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Robbie Dupree Talks Steal Away & Yacht Rock on SOUNDS
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In this classic SOUNDS OF FILM interview, Tom Needham speaks with musician Robbie Dupree.
Robbie Dupree, who grew up in Brooklyn, New York, is best known for his smooth pop hits “Steal Away” (No. 6) and “Hot Rod Hearts” (No. 15) from his 1980 self-titled debut album.
Influenced by R&B legends Marvin Gaye and Sam Cooke, he began his career performing in Greenwich Village with Nile Rodgers before moving to Woodstock, where he honed his songwriting.
In 1976, his song “When You’re Down” won the American Songwriting Festival Award for Best R&B Song.
In 1981, Dupree earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist. He later contributed “Girls in Cars” to Piledriver - The Wrestling Album 2 (1987) and continued recording, releasing Time and Tide in 2010. He also appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon as part of a tribute to yacht rock.
His music continues to be featured in films and television, proving the lasting appeal of his signature sound.
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