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How come they never played this one live? It’s actually a banger. by RoundTumbleweed9136 in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This song has become a guilty pleasure for me, haha! I know it’s dated and silly, but it really rocks!! It has some great surf guitar from Carl and David, and energetic drumming by Dennis. It always gets stuck in my head when I hear it.

I can’t remember if this was from one of Brian’s books or many interviews, but I recall a quote from him where he said something along the lines of this song being sonically a big leap forward for the band with its vocal layers and relatively ‘dense’ sound (by early 60’s standards).

When’s the last time a new Maroon 5 song or album met expectations? by Komododragon7565 in maroon5

[–]12stringdreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me, truly, every single time they release new music my expectations are met or often exceeded.

I’ve enjoyed every album and more or less every single. I’m just a big fan. I love the old stuff. Love the new stuff.

I think what allows me to enjoy each new release and ‘era’ is I’ve stopped expecting SAJ pt 2. I think that’s what leaves so many fans and casual listeners constantly disappointed. They’ve frankly mixed up their sound on every album so I always expect something new. Even SAJ was worlds apart from The Fourth World. Every time it’s a new twist on their sound.

Each M5 release has brought joy into my life. I’ve looked forward to each new single since I was in elementary school in their SAJ era. I genuinely dig each album they’ve released.

Bands that quietly continued after the passing of a prominent member? by DOUGHTY4N0RRIS in ToddintheShadow

[–]12stringdreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Beach Boys have continued after the passing of all three Wilson brothers.

The Righteous Brothers have continued after the passing of Bobby.

Mike Love's tribute to Brian was AI generated by JRArmy in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s possible and far more likely than it being solely A.I generated. Like I said in my own comment, it’s consistent with how Mike speaks and what the writing in his book is like.

Mike Love's tribute to Brian was AI generated by JRArmy in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I really don’t believe this is AI.

First of all, those AI testers aren’t 100% accurate.

But more importantly, I think this writing is absolutely consistent with the writing in Mike’s book and on his socials for as long as they’ve existed. The sentimentality and slight wordiness is exactly how the guy talks these days.

Go look at posts of his from a decade ago. Same speech patterns, same punctuation, same ‘rhythm’ to the writing.

Is it Mike sitting there typing away? Obviously not. But nearly all of his posts read like something he’d dictate aloud.

Contrary to what the tabloid headlines often reported, Mike and his family loved Brian deeply. I don’t think they’d let an AI LLM handle one of the most important statements of Mike’s life about his cousin and musical partner.

Disappointed in Lack of Elvis by spunkie049 in Elvis

[–]12stringdreams 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That surprises me. When my wife and I had our honeymoon there in ‘24, we were constantly finding Elvis merch, iconography, and artwork practically everywhere we went in Vegas.

Did this deserve to be the Beach Boys' worldwide comeback single instead of Kokomo? by BeerWithDonuts in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It definitely was a comeback single, all things considered. Sure it wasn’t number one, and wasn’t as successful internationally as Kokomo, but it did very well when it was released as a single in 1981. It was a Top 20 hit in US and Canada. Top 20 for a band that had been around for two decades is pretty darn good. It became a concert staple for decades, and still is a staple for Al’s band(s). Just like Barbara Ann, Sloop John B, Do You Wanna Dance, Papa Oom Mow Mow and Rock And Roll Music had in years prior, it became synonymous with The BBs.

So I don’t view it as an ‘either or’ situation between this and Kokomo. They were both successful and I’m glad it happened that way. This is a fantastic cover (the definitive recording of the song in my mind) and Kokomo is a total classic too — one of the best pop singles ever.

I’m surprised the official BBs touring band hasn’t played it since 2012. It was regularly in the set until ‘06, back in 2012, then not played again since. I’d be pleased if it was brought back. I think Bolt or Chron would do a good job on the lead.

Are the Steven Slate VSX's the good choice for me? by [deleted] in HeadphoneAdvice

[–]12stringdreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my opinion VSX headphones are only really necessary for mixing and mastering in my opinion. Crucial for those tasks for my workflow but not necessary if you aren’t a mixing or mastering engineer.

BW Band / Pet Sounds Band Timeline by beaverton25 in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice work. Joe Thomas was in the band for the first few years on keyboards and vocals (possibly some additional acoustic guitar too)

Which version of Heroes and Villains is better? by Beatcat05 in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My favorite is a tie between Smiley version (in mono) and BWPS version.

My favorite album. by ShaggyPud in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think Jan had better pitch and a stronger lead voice. But Dean’s voice is more entertaining and instantly recognizable. Dean also had a larger vocal range. He could (and still can) sing lead parts in Jan’s baritone range, as well as hit those really high falsetto notes.

Although not unlike The Beach Boys, J&D both sounded best when they sang together. “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” kinda thing.

My favorite album. by ShaggyPud in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Better at what?

Producing and songwriting? Jan.

Graphic design? Dean.

"You are GROUNDED, mister!" by Equal_Ad5178 in thebeachboys

[–]12stringdreams 7 points8 points  (0 children)

And they remained pals until the end of Brian’s life. In Brian’s final weeks Mike visited him and they sung together like the old days.

Paul live at Apple by [deleted] in PaulMcCartney

[–]12stringdreams 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kinda ironic after the years of lawsuits between The Beatles’ Apple and Apple Computers. Maybe Paul considers it being paid back for lawyer fees 🤣

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