50th Anniversary Tour Dates (as they roll out) (*UPDATED, Feb 15th*)

[Beach Boy]

Even though it is a long ride for me I am thinking of attending all 3 german Beach Boys shows. And yeah, don't worry uk fellows, I am sure you get the best deal with at least half a dozen concerts and a superb set. I really hope for a Bluray release.

[CarCrazyCutie]

YAY!!!! May 11th can't come soon enough

But my aunt found some site that says the first 40 rows are already sold out (scalpers??) (& the tickets don't officially go on sale til the 27th), anyone know if this is legit?? I'll cry if it is

[AndrewHickey]

And yeah, don't worry uk fellows, I am sure you get the best deal with at least half a dozen concerts and a superb set.

As AGD says, tax issues have stopped them from touring here before. I'm hoping we'll get a few shows, but I'm far from confident...

[hypehat]

Given the grasping nature of our tax officials, I think it's not surprising that no UK dates have been announced - this has been a problem for Mike & Bruce for the last few visits. I also think the tour will be more than 50, but less than 100. There's 48 we know of, three in Japan and surely some Oz gigs.

But it's never stopped Brian.... guess his management is willing to foot the bill.

[LetHimRun]

They _won't_ be coming soon.

Hysterical.

[AndrewHickey]

Given the grasping nature of our tax officials, I think it's not surprising that no UK dates have been announced - this has been a problem for Mike & Bruce for the last few visits. I also think the tour will be more than 50, but less than 100. There's 48 we know of, three in Japan and surely some Oz gigs.

But it's never stopped Brian.... guess his management is willing to foot the bill.

From what I can tell, Brian's never made money on the solo tours - they do it as much to keep Brian active as for money. Plus, splitting the money five ways (after the backing band have been paid) - plus a payment to Carl's estate for their share of the name - works out a lot worse than keeping it all.

[Wirestone]

Given the grasping nature of our tax officials, I think it's not surprising that no UK dates have been announced - this has been a problem for Mike & Bruce for the last few visits. I also think the tour will be more than 50, but less than 100. There's 48 we know of, three in Japan and surely some Oz gigs.

But it's never stopped Brian.... guess his management is willing to foot the bill.

From what I can tell, Brian's never made money on the solo tours - they do it as much to keep Brian active as for money. Plus, splitting the money five ways (after the backing band have been paid) - plus a payment to Carl's estate for their share of the name - works out a lot worse than keeping it all.

I believe Brian's solo tours have never made money in the U.S. Big distinction there.

[Eric Aniversario]

Only 1 Southern California date on this tour, but 6 in New York. Boo. I really hate the Hollywood Bowl Venue. I really can't believe there's not an Orange County or San Diego date. I'm not sure what I'm going to do now...

I'm hoping that another date in SD will be announced...I'm not a big fan of Hollywood Bowl...but you can bet I'll be there either way!!!!

[drbeachboy]

I'm considering boycotting being British until the Beach Boys sort out this jolly old mess. Damn it, we used to own this US of A, so strictly speaking America's Band is OUR band and you've no right to a tour announcement in advance of us. So just jolly-well hand back your tickets and take your rightful place in the queue – behind us – chaps.

That's better…

Actually, I am surprised they didn't open in the good ol' British Isles. You guys have always kept the faith and have a great respect for their music.  I can't say the same for the fickle U.S. audience who I still blame for their slide to an Oldies band.

[JohnMill]

I'm considering boycotting being British until the Beach Boys sort out this jolly old mess. Damn it, we used to own this US of A, so strictly speaking America's Band is OUR band and you've no right to a tour announcement in advance of us. So just jolly-well hand back your tickets and take your rightful place in the queue – behind us – chaps.

That's better…

Actually, I am surprised they didn't open in the good ol' British Isles. You guys have always kept the faith and have a great respect for their music.  I can't say the same for the fickle U.S. audience who I still blame for their slide to an Oldies band.

Is that who we are placing the blame on this week?  Much like the Tootsie Roll Pop, one of the great unanswered questions of the universe, just who is responsible for that?

[AndrewHickey]

I'm considering boycotting being British until the Beach Boys sort out this jolly old mess. Damn it, we used to own this US of A, so strictly speaking America's Band is OUR band and you've no right to a tour announcement in advance of us. So just jolly-well hand back your tickets and take your rightful place in the queue – behind us – chaps.

That's better…

Actually, I am surprised they didn't open in the good ol' British Isles. You guys have always kept the faith and have a great respect for their music.  I can't say the same for the fickle U.S. audience who I still blame for their slide to an Oldies band.

Whether that's the case or not (and having never been in a US audience I can hardly judge) I do know that at least Bruce is a big anglophile, and I think a couple of the other band members have said they like British audiences. If they don't play here, I doubt it'd be because they don't want to, but just because they wouldn't make enough money from it. Which is a real shame (not least for me - I have quite a phobia of travel...)

[southbay]

Given the grasping nature of our tax officials, I think it's not surprising that no UK dates have been announced - this has been a problem for Mike & Bruce for the last few visits. I also think the tour will be more than 50, but less than 100. There's 48 we know of, three in Japan and surely some Oz gigs.

But it's never stopped Brian.... guess his management is willing to foot the bill.

From what I can tell, Brian's never made money on the solo tours - they do it as much to keep Brian active as for money. Plus, splitting the money five ways (after the backing band have been paid) - plus a payment to Carl's estate for their share of the name - works out a lot worse than keeping it all.

Not to go all things corporate here, but I believe it will actually be splitting the $ FOUR ways---Brian, Mike, Al and Carl's estate being the only members of BRI.  Bruce and David would receive payments of unkown amounts, then the band members.

[bridencar]

YAY!!!! May 11th can't come soon enough

But my aunt found some site that says the first 40 rows are already sold out (scalpers??) (& the tickets don't officially go on sale til the 27th), anyone know if this is legit?? I'll cry if it is

The Benedum holds some tickets for members and offers the seats to them first..Fortunately i am a member! Don't know if this is the reason though.

[drbeachboy]

I'm considering boycotting being British until the Beach Boys sort out this jolly old mess. Damn it, we used to own this US of A, so strictly speaking America's Band is OUR band and you've no right to a tour announcement in advance of us. So just jolly-well hand back your tickets and take your rightful place in the queue – behind us – chaps.

That's better…

Actually, I am surprised they didn't open in the good ol' British Isles. You guys have always kept the faith and have a great respect for their music.  I can't say the same for the fickle U.S. audience who I still blame for their slide to an Oldies band.

Is that who we are placing the blame on this week?  Much like the Tootsie Roll Pop, one of the great unanswered questions of the universe, just who is responsible for that?

I lived through the Endless Summer and Spirit Of America album era and attended quite a few concerts, as well. Those audiences could get down right rude when the band tried to play new music. 1974 seemed to be the tipping year. I saw them three times from early 72 through mid-73 and audiences were much more receptive to the new music, but that all ended by 1974. So, the U.S. audience gets my vote.

[CarCrazyCutie]

YAY!!!! May 11th can't come soon enough

But my aunt found some site that says the first 40 rows are already sold out (scalpers??) (& the tickets don't officially go on sale til the 27th), anyone know if this is legit?? I'll cry if it is

The Benedum holds some tickets for members and offers the seats to them first..Fortunately i am a member! Don't know if this is the reason though.

I've bought tickets from the Cultural Trust before (so I have an account with them), but (and this may sound really stupid) can I become a member? If so, how? I'd sell almost everything I own for good seats to this concert!

[LetHimRun]

I'm considering boycotting being British until the Beach Boys sort out this jolly old mess. Damn it, we used to own this US of A, so strictly speaking America's Band is OUR band and you've no right to a tour announcement in advance of us. So just jolly-well hand back your tickets and take your rightful place in the queue – behind us – chaps.

That's better…

Actually, I am surprised they didn't open in the good ol' British Isles. You guys have always kept the faith and have a great respect for their music.  I can't say the same for the fickle U.S. audience who I still blame for their slide to an Oldies band.

Is that who we are placing the blame on this week?  Much like the Tootsie Roll Pop, one of the great unanswered questions of the universe, just who is responsible for that?

Just look at album charts:

Today
US 4, UK 6

Summer Days
US 2, UK 4

Party
US 6, UK 3

Pet Sounds
US 10, UK 2

Smiley
US 41, UK 9

Wild Honey
US 24, UK 7

Friends
US 123, UK 13

20/20
US 68, UK 3

Sunflower
US 151, UK 29

Surf's Up
US 29, UK 15

CATP
US 50, UK 25

Holland
US 36, UK 20

[Shady]

This was meant to be a day of celebration but I'm feeling bummed out

[Bud Shaver]

They are playing two miles from my house, holy crap!

[Jay]

Has the full backing band been officically announced yet?

[Dunderhead]

So who's excited?

This guy, right over here.

[Dunderhead]

you know what guys?

I'm really excited

[Dunderhead]

No wait,
Make that super excited

[Andrew G. Doe]

Only 1 Southern California date on this tour, but 6 in New York. Boo. I really hate the Hollywood Bowl Venue. I really can't believe there's not an Orange County or San Diego date. I'm not sure what I'm going to do now...

I'm hoping that another date in SD will be announced...I'm not a big fan of Hollywood Bowl...but you can bet I'll be there either way!!!!

When'd you move to South Dakota ?

[CarlTheVoice]

I went to both the BB and Brian gigs in the UK last year so if they could both afford it then why can't they now? How ridiculous if it is for tax reasons, surely they will make enough money out of the tour for this to be covered? Massively disappointed by this as, like others, I was so excited about this.

[Andrew G. Doe]

The BB cut a deal with Mr. Taxman to appear at Epsom last year: I understand the original plan was for at least two more English shows.