#AudioMo Day 24: Celebrating Midsummers Day With The Smooth Sounds Of Yacht Rock

Episode 913  ·  Jun 28, 10:48 PM
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An introduction to Audio Mo and the challenge to create audio daily throughout June kicks off the episode. A personal reflection on Midsummer's Day sets a relaxed tone before diving into the Yacht Rock genre. Initial unfamiliarity with Yacht Rock sparks curiosity about its origins, which traces back to a viral moment in 2005. A curated playlist featuring artists like Kenny Loggins, Donald Fagan, and Christopher Cross highlights the essence of Yacht Rock. The significance of Christopher Cross is emphasized, particularly with his iconic track 'Sailing' being introduced as the closing song.

Chapters:
00:00:12 - Introduction to Audio Mo
00:00:47 - Personal Reflection on Midsummer's Day
00:01:39 - Origin of Yacht Rock
00:02:28 - Significance of Christopher Cross
00:13:40 - Closing Song Introduction

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