Soft Rock

Soft rock is a genre characterized by its mellow, laid-back sound, often featuring acoustic instrumentation, lush vocal harmonies, and a focus on melody. Emerging in the 1970s, soft rock evolved from folk, country, and classic rock influences, with artists incorporating elements of jazz, soul, and R&B. The genre reached its peak popularity during the late 1970s to early 1980s, with its polished production and catchy hooks captivating a wide audience. Soft rock played a significant role in shaping adult contemporary music and influencing later genres like yacht rock and easy listening. Distinguished by its emphasis on vocal-driven songcraft, soft rock sets itself apart from its harder-edged rock counterparts, while its blend of folk and pop sensibilities also differentiates it from more experimental or avant-garde styles.

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Zen for Dogs
Album - 10 Tracks - Released November 10, 2025

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Abe Parker
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Benjamin Steer
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Charlotte Wessels
Chris Lanzon
Chris de Sarandy
Conor Byrne
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Ed Sheeran
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Eliad Cohen
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Fabrício Martins
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Gaby Domingo
Hanna Gravdal
Hayes Warner
Henry Moodie
Idun Nicoline
Insecure Men
Jack Johnson
Jason Werkman
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Jeff Larson
Jesse Harris
Jessica Allossery
Jillette Johnson
Jim Keller
John Lennon
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Joseph Vincent
Judd Harris
Julian Lennon
Juliana Hale
Kagamine Len
Katha Rosa
Kavita
Kino Rose
Kyle Hume
Lennie Weston
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Luke Callahan
Mackenzy Mackay
Mannymore
Mark Ambor
Mark Daly
Michael Patrick Kelly
Oda Rose
Odhran Murphy
Paul McCartney
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Raymond Revel
Richard Marx
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Roberta Flack
Roger Swift
Rosell
Ry Rivers
Sebastian Krumbiegel
Sergej Pajic
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Stephen Dawes
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Sunil Bhati
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