Benztown to Syndicate Yacht Rock Radio

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | 2:02pm CT

Yacht Rock Radio

Benztown and Yacht Rock Radio have entered into a new syndication partnership that will expand distribution of the two-hour weekly program to radio outlets nationwide. Hosted by radio and television veteran Captain Adam, "Yacht Rock Radio" has added 20 affiliates in 2026 and is now heard on more than 122 stations, including KKDJ-FM, KDRF-FM and WOLX-FM. The show will be available through Benztown on both cash and barter arrangements.

Designed for Classic Hits, AC, Light Rock, Soft Rock, Oldies and Variety stations, the program features music from the late 1970s and early 1980s along with artist interviews, storytelling and pop culture. Featured artists include Michael McDonald, Toto, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross and Boz Scaggs.

"I'm looking forward to this voyage with Benztown to bring Yacht Rock Radio to more passengers from coast to coast," said Captain Adam. "So put on your Captain's Hat, and raise a glass, to the Yacht Rock Lifestyle pulling in to port at a marina, I mean radio station, near you."

Captain Adam also hosts and emcees Yacht Rock events around the country. He recently appeared at the two-day Yacht Rock Detroit festival and has been tapped as onboard host and emcee for "The Yacht Rock Cruise" aboard Celebrity Cruise Lines in September 2027.

"Captain Adam is the Daniel Day-Lewis of Yacht Rock; he fully commits to the role," said Benztown President Dave "Chachi" Denes. "He's a true method actor who doesn't just play Yacht Rock, he lives it, breathes it, and even orders his pina coladas in character."

Yacht Rock Radio Executive Producer Scott Jameson said the partnership will help bring the program to more stations as the genre continues to attract both longtime fans and younger audiences.

Affiliates will also receive a promotional package featuring localized liners and sweepers, along with social media content for on-air and online promotion.