Released in the early 1970s, this Beach Boys song wasn’t a hit at first but evolved into a cult classic, and a praised return ...

The First Class is a prime example of the behind-the-scenes magic that went into crafting some of the most memorable tracks ...

Being in a tremendously successful band may look easy on the surface, but as many artists will tell you, there is an undercurrent of stress to it that is often difficult to shake. Expectations are ...

Lowell's George's long-lost Super Overdrive Special is currently in Bonamassa's possession after a 15-year search, and there are parallels of that story here. However, it took Boone, of Seattle’s ...

The Beach Boys recorded many Christmas songs, but Little Saint Nick stands alone as their most beloved holiday classic.

CIRCA 1964: Rock and roll band "The Beach Boys" pose for a portrait in circa 1964. (L-R) Carl Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, Brian Wilson. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) ...

None of us had ever witnessed something like that.” Music history would show that the harrowing flight from L.A. to Houston isn’t where Brian Wilson’s story would end. Although he removed himself from ...

The Beach Boys rocketed to fame in the ’60s with their fun, breezy songs about the California lifestyle. Their albums were filled with tracks about sun, surfing, and girls. Surprisingly, only four of ...

The Beach Boys (L-R Carl Wilson, Bruce Johnston, Brian Wilson, Mike Love and Al Jardine) Pose for a portrait session | Harry Langdon/Getty Images Some listeners know them for “Kokomo,” others know ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 21: (L-R) Bruce Johnston, David Marks ...

"After the tour fell apart, it became more about a missed opportunity for Brian and [the Beach Boys] to ride into the sunset ...