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Beach Boys 'Made In California' Box Set Announced

Dave Swanson — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:06:25 +0000

Last year, as the Beach Boys kicked off their 50th anniversary celebration, a multi-disc box set was supposed to be part of that. It was put on hold, until now. ‘Made In California’ was originally announced to be released in early 2012 as the kick off of the 50th celebration. A variety of issues held [...]

Brian Wilson To Hit The Road with Fellow Beach Boys David Marks and Al Jardine

Dave Swanson — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:50:06 +0000

Not one to let Mike Love have the upper hand, Beach Boys leader Brian Wilson is hitting the road with fellow Beach Boys members David Marks and Al Jardine this summer. The trio have announced seven dates (listed below), with a promise of more to follow.

Brian Wilson, Jeff Beck Confirmed For Rock n Roll Fantasy Camp

Ken Kelley — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:52:53 +0000

Earlier this month, it was announced that Def Leppard would be joining Rock n Roll Fantasy Camp in Las Vegas from April 4 through 7. Just yesterday, two other music heavyweights have been confirmed for the April 18 through 21 edition of the camp: Brian Wilson and Jeff Beck.

James Taylor and Former Beach Boy Dennis Wilson's Movie 'Two-Lane Blacktop' Reissued

Jeff Giles — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:06:24 +0000

A cult classic almost since its release more than 40 years ago, director Monte Hellman's 'Two-Lane Blacktop' -- featuring James Taylor and former Beach Boy Dennis Wilson in their only acting roles -- is getting the deluxe reissue treatment today (Jan. 8).

30 Years Ago: Brian Wilson Fired from the Beach Boys

Jeff Giles — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:06:53 +0000

Last month, we watched the happy vibes surrounding the Beach Boys' 50th anniversary tour evaporate amidst reports that Mike Love had dismissed Brian Wilson and Al Jardine from the lineup. Of course, this isn't the first time Wilson and Jardine have been fired from the band; in fact, Wilson was shown the door 30 years ago today (Nov. 5).

The Beach Boys Announce 50th Anniversary Tour DVD

Billy Dukes — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:13:03 +0000

The Beach Boys captured highlights of their 50th anniversary tour for a new DVD and Blu-ray set to be released on Nov. 20. 'The Beach Boys: Live in Concert -- 50th Anniversary Tour' features 21 well-known hits and new songs from their 'That's Why God Made the Radio' album released earlier this year.

Beach Boys' Brian Wilson: 'It Sort of Feels Like We're Being Fired'

Chad Childers — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:06:05 +0000

The Beach Boys reunion hit a snag when vocalist Mike Love decided to keep the band out on tour this fall, but not with the full lineup. Brian Wilson is one of the three members who toured this summer but who weren't invited to be part of the fall run, and the co-vocalist has responded to Love's comments that he didn't "fire" the other members.

Beach Boys' Mike Love Plans Tour Without Key Band Members

Dave Swanson — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 18:36:56 +0000

The final notes are set to ring out on the Beach Boys' 50th Anniversary Tour this week in London, but discontent is starting to set in amidst talk that singer Mike Love intends to tour under the Beach Boys name without guitarists Al Jardine and David Marks and co-vocalist Brian Wilson.

Beach Boys Announce Massive Reissue Campaign With 12 Studio Albums and Two Compilations

Dave Swanson — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 12:44:50 +0000

The celebration of the Beach Boys‘ 50th anniversary rolls on! Capitol Records has announced it will be launching yet another massive re-issue campaign for the legendary Californian band. The lead-off releases in this series are two new greatest hits packages. For the timid, there is ‘The Beach Boys Greatest Hits,’ a compact 20-track collection of [...]

Beach Boys Documentary to be Released on DVD and Blu-ray

Dave Lifton — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 12:27:01 +0000

A documentary celebrating the Beach Boys‘ 50th anniversary will soon be available. ‘The Beach Boys: Doin’ it Again’ will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Aug. 28. The 60-minute documentary, which has already aired on PBS stations across the country, finds Brian Wilson, Bruce Johnston, Al Jardine, David Marks and Mike Love talking about [...]

Beach Boys Covers Collected for 'Good Vibrations: The Beach Boys Songbook' CD

Chad Childers — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:17:03 +0000

Everyone’s happy that the Beach Boys are back in action this summer, and Sony Music Japan want to mark the occasion by offering a brand new tribute collection. ‘Good Vibrations: The Beach Boys Songbook’ is a set of 25 covers of Beach Boys classics performed by artists on the Sony family of labels.

Beach Boys Passing the Good Vibes to the Next Generation in the 'That's Why God Made the Radio' Video

Chad Childers — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 18:21:46 +0000

Summer’s almost here, and how great is it that the Beach Boys are back with their own brand of summer goodness? They may be in their golden years, but that won’t stop California’s favorite sons from taking us out to the beach just in time for some summer fun. The band’s latest video, ‘That’s Why [...]

Beach Boys, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen Rock First Weekend of Jazz Fest

Dave Lifton — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:40:03 +0000

In recent years, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, or simply, JazzFest, has grown beyond its roots as the nation’s premier showcase for the city’s unique contributions to American music. While it still features plenty of jazz, blues, Cajun, soul, gospel and funk, the festival now brings in some of the biggest names in classic rock as headliners. The first weekend saw the Beach Boys, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band close out each day’s musical festivities.

Hear A Clip Of The New Beach Boys Song [Video]

Chris Allen — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:24:13 +0000

The Beach Boys Celebrate their 50th Anniversary this year, and they have decided to make a new album together, and not change the recipe for making music. I have found a clip for you to hear.

The Beach Boys have unveiled a clip of "That's Why God Made the Radio," the first single off their reunion album that's due to hit shelves this summer.

Beach Boys Announce New Album Release Date

Billy Dukes — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:01:34 +0000

It’s been over two decades since the Beach Boys worked together, but fans anticipating their new album won’t have to wait much longer. At the end of a promotional video for their new single ‘That’s Why God Made the Radio,’ the band announces that ‘The Beach Boys 50′ will be available on June 5.

Beach Boys Reunite to Perform 'Good Vibrations' at the 2012 Grammy Awards

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:25:42 +0000

The Beach Boys, complete with their long-absent resident songwriting genius Brian Wilson, reunited on the stage of the 2012 Grammy Awards to perform their majestic single ‘Good Vibrations’ following tributes by some of today’s biggest indie and pop music stars. After a fawning introduction by ‘American Idol‘ host Ryan Seacrest — if you love real [...]

Fleetwood Mac / Beach Boys Love Affair Story Headed to the Big Screen

Jeff Giles — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:45:08 +0000

For Beach Boys fans, the story of drummer Dennis Wilson has long been one of rock’s most tragic tales, but to the larger record-buying public, his tumultuous life and untimely death has remained largely unknown. That looks set to change next year with ‘The Drummer,’ a biopic starring Aaron Eckhart as Wilson and Vera Farmiga as his onetime paramour (and former Fleetwood Mac keyboardist) Christine McVie.

Beach Boys To Reunite For 2012 Grammy Ceremony?

Dave Swanson — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:45:18 +0000

Looks like it could be the Beach Boys, not Van Halen, who are going to make big news by reuniting at the Grammy Awards this year. Rumors were flying at breakneck pace around the music business that Van Halen were to make some major announcement at the nominations telecast. That didn’t happen, and it may turn out it was a different iconic California band who appears at the actual ceremony.

Beach Boys Contemplate 50th Anniversary Reunion

Rayman — Wed, 25 May 2011 16:27:21 +0000

Good news if your a dyed in the wool Beach Boys fan, if not, my advice is don’t waste your time.. I’ve seen them in concert three times. The first was bad, the second worse and after the third flop I’d finally learned my lesson. Earlier this month, Brian Wilson said he was open to [...]

Record Store Day Celebrating With Special Releases

Tony Hart — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:21 +0000

This year ‘Record Store Day’ falls on April 16th. Did you know there was such a thing? If you didn’t and are into collecting or listening to music on vinyl, this day is for you. This year Ozzy Osbourne is the official ‘Record Store Day’ ambassador and he’s so happy about that and always ready [...]