Yacht parties · Dockside soirees · Outdoor summer concerts · Corporate events · Wedding cocktail hours · Festivals · Retro theme nights · Any event where smooth grooves and good vibes are requiredYour Ultimate Yacht Rock Experience
All aboard for smooth sailing and even smoother tunes!
The Love Boat is your first-class ticket to the golden age of yacht rock—where every chord is silky, every harmony is tight, and every show is a sunset cruise for the soul.
With captain’s hats on and sleeves rolled up, this crew of seasoned musicians delivers the soft rock classics you love—think Toto, Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, Hall & Oates, and Kenny Loggins—all with a wink, a wave, and a whole lotta style.
Part of the Machine Entertainment Family
The Love Boat isn’t just another cover band—it’s the latest smooth sailing venture from Bart Hafeman, the creator and frontman of Portland’s legendary Hit Machine. As part of the Machine Entertainment family, The Love Boat brings the same commitment to world-class musicianship, professionalism, and unforgettable live experiences that have made Hit Machine a Northwest favorite for decades.
When you book The Love Boat, you’re not just getting an incredible yacht rock band—you’re getting the gold standard in entertainment, backed by years of experience, top-tier talent, and a reputation for filling dance floors and creating memories.
Smooth never sounded so good. Welcome aboard.
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Whether you’re sipping cocktails dockside or dancing under the stars, The Love Boat brings the breezy, carefree vibes of the late ’70s and early ’80s to life with pitch-perfect musicianship and irresistible charm.
Grab your aviators, pop that collar, and get ready to set sail—The Love Boat is boarding now. Smooth is not just a sound… it’s a lifestyle.
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Ready to Set Sail?
Book The Love Boat for your next event and let the good times roll in on a wave of soft rock classics.
Love Boat Song list
Setlist Sneak Peek:
Africa, Peg, What a Fool Believes, Rich Girl, This Is It, Ride Like the Wind, Sailing, Rosanna, How Long, Lowdown, and many more yacht rock classics…
Want the full setlist? Just ask when you book!