West Coast Music / AOR

West Coast Music is a popular Adult Oriented Rock (AOR) subgenera. AOR or Adult Contemporary (AC) is a popular genre of music that is based on vocals and heavy ballads. This music genre is based on rock influence though it has subgenera of soft, heavy, urban and religious AOR. The 1970s/1980s was period for release of many popular AOR / AC songs, many which continue to be played and listened to. What used to be “adult oriented” rock, is now expanding to fulfill all types of listener’s musical ears. Contemporary Jazz is another popular AOR subgenera that MusicTaste features.

Artists

Bobby Kimball

Joseph Williams

Joseph Williams

Albums

Tears - Joseph Williams BUY| LISTEN

tearsitunesimagesTears is a new album (recorded and released in 2007). This CD is actually the second half of a new, two-CD concept album called Smiles and Tears. Smiles consists of 12, classic hit songs performed by Williams, which are the happy, joyful songs – songs to smile about. Tears covers the other side of the emotional spectrum, containing 12 classic songs which reflect the heartaches and ups-and-downs of love relationships. more…


Smiles - Joseph Williams BUY | LISTEN

smilesitunesimagesSmiles is a new album (recorded and released in 2007). This CD is actually half of a new, two-CD concept album called Smiles and Tears. Smiles consists of 12, classic hit songs performed by Williams, which are happy, joyful songs – songs to smile about. more…


Two Of Us – Joseph WIlliams BUY | LISTEN

josephwilliams42itunesimagesWilliams is a soulful, expressive vocalist who has now recorded seven solo albums. His excellent album Two Of Us was released in 2006. This album features Williams singing beautifully on a collection of romantic hit songs, accompanied solely by pianist Jim Cox. more…


Naturally - West Coast All Stars BUY | LISTEN

itunesimagesNaturally was the second album the All Stars recorded (in 1998). On this album, they sing a variety of classic, pop and R&B hit songs from the 1970s. All of the songs are very appealing and enjoyable to listen to. There are many highlights, including: “That’s The Way Of The World” (originally recorded by Earth Wind & Fire); “How Deep Is Your Love”   more…


California Dreamin’ – West Coast All Stars BUY | LISTEN

itunesimagesCalifornia Dreamin’ was the first album the All Stars recorded (in 1997). On this album, they sing a variety of classic songs associated with the famous California pop sound. All of the songs are very appealing and enjoyable to listen to. There are many highlights, including: “California Dreamin’” (originally recorded by the Mamas and Papas); “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number” (Steely Dan); more…


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