What comes across most clearly to the viewer is that every single day — practically every single hour — is a struggle for Brian Wilson.
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Music Commentary: In Brian Wilson’s World, Bad Vibrations Are Never Far Away
The recent death of longtime guitarist Nicky Wonder just the latest setback for pop genius Brian Wilson
Book Review: “I Am Brian Wilson” — The Mystery Remains
The central mystery of the life of Brian Wilson: How did such a sweet and fragile soul create such complex and enduring music?
Fuse Commentary: Made For These Times — “Pet Sounds” Turns 50
What is there to say about an album that Rolling Stone ranked #2 in its 2003 list of “The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time”?
CD Review: Weezer’s ‘Beach Album’ — A Pleasing Breeze of Power Pop
This album is not a slavish imitation of an old sound but a fresh take on the kind of timeless, tuneful fun that pop music used to be all about.
Album Review: Innovative “Love & Mercy” Soundtrack is Worth the Wait
Atticus Ross’ success in creating these pieces results in a listening experience quite a bit more harrowing and evocative than the lush and sunny Beach Boys harmonies people are accustomed to.
Concert Review: Expecting the Unexpected — Brian Wilson Delights at Boston’s Blue Hills Bank Pavilion
This was probably the loudest, rockingest Brian Wilson show I’ve ever seen.
Film Review: “Love & Mercy” – A Compelling Life of Brian
Paul Dano invests the younger Brian Wilson with focused ecstasy, especially during his creation of the landmark album, Pet Sounds.
Fuse Album Review: Brian Wilson — The Ultimate Rock & Roll Survivor
No Pier Pressure is Brian Wilson’s 11th solo album and it shows little diminution of his still-prodigious talents.
Arts Remembrance: Be the Rock Star — A Tribute to Jules Siegel
Legendary music journalist Jules Siegel died of a heart attack on November 17, 2012 at the age of 77. There was no “New York Times” obituary, no mention in “Rolling Stone.” But to me, he was a rock star.