extend Farewell Tour with New Dates

The Eagles have announced additional dates for their ongoing final tour, The Long Goodbye. The band has added shows in Arizona, Texas, Illinois, Florida, and Ontario, joining the previously announced Los Angeles dates. Steely Dan, who had to drop out of the tour due to frontman Donald Fagen's illness, is set to rejoin the Eagles on November 2. The tour also features support from The Steve Miller Band and Sheryl Crow. Tickets for the newly announced dates are available for pre-sale on November 1.

Eagles Extend 'Long Goodbye' Farewell Tour with Additional 2024 Dates
music2 years ago

Eagles Extend 'Long Goodbye' Farewell Tour with Additional 2024 Dates

The Eagles have extended their "Long Goodbye" farewell tour into 2024, adding new dates featuring special guest Steely Dan. The tour will include concerts in Phoenix, Austin, Houston, Hollywood (FL), Chicago, and Toronto. Ticket pre-sales begin on November 1st, with a public on-sale following on November 3rd. The Eagles' tour, which started in September, will continue into 2025, and the band plans to perform as many shows as their audience demands.

The Eagles' Farewell Tour: A Contradictory Check-Out
music2 years ago

The Eagles' Farewell Tour: A Contradictory Check-Out

The Eagles have announced their 2023 farewell tour, titled "The Long Goodbye," which will mark the band's final run after over 50 years of touring. The tour will kick off on September 7th at Madison Square Garden and is expected to continue through 2025. Steely Dan will be the opening act for each show. Tickets can be purchased through Live Nation's pre-sale on July 12th and general on-sale on July 14th.

The Eagles' Long Goodbye Tour: Tickets, Locations, and Contradictions
entertainment2 years ago

The Eagles' Long Goodbye Tour: Tickets, Locations, and Contradictions

The Eagles have announced their 2023 farewell tour, titled "The Long Goodbye," which will be their final run after over 50 years of touring. The tour will kick off on September 7th at Madison Square Garden and will include stops in cities such as Boston, Newark, Denver, and Atlanta. Fellow Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, Steely Dan, will be opening for The Eagles on this tour. Tickets can be purchased through Live Nation's pre-sale on July 12th and general on-sale on July 14th.

The Eagles bid farewell with 'The Long Goodbye' final tour
entertainment2 years ago

The Eagles bid farewell with 'The Long Goodbye' final tour

After 52 years as a band, The Eagles have announced their "final" tour, titled "The Long Goodbye," which will kick off on September 7 in New York. The band expressed gratitude for their long and successful career, stating that "everything has its time, and the time has come for us to close the circle." The tour will feature 13 stops, including cities like Boston, Atlanta, and Denver, and will continue into 2025. Steely Dan will open for The Eagles during the tour. Presale tickets and VIP packages will be available starting July 12.

The Eagles' Final Tour: Dates, Locations, and Tickets
entertainment2 years ago

The Eagles' Final Tour: Dates, Locations, and Tickets

After 52 years as a band, The Eagles have announced their "final" tour, titled "The Long Goodbye," which will kick off on September 7 in New York. The band expressed gratitude for their long and successful career, stating that "everything has its time, and the time has come for us to close the circle." The tour will feature 13 stops, including cities like Boston, Atlanta, and Denver, and will continue into 2025. Steely Dan will open for The Eagles during the tour. Presale tickets and VIP packages will be available starting July 12.