Jones Beach conversation with Brian

[Ray Lawlor]

No !  Just two friends talking ; no tape recorders or anything like that . Just a broad conversation of life in general, records, baseball, and Brian's return to The Beach Boys

[Wirestone]

This is all good to hear, but doesn't Brian's mood change dramatically every day?  Maybe one day he is all about the Beach Boys, then the day after that all he wants is a big steak in front of him while he watches Norbit.

But would we really have it any other way? The man likes his steak and cross-dressing Eddie Murphy comedies!

[Jim V.]

He is dead serious about the potential for another BB record, as he has some "great stuff" in the can; he gave me some titles, some of which I have heard and some of which I have not ,and he reiterated that he would like to produce a more "rock and roll record with the guys"....no surprise there

What were some of the titles that we know that might be on another Beach Boys album? There aren't really any Brian titles that we know of that didn't make the album besides "I'd Go Anywhere". The only other outtakes we know of for sure are "Waves of Love" and "She Believes In Love Again".

[Wirestone]

He is dead serious about the potential for another BB record, as he has some "great stuff" in the can; he gave me some titles, some of which I have heard and some of which I have not ,and he reiterated that he would like to produce a more "rock and roll record with the guys"....no surprise there

What were some of the titles that we know that might be on another Beach Boys album? There aren't really any Brian titles that we know of that didn't make the album besides "I'd Go Anywhere". The only other outtakes we know of for sure are "Waves of Love" and "She Believes In Love Again".

Ray answered this already ...

Thanks guys....titles I can think of off the top of my head..."Angels in Love"...."Night Came Gently", a few others that I can't remember but he was singing the melody to one that I had never heard him talk about. At the end of the day what he really wanted to talk about was the NY Yankees and Boston Red Sox !

[Exapno Mapcase]

Thanks for this, Ray.

[Ray Lawlor]

No , Brian's mood doesn't operate like that.  Some days he is really introspective , some days not. Lot's of exaggeration goes on, but I guess that is to be expected. When it comes to his music and the direction he wants to go in, he knows exactly what he wants to do ; and sometimes it is a really circuitous route . ( see "That's Why God Made the Radio")

[Emdeeh]

Ray, thanks for posting -- this is very enlightening and encouraging. I think Brian has got to be feeding on the love coming from the audience.

[Bubba Ho-Tep]

Is Brian feeling all the love the audience is throwing at him? I hope so.

[Jim V.]

He is dead serious about the potential for another BB record, as he has some "great stuff" in the can; he gave me some titles, some of which I have heard and some of which I have not ,and he reiterated that he would like to produce a more "rock and roll record with the guys"....no surprise there

What were some of the titles that we know that might be on another Beach Boys album? There aren't really any Brian titles that we know of that didn't make the album besides "I'd Go Anywhere". The only other outtakes we know of for sure are "Waves of Love" and "She Believes In Love Again".

Ray answered this already ...

He said that there were a few titles he was previously familiar with, though. That's what I meant.

[Pretty Funky]

Thanks for starting a great thread Ray.

Most here have been of the opinion that despite how he looks, Brian is enjoying the tour and being back onstage. It is so good to know now that would really seem to be the case!

[hypehat]

Yeah, good to know he's enjoying himself! Welcome aboard 

[Justin]

Thanks very much Ray.  You had many great things in your post--I can't wait for all of them to come to fruition!

[Ray Lawlor]

I have been trying to reply to Sheriff John Stone's post about Melinda having a key say in matters but as I am a technical moron with a computer I couldn't figure out how to do it so I will just reply here.


At the end of the day they are like most married couples ; they talk about stuff , they laugh, they argue, they go out to dinner , like everyone else. Sure she has a major voice in things; of course she does ; but to be clear, she has Brian's back at all times; however;when it comes down to crunch time he just does what he wants to do....that's Brian . I think she is treated by some unfairly .I will give you a perfect example.  I was at literally every BWRG session; Melinda was there at most of the sessions, I think the ones at Ocean Way. She spent much of the time responding to stuff on her IPad, and her involvement in the booth was real clear: to encourage Brian in a positive manner, and to ensure that he gets all the support he needs to get a record done his way.  She is responsible for some of the great stuff we have all been getting without credit or fanfare, "The SMiLE Sessions" booklet for example , was crappola before she got involved; I could give several other examples but that one is the more recent tangible one I can think of. I think she should be cut some slack.

The other question I could answer is does Brian feel the love from the crowd ?  Absolutely....but he really gets embarrased and does not know how to handle it sometimes, so he just sits there kind of locked. The best example is "SMiLE" , night one RFH in London.  The ovation that night was like an explosion of emotion ; it would still be going on if Brian had not kept trying to stop it .....but  the short answer is yes , he really appreciates it. Try and get past some of Brian's stoicism on stage; it is just who he is and it is not going to change

I have to go , "Norbit" is on !

[EgoHanger1966]

I have to go , "Norbit" is on !

 

Let me be the one millionth person to thank you for posting here. I hope you continue to do so!

[rab2591]

WOW! Thanks Ray!

[Bubba Ho-Tep]

I have been trying to reply to Sheriff John Stone's post about Melinda having a key say in matters but as I am a technical moron with a computer I couldn't figure out how to do it so I will just reply here.


At the end of the day they are like most married couples ; they talk about stuff , they laugh, they argue, they go out to dinner , like everyone else. Sure she has a major voice in things; of course she does ; but to be clear, she has Brian's back at all times; however;when it comes down to crunch time he just does what he wants to do....that's Brian . I think she is treated by some unfairly .I will give you a perfect example.  I was at literally every BWRG session; Melinda was there at most of the sessions, I think the ones at Ocean Way. She spent much of the time responding to stuff on her IPad, and her involvement in the booth was real clear: to encourage Brian in a positive manner, and to ensure that he gets all the support he needs to get a record done his way.  She is responsible for some of the great stuff we have all been getting without credit or fanfare, "The SMiLE Sessions" booklet for example , was crappola before she got involved; I could give several other examples but that one is the more recent tangible one I can think of. I think she should be cut some slack.

The other question I could answer is does Brian feel the love from the crowd ?  Absolutely....but he really gets embarrased and does not know how to handle it sometimes, so he just sits there kind of locked. The best example is "SMiLE" , night one RFH in London.  The ovation that night was like an explosion of emotion ; it would still be going on if Brian had not kept trying to stop it .....but  the short answer is yes , he really appreciates it. Try and get past some of Brian's stoicism on stage; it is just who he is and it is not going to change

I have to go , "Norbit" is on !

Thank you for coming here today and sharing these things with us, Ray.

p.s. Were you backstage with Brian at his "Lucky Old Sun" concert in Westbury, Long Island in 2008?

[Ray Lawlor]

Your welcome ; thanks for listening.   

Yes , I was at TLOS backstage at Westbury in 08. Were you there as well ?

[Bubba Ho-Tep]

Your welcome ; thanks for listening.  

Yes , I was at TLOS backstage at Westbury in 08. Were you there as well ?

Yes. I was a contest winner. My wife and I had a nice visit with you, Brian and Jeff.

[Ray Lawlor]

yes , I remember you and your wife, that was a nice evening. If I recall you were in the military and about to be deployed ?

[Bubba Ho-Tep]

yes , I remember you and your wife, that was a nice evening. If I recall you were in the military and about to be deployed ?

No, we were the other winning couple. I had some records for Brian to sign. I was too nervous, but it was the biggest thrill of my life!

I remember that fellow from the military. Captain Matt. We sat next to him at the show.  Brian even gave him the shirt right off his back, which was pretty cool! I wonder how he's doing.

[Ray Lawlor]

Yes, I remember you and your wife as well...particularly remember you were so nervous about getting those records signed.  I think Jeff stayed in touch with him , I will ask him about it in New Jersey tomorrow.  Hope he is ok , he was headed for Iraq then Afghanistan.

[rn57]

Much thanks for all of this writing, Ray. Where quoting from a previous post is concerned - at the right of these posts when you're logged in you see a "quote" icon. Click that and it puts the quote into your post.

[Rocker]

Ray, thank you so much for your post ! It was a very interesting read.
Are you able, by any chance to name some new songs he mentioned to you ? No problem if you won't do that.

[Ray Lawlor]

Much thanks for all of this writing, Ray. Where quoting from a previous post is concerned - at the right of these posts when you're logged in you see a "quote" icon. Click that and it puts the quote into your post.

Thanks !!  I'll be damned. It worked !

[Ray Lawlor]

Ray, thank you so much for your post ! It was a very interesting read.
Are you able, by any chance to name some new songs he mentioned to you ? No problem if you won't do that.

The only two I remember were "Angels in Love"  , and  "Night Came Gently". He mentioned a few other titles but I just can't remember.