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Backyard BBQ

The "Backyard BBQ" playlist is like stepping into a sun-soaked afternoon surrounded by good friends, the smell of food on the grill, and an endless stream of classic tunes. Kicking off with the lively "Saturday in the Park" by Chicago, this collection brings together a rich tapestry of hits from the '70s and '80s, perfectly curated for laid-back vibes. You’ll find a little bit of everything here, from the rock anthems of Aerosmith’s "Sweet Emotion" to the soulful serenades of Al Green’s "Take Me to the River."

It's a nostalgic journey that doesn’t skimp on variety, ensuring there’s something to match every moment, from flipping burgers to chilling with a cold one as the sun sets. Artists like Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder, and The Rolling Stones provide the backdrop to those unforgettable summer evenings. Whether it’s the upbeat grooves of "Listen to the Music" by The Doobie Brothers or the contemplative melodies of Carole King’s "It's Too Late," this playlist has you covered. It's the ultimate soundtrack for any backyard BBQ, where the tunes are just as important as the food and company.

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Aerosmith 1 track
Al Green 1 track
Allman Brothers Band 1 track
America 1 track
Bill Withers 1 track
Billy Joel 1 track
Billy Paul 1 track
Bob Seger 1 track
Bonnie Raitt 1 track
Boston 1 track
Boz Scaggs 1 track
Bruce Springsteen 1 track
Buffalo Springfield 1 track
Carly Simon 1 track
Carole King 1 track
Chicago 1 track
Commodores 1 track
Creedence Clearwater Revival 1 track
Crosby, Stills & Nash 1 track
Daryl Hall & John Oates 1 track
David Bowie 1 track
Dobie Gray 1 track
Dolly Parton 1 track
Don McLean 1 track
Eagles 1 track
Eddie Money 1 track
Electric Light Orchestra 1 track
Faces 1 track
Fleetwood Mac 1 track
Free 1 track
George Harrison 1 track
Grand Funk Railroad 1 track
Harry Chapin 1 track
Heart 1 track
Hues Corporation 1 track
Jackie Wilson 1 track
Jackson Browne 1 track
James Taylor 1 track
Joe Cocker 1 track
John Denver 1 track
John Mellencamp 1 track
Johnny Bristol 1 track
Journey 1 track
Kansas 2 tracks
King Harvest 1 track
Linda Ronstadt 1 track
Little River Band 1 track
Looking Glass 1 track
Manfred Mann's Earth Band 1 track
Nicolette Larson 1 track
Orleans 1 track
Otis Redding 1 track
Paul Simon 1 track
Peter Frampton 1 track
Prince 1 track
Pure Prairie League 1 track
REO Speedwagon 1 track
Redbone 1 track
Rita Coolidge 1 track
Steely Dan 2 tracks
Steve Miller Band 1 track
Stevie Wonder 1 track
Teddy Pendergrass 1 track
The Beatles 1 track
The Doobie Brothers 2 tracks
The Dramatics 1 track
The Five Stairsteps 1 track
The Hooters 1 track
The Isley Brothers 1 track
The Rolling Stones 1 track
The Spinners 1 track
The Staple Singers 1 track
Three Dog Night 1 track
Todd Rundgren 1 track
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers 1 track
Traveling Wilburys 1 track
Yusuf / Cat Stevens 1 track