ROCKtheYACHT®
awesome Yacht Rock Band for private parties & events
- where the music temperature is always in the smooth upper 70's to low 80's
About ROCKtheYACHT® Band
the people, music & reason for the ROCKtheYACHT® party band!
Founded by John Parker - The ROCKtheYACHT® band was formed from a love of Yacht Rock genre music by already successful musicians who have been previously successful & don't "need" to do anything - but LOVE to perform these great songs for fellow Yacht Rock music enthusiasts.
On TV's StarSearch following after the end of the Yacht Rock Era, bandleader & founder John Parker grew up with Yacht Rock music and has made his entire livelihood his entire working life performing for special events, such as Company Parties, Galas, Concerts, Casinos Weddings & more - John has performed for well over 2000 events with his band & has the ability to fit in with ANY crowd ANY time.
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John is well-spoken, professional, and very successful - He & his bandmates split their time in both the NorthEast & Florida - and they embody & love the "Yacht Rock Lifestyle"
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With the financial stability & lifelong reputation for FUN & excellent performances - YOU CAN COUNT ON JP & ROCKtheYACHT® for your Party or Event!
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See John Parker on LinkedIn for 100's of endorsements!
John ~aka "Skipper"
Capitan, Lead Vocals, Keys, Keytar
On TV's StarSearch as male vocalist in the Yacht Rock music era, JP is the Skipper, and high energy lead vocals of the ROCKtheYACHT® experience!
Gary ~aka "Thurston"
First Mate, Drums, Percussion
First Mate Gary has been with JP's band for over 15 years and when not battening the hatches, provides the rhythmic propulsion for the Yacht!
Brad ~aka "Gilligan"
Purser, Keys, Guitar, Vocals
Stuck on his island with Skipper JP for over 20 years, Brad is a musical & vocal wizard who's love of Yacht Rock keeps the vessel off the rocks!
Sara - aka "Julie"
Cruise Director, Lead Vocals. Keys
Amazing vocals, keyboards & awesome energy -along with a big love for Yacht Rock, Cruise Director Sara has sung with John Parker for over 15 years.
Luke - aka "Gopher"
Yeoman, Vocals. Guitars, Bass
When not manning the portal, Luke's screaming guitar leads & smooth rhythms crystalize the RTY sound.
The "Ascot Horns"
Activities, Sax, Trumpet, Bone
Whether wearing blue blazers and Ascots, or casual garb, our horns REALLY add to the YachtRock sound
Richy aka "Doc"
Boat Physician, Percussion
A lifelong drummer, ship doctor & tanning enthusiast, Richy's exciting percussion style really adds to the spice & energy in 7 piece & larger sizes,.
Ginger & Marianne
Vocals, Dancing, Merriment
Standard with 11 piece band, Ginger & Marianne are 2 talented vocalists that make the sound & energy SO much more when their vocals add to the show!