YACHT is an American dance-pop band from Portland, Oregon that merges music with technology, art, and philosophy. Originally the solo project of Jona Bechtolt, YACHT expanded to include Claire L. Evans as a co-lead vocalist when they released the album "See Mystery Lights" in 2009. The name YACHT is an acronym for "Young Americans Challenging High Technology," which reflects the band's ethos of integrating and interrogating the modern digital landscape within their art. Their music is playful, experimental, and often engages with themes of utopianism, futurism, and the relationship between humans and technology.

With a sound that fuses electronic, dance music, and indie pop, YACHT has carved out a distinctive space in the modern music scene. Their stage presence is known for its high-energy performances and engaging live shows that often feel like a blend of a concert and an art installation. Over the years, YACHT's discography has expanded to include several studio albums, as well as an array of remixes and b-sides that showcase their creative versatility. Tracks like "Two Heads," "Overboogie," and "(Downtown) Dancing" maintain their signature blend of catchy hooks and unconventional electronic soundscapes. With each release, including their recent offerings like the "Shangri-La: Remixes & B-Sides" and "See Mystery Lights: Remixes & B-Sides," YACHT continues to push the boundaries of their sound and their vision, creating a continually evolving auditory experience that attracts fans of innovative pop and electronic music.

Genres

Ai

Alternative Dance

Chillwave

Dance-punk

Indietronica

Neo-synthpop

New Rave

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Latest Release

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YACHT

Single - Released March 29, 2024