TROPICAL, YACHT & 80S ROCK
Where the breeze meets the groove
Trimaran is a trio drawn from Beadhead — Portland's yacht rock outfit with a following built on audience connection, musicianship, and the undeniable pull of Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald, and the smoothest radio moments of a golden era.
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With a smaller footprint designed for intimate venues, Trimaran brings the full warmth of the sound in a more conversational package — perfect for vineyard evenings, cocktail hours, corporate receptions, and club residencies where the music should delight without overpowering.
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We also feature a sampling of Chris Timberlake's original songs that sit seamlessly alongside classics, giving each set a fresh dimension while honoring the traditions that make this music timeless.
Chris Timberlake
LEAD VOCALS & ORIGINALS
The voice at the heart of Trimaran. Chris brings a warm, expressive lead vocal shaped by decades of performing and a catalog of original songs that feel at home in the yacht rock tradition.
Steve Karakas
KEYBOARDS
Steve's keyboard work supports the groove— rooted in the sounds of the era — from Rhodes warmth to shimmering synth textures.
Mike Suffin
GUITAR
Mike's guitar playing channels the session-player finesse that defined the genre — melodic leads, sophisticated chord voicings, and a tone that just feels right.
The Songs That Make the Moment
Explore our collection of songs and enjoy the melodies that define our sound.
Sara Smile -- Hall & Oates
On and On -- Stephen Bishop
You Belong to Me -- Carly Simon
Dreams -- Fleetwood Mac
What You Won't Do For Love --Bobby Caldwell
Angel From Montgomery -- Bonnie Raitt
Just the Two of Us -- Bill Withers​
Rikki Don't Lose That Number --Steely Dan
I Can't Make You Love Me -- Bonnie Raitt
After the Love Has Gone --Earth Wind & Fire
Desperado -- The Eagles
Harbor Lights --Boz Skaggs
I Keep Forgetting' -- Michael McDonald
Sailing -- Christopher Cross
I'll Be Around -- The Spinners
Let's Stay Together --Al Green
It Keeps You Running --Doobie Bros.​​​
I Can't Tell You Why -- The Eagles
Nick of Time -- Bonnie Raitt
Blue Bayou -- Linda Ronstadt
I'll Be Over You -- Toto
Trip Around the Sun --Bufffett & McBride
A Collection of Originals by Chris Timberlake
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WHY BOOK TRIMARAN
For venues where the vibe is the product.
Universal audience appeal
These songs belong to everybody. Boomers recognize them, Gen X loves them, and younger guests discover them. Nobody sits out a Doobie Brothers groove.
Plug-and-play professionalism
Experienced players from Beadhead who know how to read a room, manage volume, and make every event feel effortless. No drama. No babysitting required.
Intimate-scale sound
Three players, one great sound system. No truck, no crew — just the music. Perfect for indoor rooms, patios, and barrel rooms where a full band would overwhelm.