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Otago Daily Times
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
Obituary: How Beach Boys visionary Brian Wilson changed music
Brian Wilson, leader, songwriter and producer of The Beach Boys, has left behind a legacy of beautiful, joyous, bittersweet and enduring music, crafted over a career spanning six decades. While news of his death on June 11 aged 82 was not unexpected – Wilson was diagnosed with dementia last year and entered a conservatorship after the loss of his wife, Melinda – his death marks the end of a long and extraordinary chapter in musical history. Formed in the early 1960s in Hawthorne California, The Beach Boys were built on a foundation of family and community: brothers Brian, Dennis and Carl Wilson, their cousin Mike Love, and school friend Al Jardine. Growing up, the Wilson family's Californian household was a turbulent place; their father, Murry Wilson, was strict and at times violent. Music was the one way in which the family could connect. During these early years Brian discovered the sounds that would shape his musical identity: Gershwin, doo wop groups, early rock'n'roll, and, a particular favourite, the vocal group the Four Freshmen, whose tight-harmony singing style Wilson studied meticulously. It was an unexpected combination of influences for a pop band. Even from The Beach Boys' earliest recordings – the surf, the cars, the girls – the stirrings of the complexity and musical adventurousness Wilson is known for is audible. Listen to the unexpected structure of The Lonely Sea (1962), the complex chords of The Warmth of the Sun (1963), or the subtle modulation in Don't Worry Baby (1964). These early innovations hinted at a growing creativity that would continue to evolve over the rest of the 1960s, and beyond. In later years, Brian Wilson often appeared publicly as a fragile figure, but what stands out most in his story is resilience. His ability to produce such an expansive and diverse catalogue of work while navigating difficult family relationships, intense record label pressures, misdiagnosed and mistreated mental health conditions, addiction and much more, is extraordinary. Wilson not only survived, but continued to create music. He eventually did something few Beach Boys' fans would have imagined – he returned to the stage. Wilson's unexpected return to the stage during the Pet Sounds and SMiLE tours in the early 2000s began a revival interest in The Beach Boys, and a critical reconsideration of their musical legacy. This continues with a consistent release of books, documentaries, movies and podcasts about Wilson and the legacy of The Beach Boys' music. I grew up near Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland. Their early songs about an endless summer had a particular resonance to my hometown, even if, like Brian Wilson, I only admired the beach from afar. I chose to study The Beach Boys' music for my PhD thesis and spent the next few years charting the course of their musical development from their early days in the garage to creating Pet Sounds — widely regarded as one of the greatest records ever made — just five years later. I was fascinated by how a band could create such a groundbreaking volume of work and progress so quickly from the delightful, yet wobbly Surfin' to the complex arrangements of God Only Knows. To understand their music, I spent years listening to Beach Boys' tracking sessions, take after take, to hear how their songs were so cleverly and delicately put together. What struck me just as powerfully as the music itself was the sound of Brian Wilson's voice in those recordings. Listening to Wilson leading hours of tracking sessions was to hear an artist at the top of their game – decisive, confident, funny, collaborative and deeply driven to make music that would express the magic he heard in his mind, and connect with an audience. One of the more unexpected discoveries in my analysis of The Beach Boys' music came from their lyrics. Using a word frequency tool to examine all 117 songs in my study, I found that the most common word was 'now'. In many cases, it appears in a conversational sense – "Well, she got her Daddy's car, and she cruised through the hamburger stand now"– but on a broader level, it perfectly encapsulates what Brian Wilson's music offered so many listeners. He created an endless present: a world where the sun could always be shining, where you could feel young forever, and you could visit that world any time you needed to. In 2010, I had the remarkable experience of meeting Brian Wilson in his dressing room before his performance at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney. He was funny and kind. He sat at a small keyboard, taught me a harmony and for a moment, we sang Love and Mercy together. It was one of the most magical moments of my life. It is also one of Wilson's most enduring sentiments: 'love and mercy, that's what we need tonight'. Farewell and thank you, Brian. Surf's up. ■Jadey O'Regan is a senior lecturer in contemporary music, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney.
Cedar News
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cedar News
Brian Wilson's Cause of Death Revealed: Respiratory Arrest, Sepsis, and Chronic Health Issues
The legendary musician's cause of death revealed Brian Wilson, the visionary behind The Beach Boys' iconic sound, passed away at the age of 82 on June 11, 2025, in his Beverly Hills home. The official cause of death, as confirmed by a death certificate obtained by USA TODAY on June 30, was due to respiratory arrest, which occurs when a person stops breathing. The music icon, known for his timeless contributions to surf rock, had reportedly experienced several minutes of respiratory distress that morning. Additional contributing factors to his death included sepsis, a serious infection-triggered bodily response, cystitis (a bladder infection), and several chronic health conditions, including neurodegenerative disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, chronic respiratory failure, and chronic kidney disease. Wilson, whose innovative music continues to resonate worldwide, was cremated and laid to rest in a cemetery in Westwood, near UCLA. A Legacy of Timeless Music Brian Wilson's legacy is immortalized through some of the most influential songs in music history, including 'Good Vibrations,' 'God Only Knows,' and 'Wouldn't It Be Nice.' His work with The Beach Boys redefined the sound of Southern California in the 1960s and has influenced generations of artists. A Family's Heartfelt Tribute On the day of his death, Wilson's family announced the news on social media with a heartfelt message that read, 'We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away. We are at a loss for words right now. Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving. We realize that we are sharing our grief with the world. Love & Mercy.' Wilson is survived by his daughters, Carnie and Wendy Wilson, who became well-known as part of the group Wilson Phillips. Carnie paid tribute to her father on Instagram, writing, 'I am lucky to have been his daughter and had a soul connection with him that will live on always. I've never felt this kind of pain before, but I know he's resting up there in heaven … or maybe playing the piano for Grandma Audree, his Mom.' Life Under Conservatorship Prior to his death, Wilson had been under a conservatorship, which was established in 2024 due to his ongoing battle with dementia. The petition filed by his longtime manager and publicist stated that Wilson was unable to care for his physical health and personal needs without assistance. Wilson's wife, Melinda Ledbetter, passed away earlier this year in January 2024, further deepening the musician's challenges in his final years. As fans and family mourn his passing, Brian Wilson's influence on music remains undeniable, and his artistic contributions will continue to inspire for years to come.
The Irish Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Myleene Klass stuns in polka dot bikini as she soaks up the sun on holiday in Italy
MYLEENE Klass spots an opportunity to give her followers a treat as she poses in a polka dot bikini on holiday. The radio host, 47, posted snaps from her break in Italy against a background track of The Beach Boys' Good Vibrations. 3 Myleene Klass poses in a polka dot bikini on holiday Credit: Instagram 3 Radio host Myleene posted snaps from her break in Italy Credit: Instagram 3 Her cossie and matching bandana were from her latest Freemans collection Credit: Instagram Her cossie and matching bandana were from her latest collection with Freemans, who she is a brand ambassador for. Earlier this year Myleene revealed what really gets her in the mood during an appearance on Loose Women. Referencing Brooke Shields' autobiography, in which she details her thoughts on sex as a 59-year-old woman, Jane Moore put the same question to her fellow panelists. Myleene, who shares five-year-old daughter Ava with her husband Graham Quinn, revealed what gets her turned on now she's a busy mum. Read more on Myleene Klass The model explained that when it comes to getting in the mood for women, it's a' slow burn'. "I think all these ideas of tequila and setting the mood and music, it's not about those five minutes, it's about the whole day," she said. "It's about the cup of tea, it's about kindness, put a shelf up and things are going to look way more promising for the evening." Myleene went on to say that being proactive about tasks in the home and looking after your partner and family is her idea of "foreplay." Most read in Celebrity "It's not just what goes on in the bedroom, it's actually what goes on in your relationship." And while she acknowledged that society doesn't find this idea as "enticing," she said that putting time and effort into a relationship is the biggest turn on. Myleene Klass recreates iconic I'm A Celebrity bikini moment as she strips to swimwear
Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Myleene Klass stuns in polka dot bikini as she soaks up the sun on holiday in Italy
Myleene revealed what really gets her in the mood for sex during a Loose Women appearance recently SPOT OF KLASS Myleene Klass stuns in polka dot bikini as she soaks up the sun on holiday in Italy Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MYLEENE Klass spots an opportunity to give her followers a treat as she poses in a polka dot bikini on holiday. The radio host, 47, posted snaps from her break in Italy against a background track of The Beach Boys' Good Vibrations. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Myleene Klass poses in a polka dot bikini on holiday Credit: Instagram 3 Radio host Myleene posted snaps from her break in Italy Credit: Instagram 3 Her cossie and matching bandana were from her latest Freemans collection Credit: Instagram Her cossie and matching bandana were from her latest collection with Freemans, who she is a brand ambassador for. Earlier this year Myleene revealed what really gets her in the mood during an appearance on Loose Women. Referencing Brooke Shields' autobiography, in which she details her thoughts on sex as a 59-year-old woman, Jane Moore put the same question to her fellow panelists. Myleene, who shares five-year-old daughter Ava with her husband Graham Quinn, revealed what gets her turned on now she's a busy mum. The model explained that when it comes to getting in the mood for women, it's a' slow burn'. "I think all these ideas of tequila and setting the mood and music, it's not about those five minutes, it's about the whole day," she said. "It's about the cup of tea, it's about kindness, put a shelf up and things are going to look way more promising for the evening." Myleene went on to say that being proactive about tasks in the home and looking after your partner and family is her idea of "foreplay." "It's not just what goes on in the bedroom, it's actually what goes on in your relationship." And while she acknowledged that society doesn't find this idea as "enticing," she said that putting time and effort into a relationship is the biggest turn on.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kendal Calling issue tribute to 'genius' Brian Wilson
Kendal Calling has issued a tribute following the death of The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson. Wilson was the eldest and last surviving of the three musical brothers who formed the American rock band in 1961, alongside their cousin Mike Love and school friend Al Jardine. The Beach Boys performed at the Cumbrian festival in 2017 alongside Stereophonics, Manic Street Preachers and Franz Ferdinand. A spokesperson for Kendal Calling said on Instagram: 'We are very sad to hear the news of Brian Wilson's passing. 'Genius is a term often overused but not in this instance. Undoubtedly one of the greatest songwriters of all time and a master of his craft. 'We had the pleasure of hosting Brian in the Deer Park back in 2017 - it was one of those real 'pinch me' moments getting to see his name on a Kendal Calling poster.'
