Brian Wilson News

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® inductee, funk-soul progenitor, Sly and The Family Stone namesake, and one of the most influential artists of all-time Sly Stone will debut the release of his official autobiography, Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin), on October 17, 2023 via AUWA Books and MCD/FSG.

Taking a new approach to the prior 2020 album, Junk, as well as Ferguson’s breakthrough debut album, State of Gold, “New Love” is amped up with sweetness. Drawing on classic rock influence with a nonchalant ease, meshing alt-country and psychedelic rock alike, “New Love” feels as fresh as a summer breeze and timeless as infatuated love.

Geffen Playhouse has announced its selection of LA-based writers to participate in the 2023/2024 cycle of The Writers’ Room, a forum for engagement and collaboration between Los Angeles playwrights.

The soundtrack blends vintage recordings by Donnie & Joe (including the cult favorite “Baby”) with exclusive new performances by Donnie Emerson, Nancy Sophia Emerson, and actor Noah Jupe, plus original score selections by composer Leopold Ross (Black Mirror, A Million Little Pieces).

Experience the timeless music of The Beach Boys like never before with their classic albums now available to stream in immersive Dolby Atmos audio. Rediscover iconic hits and beloved songs with unparalleled clarity and depth.

Tel Aviv-based singer, songwriter, and producer iogi returns with his new single. His blend of dream pop and indie rock that shares a kinship with the music of Jerry Paper, Mild High Club, and Real Estate affirms iogi’s status as a forward-thinking 21st-century auteur expanding on the traditions of icons like Paul McCartney and Brian Wilson.

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Beach Boys on Saturday, July 29 at 8pm. Tickets range from $49-$159.  

Macve co-produced “Beauty Queen” with producer Zach Dawes, most well known for his continuous work with Lana Del Rey but also boasts credits with Sharon Van Etten, Brian Wilson, The Arctic Monkeys and more. Holly Macve was selected by Lana Del Rey to play this week at London’s BST Hyde Park 2023 Festival.

'Good Vibrations'? 'California Girls'? 'I Get Around'? See where your favorite Beach Boys songs land on the list!

What did our critic think of LAST SUMMER ON EARTH at Kemba Live! Amphitheater?

Florida Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its Summer Cabaret Series with The Surfer Boys, an energetic tribute to the music of The Beach Boys.

The Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF) has unveiled its expanded traveling exhibit 'The Power of Song: A Songwriters Hall of Fame Exhibit,' which will be on display at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles now through September 4, 2023.

Florida Studio Theatre has announced the lineup for its 2023 Summer Season, featuring a three-show Mainstage Series and a three-show Cabaret Series.

The new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opens on Broadway tonight, April 24, at the Belasco Theatre. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar's 20-week limited engagement will end on August 27. Read reviews for the production!

Grammy-winning founder of Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page brings his unmistakable voice and humor to City Winery Boston on Tuesday May 2 at 7:30pm.

Rock n' soul will rule the night on Saturday, April 22 at 8:00 pm as Christine Ohlman, the flashy, gritty platinum-blonde 'Beehive Queen,' who is the longtime vocalist with NBC's Saturday Night Live Band, brings Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez to The Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck for “THE QUEEN MEETS THE KINGS,” teaming with legendary Billy Joel drummer Liberty Devitto & The Slim Kings in a night of roots-driven, soulful rock n' roll that will spotlight songs from their recordings, including Ohlman's latest, 

The Beach Boys members Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston, Mike Love, David Marks, and Brian Wilson are featured guests. In addition to the musical performances, the special features appearances by Drew Carey, Tom Hanks, Jimmy Jam, Elton John, Harvey Mason jr., Bruce Springsteen, and John Stamos. Performers include John Legend, Pentatonix, and more.

The Warner Theatre has announced that Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member RICKY BYRD (formerly of Joan Jett & The Blackhearts) will headline the next STUDIO SESSION @ NMST with support by Seth Adam, Saturday, April 8 at 8 pm in the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre.

Tying together a lifelong love of Brian Wilson and Elliott Smith, an affection for aughts indie units like Grizzly Bear and Bon Iver, and years of experience as a horn player, improviser, and arranger, Sifting Through The Goo, Reaching For The Candlelight is a sonic stew of finger-picked guitar, shimmering synths, vocal harmony and bold brass.

Reviewer Peter Nason ranks his choices for Burt Bacharach's top 50 tunes.