The day we knew was coming but still emotional. Today will be a day of tribute in the only way I know…Beach Boys music! 🎸🥁🏄

This popped up on my YouTube page this morning. Mike Love picture about 15 seconds in but even if no Beach Boys, it should be an interesting watch. I always enjoy any kind of R&R history movie.

https://youtu.be/cEH0-CBQVdw?si=1mTTXIITrLE80MgK

Brian Wilson, so-so voice and a dislike of touring, has proven there is a demand still for more non-surf Beach Boy music on the tour circut. Could Al, with his better voice, continue with Brians band...minus Brian but with his blessing?

…and if it happens, it only took 19 years! 🤭

Behind the scenes at Paradise Cove Sept 5 2023

https://youtu.be/lcGl3XPoJ34?si=S3B9NEmrJPEnnnZZ

ESQuartely interview about filming for the documentary and the group reunion. Note at one point it’s mentioned Brian was there pretty much only for the group sit-down scene then was driven away. Sad, but not surprising given his condition.

https://consequence.net/2025/01/songwriters-hall-of-fame-2025/

January 22, 2025 | 1:06pm ET
George Clinton, The Beach Boys’ Mike Love, and The Doobie Brothers are among the 2025 inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Other members of the 2025 class include producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins, Ashley Gorley, and Tony Macaulay.

Key songs in Clinton’s catalog cited by the Songwriters Hall of Fame include “Atomic Dog,” “Flash Light,” and “Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker),” while Love is being recognized for Beach Boys hits like “California Girls” and “Good Vibrations.”

Meanwhile, Doobie Brothers members Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, and Patrick Simmons are being credited for songs like “What a Fool Believes,” “Black Water,” and “Listen to the Music.”

Read about it on the EH board and not really sure I want to hear it tbh. It certainly appears that when this was done (last summer) Dave was not in a fit state to be interviewed. Hope he’s doing ok now and seeking some support if he needs it.

Got to admit, when you mentioned going on tour with ‘Weird Al’ I had to re-read it for the correct context. Got it now.  
I doubt the sums work for a Al (Jardine) tour with Brian’s band tbh, and ever would. Al’s found a sweet little niche for himself with his trio. Something different with a ‘Story Teller’ twist that works. I don’t think it is an insult to call it a hobby band. It is and at a minimal cost. Does he really need the stress of a bigger business/ high risk outfit at 82? Definitely not.

These two have met quite a few times since 2012 and both have said they do talk occasionally. I could be wrong but it would not surprise me if it’s a private joke between them. Hopefully, nothing to see here…Move along.

I just watched a recent Mike/BBs show, and Mike's sounding *very rough* himself. Al's kind of all that's left.

I picked that up watching the Greek show on YT this week. Mike was often rusty on one off shows or at the start of the summer, but for an end of a summer tour I was quite shocked. If that is the quality going forward I hope those around him have a talk about retiring.

Al going on tour with Brian's band would be lovely. I fondly remember the NYC Beacon Theater they all did in 2019, with e.g. deep cuts from Friends and Surf's Up sprinkled among the hits. He seems to be describing something similar here (Roller Skating Child, lol!). Really hope it can happen!

The question is whether anyone in Brian's band knows.

What disappoints me is Al and Mike previously have said Brian could still contribute in some way. Nice thought perhaps but from what we have seen of late, please let him be.

Seems to have slipped by without being noticed, but the documentary is up for an Emmy.

“Capturing the epic tale of the legendary group, the documentary is now Emmy-nominated in the “Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Nonfiction Program” category.”

https://www.mixonline.com/business/video-inside-the-sound-of-the-beach-boys

I have no doubt this was genuinely owned by the band and in their office entrance. It is just such a shame there isn’t photographic proof, ideally with group members in the frame. The value would definitely be way up.

I'll be really disappointed if tomorrow is literally just a merchandise release with that Brian logo on it.

You’re going to be disappointed then I’m afraid.

https://www.brianwilson.com/dingdang

If Mike wears that cap once, I’ll buy one. Otherwise it’s a pass.

Oh yeah…👍

https://entertainment.ha.com/itm/music-memorabilia/memorabilia/the-beach-boys-brother-records-bronze-sculpture-from-the-santa-monica-office/a/7377-26006.s?ic4=ListView-ShortDescription-071515#


The Beach Boys "Brother Records" Bronze Sculpture from the Santa Monica Office. Founded in 1966, by Mike Love, Brian Wilson, Carl Wilson and Dennis Wilson. Brothers Records came about due to Capitol Records perceived lack of support. They wanted more creative control so they started their own record company.

The company logo was chosen based on a life size bronze statue by Cyrus E. Dallin's in 1908. Carl Wilson was asked in 1975 why the group used this as their logo, he said "The Indian was chosen because the Wilson brothers' grandfather believed there was a spiritual Indian guide who watched over them from the other side." "Appeal to the great spirit".
Mike Love was also quoted "Their is no one more American than the American Indian."

This piece measures approx: 20" tall with a base measuring 8" by 16". The Indian hands are approx: 11.5" apart. Weighing in at approx: 47 pounds. This rare example was on display in the entrance to the Brothers Records' Santa Monica office. In overall Very Good Plus to Near Mint Minus condition.

We cannot stress enough what a sterling example this has become. It will be a wonderful and displayable addition to the collection. COA from Heritage Auctions. From the Gregg Oehlke Music Archive.

This it? Doesn’t really sound like Carl to me.

https://youtu.be/_yQf_5f3OXM?si=vBPwbOGXC8LSCfOR

On the EH board there are complaints about a positive review. What a mixed up world we live in.

But, I'm sorry, Dennis' drowning death shouldn't be relegated to "deep dive" status. 

Ouch! 😉

The documentary is a ‘tasting plate’ for the viewer. Those that want to delve further into the group can now do so. Why anybody expected anything else with a 1.53 play time is beyond me.
If it was made and promoted with 6 episodes over 12 hours (which this group could easily fill), then everything could have been covered. The market however would have been negligible.

We’ll just watched it here in NZ. 7pm drop time so very lucky.
Actually, I was pleasantly surprised. Finally a documentary that chronologically explains the Al, David, Al, Glen, Bruce coming and goings with correct video and pictures.
While I hope we will eventually see more Paradise Cove footage. What you get is perfect for THIS project. Between Mike talking about Brian, then cutting to Paradise Cove….Have a tissue ready. 🥲

Al makes his case again at about the 55 sec mark on what’s been left out.

https://youtu.be/dEeSkxz_7cI?si=mvd2Hxq3kf6H5-Yy

Always like it when Dave gets a spot in front of a camera. So eloquent and humble. I haven’t seen Carrie for some time and such a shame if they have parted. We never did hear the outcome of Dave’s arrest a few years back but I hope they are both doing ok.

https://youtu.be/H4dSzNrh_pA?si=Cpq76Z9HPuGavax7

It’s the 2024 version of Mike saying for years “Never say never.”

I am very disappointed that posters on other sites are talking up a possibility of new material and any kind of ‘Live’ event with Brian. The recent conservatorship ruling saying he is free to continue with music projects is one thing. Whether he is able to go to a studio and work with anyone who may put him under any duress has, under my understanding, been taken out of his hands. (thank goodness). Melinda acted as his backstop in the past and now others will do the same.

Enjoy the clips of the Paradise Cove reunion. Maybe this IMAX thing might be a group Q&A from his house, but please…no more. Leave him be. Enough is enough.

You can get alcoholic drinks at the Paradise Cove restaurant, which is where they're sitting (outside dining area)..

Might be related to Disney, but who knows.

In the new beach reunion, it almost looks like the guys are toasting with glasses of water.   Guess no one ever told them that was bad luck!

Drinking is illegal on the beach. What a way to finish the documentary. A repeat of the ‘Failure To Surf’ Brian arrest…but with all 5 of them. 😉

Love told Radio 4: “He (Wilson) knows that he needs the help but we’re still able to get together and we‘re going to see each other soon.
"It’s not so negative as it sounds. As long as he’s cared for properly. He’s seeing his children… he’s being well taken care of.”
Bruce Johnston, another Beach Boys member, said he felt the documentary was like "a new beginning".
He added: "I think once Brian and Mike sit round the piano and just the magic, you can’t stop it”.
Love said they hadn’t had a chance to collaborate yet but “it’s a brand new day now and I’m hoping we can do something together - all of us - and it’ll be great”.


https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2vww4eqp7yo

Cringe. 😬