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New York Times
a day ago
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- New York Times
Paul McCartney, Carole King and Others Pay Tribute to Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson, the leader of the Beach Boys who death at 82 was announced on Wednesday, provided a joyous soundtrack for beach vacations and summer road trips for generations of people. Among pop and rock musicians he will also be remembered as a talented songwriter and studio pioneer whose music has had an immense influence for decades on those who followed him. The Beach Boys had 13 singles in the Billboard Top 10, with three of them reaching No. 1. Their influence on the surf rock genre and on popular music generally was recognized by the variety of people who paid respects on social media to Wilson on Wednesday. Here's what some of Wilson's friends had to say about his death and legacy. Paul McCartney, a Wilson contemporary, noted that there was a chorus of tributes from other musicians, saying Wilson had a 'mysterious sense of musical genius' that made his songs special. 'The notes he heard in his head and passed to us were simple and brilliant at the same time,' McCartney said. 'I loved him, and was privileged to be around his bright shining light for a little while. How we will continue without Brian Wilson, 'God Only Knows.'' Carole King, also a contemporary, wrote on Facebook that Wilson was her friend and brother in songwriting. 'We shared a similar sensibility, as evidenced by his 4 over 5 chord under 'Aaaah!' in 'Good Vibrations' and mine under 'I'm Into Something Good,'' she said. 'We once discussed who used it first, and in the end we decided it didn't matter.' In 2015, 'Love & Mercy,' a biopic about Wilson's life starring John Cusack was released. On Wednesday, Cusack said that the 'maestro' had died, adding that the hitmaker was an open heart with two legs 'with an ear that heard the angels.' Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
The world of rock reacts to the death of Brian Wilson
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Musicians across the world have taken to social media to pay tribute to Beach Boys' legend Brian Wilson, who has died at the age of 82. "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," said his family in a statement. "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." Al Jardine: "Brian Wilson, my friend, my classmate, my football teammate, my Beach Boy bandmate and my brother in spirit, I will always feel blessed that you were in our lives for as long as you were. I think the most comforting thought right now is that you are reunited with Carl and Dennis, singing those beautiful harmonies again. You were a humble giant who always made me laugh and we will celebrate your music forever. Brian, I'll really miss you… still I have the warmth of the sun within me tonight." Elton John: "Brian Wilson was always so kind to me from the day I met him. He sang Someone Saved My Life Tonight at a tribute concert in 2003, and it was an extraordinary moment for me. I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation. "I grew to love him as a person, and for me, he was the biggest influence on my songwriting ever; he was a musical genius and revolutionary. He changed the goalposts when it came to writing songs and shaped music forever. A true giant." Mick Fleetwood: "Anyone with a musical bone in their body must be grateful for Brian Wilson's genius magical touch, and greatly saddened by this major worldly loss. My thoughts go out to his family and friends." Gene Simmons: "Sadly, Brian Wilson has passed away. Songwriter, visionary. Thank you for a lifetime of wonderful melodies that spanned decades. I'm going to spend the day listening to the Beach Boys and reminiscing." Paul Stanley: "'Genius' is a term used too often and too loosely, 'tortured genius' even more so. Brian's astonishing output of musical brilliance will bring joy while it influences generations to come. Thank you Brian, and Rest In Peace." Carole King: "Brian Wilson was my friend and my brother in songwriting. We shared a similar sensibility, as evidenced by his 4 over 5 chord under 'Aaaah!' in Good Vibrations and mine under I'm Into Something Good. We once discussed who used it first, and in the end we decided it didn't matter. The world will miss Brian, but we are so lucky to have his music." Ronnie Wood: "Brian Wilson and Sly Stone in one week ~ my world is in mourning." Dave Davies: "Devastated to hear of Brian Wilson's passing. He had such a profound effect on me. The Kinks played the Hollywood Bowl with The Beach Boys on our first us tour... Years later Brian and I used to run into each other at the movies with our daughters and we'd catch up. I'm devastated. I loved his singing. He was an innovator and his writing prowess was remarkable. I loved him." Randy Bachman: "I've know the Beach boys since the mid 60's and have done lots of shows with them. They were the American answer to the Beatles. They wowed everyone with the songs, structures, vocals harmonies. The sunshine sound. "I remember when Brian decided to not go on the road anymore but continued to write incredible music. They were like family. When Carl passed it was like losing a brother and it feels the same today. They are still going today with their incredible legacy with Bruce Johnston and Mike Love. "We lost one of the greatest composers and messengers who took jazz harmony, put it to a Chuck Berry beat and made a new genre of music. Some of the best singles in the world. Dennis, Carl and Brian are all together now. Other worlds to sing in." Cameron Crowe: "Those transcendent words and happy/sad melodies will be there for all time, waiting for each new generation. Mighty love and thanks always to the great Brian Wilson." Keith Richards: Rest in Peace, Brian Wilson! John Corabi: "The genius has left the building. R.I.P. to Brian Wilson, the genius behind The Beach Boys masterpiece Pet Sounds. We're losing our heroes. Rest and ease your mind Brian!" Dianne Warren: "What a sad day and sad week for music. Thank you for the songs that will live forever. Write In Power Brian Wilson and sing with the angels in beautiful harmony forever." Christopher Cross: "It's hard to express what Brian Wilson meant to me as a songwriter. Such a huge part of who I am today as an artist. "I was so fortunate to get to know Brian and call him a friend; a dream come true for me. He was a genuine hero. "I remember taking Brian to dinner one night and picking up the check. He asked why I was paying for dinner and I said, 'I just want to say thank you for all you've done for me.' Brian in his innocence asked, 'What did I do?' I replied, 'You taught me everything I know.' "Brian struggled a lot with illness over the years, but managed to give us so much. I'm glad you're at peace, my friend." David Paich: "His falsetto voice and iconic vocal blend were the sound of our generation. One of the Greatest Songwriters of our time. God Only Knows' is a classic that has influenced us all! Surfing, cars and chicks! Thanks for the music, Brian!" Jeff Bridges: "Brian Wilson has taken off. He was a miraculous gift to all of us. His music, his spirit, his vibrations reached us and inspired us in his wonderful unique way. I'll certainly miss you, Brian. I love you. Thank you for blessing us with your presence. Thank you for teaching us about Love & Mercy. My heart goes out to Brian's family and dear friends." Robyn Hitchcock: "RIP Brian Wilson, composer and sonic architect of The Beach Boys. When your mind wants to take wing, listen to Good Vibrations and Surf's Up. Brian was an inspiration to us all, much beloved especially by my bandmate Morris Windsor. The Beach Boys layered vocals were a big influence on the Soft Boys' harmonies - though ours were far more basic. The world is losing geniuses faster than it can grow them. Love and a little drop of mercy to us all, in honour of a great man." Al Di Meola: "Tonight, I'm putting on Surf's Up in honour of Brian Wilson. May he rest in peace. "This is not your typical Beach Boys song. It's haunting, introspective, harmonically rich – a spiritual meditation more than a pop track. A masterpiece that shows Brian at his most vulnerable and visionary. "Brian Wilson was more than a songwriter – he was an architect of modern American pop music. He reshaped what was possible with harmony, production, and emotional depth. "Surf's Up, with its soaring complexity and aching beauty, is proof of that genius. Also love Good Vibrations, Wouldn't It Be Nice. Thank you, Brian, for the beauty, the innovation, and the soul you poured into every note!" Lucian Grange, Chairman and CEO, Universal Music Group: "Brian Wilson was one of the most talented singer-songwriters in the history of recorded music. Not only did his songs capture the spirit of youth, joy and longing in ways that still inspire millions of fans around the world, his innovative work in the studio transformed the way musicians record even to this day. Brian made an indelible mark, and our thoughts are with his family in this time of loss." Sean Ono Lennon: "Anyone who really knows me knows how heart broken I am about Brian Wilson passing. Not many people influenced me as much as he did. I feel very lucky that I was able to meet him and spend some time with him. He was always very kind and generous. He was our American Mozart. A one-of-a-kind genius from another world." Eels: "God bless this beautiful weirdo. Made weird and beautiful by a combination of good and bad things, like all beautiful freaks. Love and mercy indeed." Tim Burgess: "It was beautiful to see that Brian Wilson was given the perfect closing chapter to his story. He was able to do a well-deserved victory lap and he could see first-hand how much his music was loved." America: Very sad to hear that our dear friend, inspiration and mentor for decades has passed away. Rest In Peace Brian Wilson... with love, Dewey & Gerry." John Cale: "To me, Brian Wilson was not merely about surf music, rather a true musical genius toiling away at melding pop into startling sophistication. He will be missed mightily."
1News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- 1News
Tributes to Brian Wilson flood in from across the music world
Tributes for the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson from across the music and entertainment world have flooded in following his death at 82. Wilson's family posted news of his death on his website and social media accounts today. Further details weren't immediately available. The influence of Wilson's music was felt far and wide, which has been reflected in the tributes made by other musicians and entertainers. 'Brian Wilson was my friend and my brother in songwriting. We shared a similar sensibility, as evidenced by his 4 over 5 chord under Aaaah! in Good Vibrations and mine under I'm Into Something Good. We once discussed who used it first, and in the end we decided it didn't matter. The world will miss Brian, but we are so lucky to have his music," singer-songwriter Carole King said on Facebook. 'I know Orbison is the king of emo, but man if there was a human being who made art out of inexpressible sadness….damn it was Brian Wilson," drummer and producer Questlove said on Instagram. ADVERTISEMENT John Cusack, who played Wilson in the 2014 biopic Love & Mercy, said: 'The maestro has passed — the man was a open heart with two legs — with an ear that heard the angels. Quite literally. Love and Mercy for you and yours tonight. RIP Brian.' The morning's headlines in 90 seconds including passengers stuck on ferry overnight, new flights to Sydney coming, and the weirdest things we leave in Ubers. (Source: 1News) Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards posted to Instagram. 'Rest in Peace,' he wrote. 'Oh no Brian Wilson and Sly Stone in one week - my world is in mourning. So sad," said Richards' bandmate Ronnie Wood on X. 'Anyone with a musical bone in their body must be grateful for Brian Wilson's genius magical touch !! And greatly saddened of this major worldly loss!! My thoughts go out to his family and friends," Fleetwood Mac drummer Mick Fleetwood said on X. 'First Sly, now Brian … this is really just," Maggie Rogers wrote on her Instagram Story, adding a heartbreak emoji. 'Anyone who really knows me knows how heart broken I am about Brian Wilson passing. Not many people influenced me as much as he did. I feel very lucky that I was able to meet him and spend some time with him. He was always very kind and generous. He was our American Mozart. A one of a kind genius from another world," Sean Ono Lennon said on X. ADVERTISEMENT 'SO very sad to hear that our dear friend, inspiration and mentor for decades has passed away. Rest In Peace BRIAN love, Dewey & Gerry," Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley, the only remaining founding members of the band America, wrote on Instagram. Nancy Sinatra posted to Instagram, saying: 'His cherished music will live forever as he travels through the Universe and beyond. God bless you, sweet Brian. One of the biggest thrills of my life was singing California Girls with Brian.' 'To me, Brian Wilson was not merely about surf music, rather a true musical genius toiling away at melding POP into startling sophistication. He will be missed mightily," John Cale, Velvet Underground musician and producer, wrote on X. 'Brian Wilson was a musical and spiritual giant. His melodies shaped generations, & his soul resonated in every note. I was fortunate to know him; we all were blessed by his genius. Rest peacefully, Brian," Micky Dolenz of The Monkees said on X. Randy Bachman, co-founder of Bachman-Turner Overdrive, said: 'We lost one of the greatest composers and messengers who took jazz harmony, put it to a Chuck Berry beat and made a new genre of music. Some of the best singles in the world. Dennis, Carl and Brian are all together now. Other worlds to sing in.'
Sky News AU
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
'Genius magical touch': Celebrity tributes pour in for The Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson after his death aged 82 following dementia battle
The Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson has died at the age of 82. Wilson's family confirmed the news through a statement on the official Instagram account and website on Wednesday. "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," the statement read. "We are at a loss for words right now. "Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving. "We realise that we are sharing our grief with the world. Love & Mercy." Wilson's family did not provide a cause of death for the Surf City hitmaker, who was just days shy of his 83rd birthday. The rocker started his music career in 1961 by forming the Beach Boys with his brother Carl Wilson, cousin Mike Love, and friend Al Jardine. He served as the rock band's songwriter, producer, co-lead vocalist, bassist, and keyboardist and became the first pop musician credited for writing, arranging, producing, and performing his own material in 1962. Celebrity tributes have poured in for the renowned musician, including from Bob Dylan, Carole King, Keith Richards and Mick Fleetwood. 'Heard the sad news about Brian today and thought about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius. Rest in peace dear Brian," Dylan wrote on X. Singer Carole King described Wilson as her "brother and friend in songwriting" in a Facebook statement paying homage to his music. "We shared a similar sensibility, as evidenced by his 4 over 5 chord under 'Aaaah!' in 'Good Vibrations' and mine under 'I'm Into Something Good," she said. "We once discussed who used it first, and in the end we decided it didn't matter. The world will miss Brian, but we are so lucky to have his music.' Fleetwood Mac drummer Mick Fleetwood said the world had lost a genius. 'Anyone with a musical bone in their body must be grateful for Brian Wilson's genius magical touch!!" he said. "And greatly saddened of this major worldly loss!! My thoughts go out to his family and friends." Wilson is remembered through his five adopted children he shared with his late wife, Melinda Kae Ledbetter, and their six grandchildren. After Ledbetter died in 2024, Wilson declared she was his "saviour" and the reason he was considered a pioneer in composition and recording. "She gave me the emotional security I needed to have a career. She encouraged me to make the music that was closer to my heart," he said. Just weeks later, Wilson was diagnosed with dementia and became unable to care for himself with his family arranging conservatorship. At the pinnacle of his success in the 1960s, Wilson had written more than two dozen US Top 40 hits still famous today, including Surf City (1963), I Get Around (1964), Help Me, Rhonda (1965), and Good Vibrations (1966). The Beach Boys' second album, Surfin' U.S.A., was released in 1963, following Surfin' Safari the previous year. The album, a cultural phenomenon, peaked at number two on the Billboard charts and solidified the boy band as a major act. It conjured images of a carefree California lifestyle, complete with palm trees and beaches. Wilson's health deteriorated around 1964 when he was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and mild bipolar disorder with hallucinations. In a psychiatrist appointment, Wilson was ruled to have been suffering from work-related fatigue. He later admitted to taking recreational drugs on a Beach Boys tour, with his hallucinations emerging a week after he first used psychedelics. As Wilson's condition worsened in the early 1980s when he was a patient at Brotzman Memorial Hospital, doctors retracted his schizophrenia diagnosis after finding evidence of brain damage caused by drug use. The music legend refrained from touring but was the mastermind behind the Beach Boys' 1966 magnum opus, Pet Sounds. Wilson's use of psychedelic drugs fueled the band's creative inspiration. Pet Sounds, with its hit singles God Only Knows, and I Know There's An Answer, was influenced by his experience with mind-altering drugs. The album was praised by the Beatles' singer Paul McCartney, who commended Wilson's writing. "I love the album so much. I've just bought my kids each a copy of it for their education in life," McCartney said in 1990. "I figure no one is educated musically 'til they've heard that album. I was into the writing and the songs." Wilson completed the Beach Boys' unfinished album, Smile, in 1967, widely regarded as a legendary unreleased album in music history. The Beach Boys rank among the most popular rock-era groups, with more than 30 singles in the Top 40 and worldwide sales exceeding 100 million. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Elton John, Carole King, More Remember Brian Wilson: ‘His Cherished Music Will Live Forever'
Brian Wilson's friends and fellow celebrities are remembering the music icon. On Wednesday, after his family confirmed his death, Al Jardine, Mick Fleetwood, Elton John, Nancy Sinatra, and Sean Ono Lennon were among the stars to remember the revered Beach Boys leader. 'We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away. We are at a loss for words right now,' they wrote. 'Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving. We realize that we are sharing our grief with the world.' More from Rolling Stone Hear Neil Young Duet With the Beach Boys' Al Jardine Stan Love, NBA Player and Brian Wilson's Caretaker, Dead at 76 Al Jardine Is Going on Tour With Brian Wilson's Longtime Band Al Jardine, co-founder of the Beach Boys, remembered Wilson in a statement to Rolling Stone. 'Brian Wilson, my friend, my classmate, my football teammate, my Beach Boy bandmate and my brother in spirit, I will always feel blessed that you were in our lives for as long as you were,' Jardine said. Elton John shared a smiley portrait of the pair and remembered him singing 'Someone Saved My Life Tonight' at a 2003 tribute show. 'I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation,' John wrote. 'I grew to love him as a person, and for me, he was the biggest influence on my songwriting ever; he was a musical genius and revolutionary. He changed the goalposts when it came to writing songs and shaped music forever. A true giant.' Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood shared a post mourning both Wilson and Sly Stone, who died on Monday: 'Oh no Brian Wilson and Sly Stone in one week ~ my world is in mourning. So sad x,' he wrote. Meanwhile, Sinatra shared a photo of herself with Wilson in the studio. 'His cherished music will live forever as he travels through the Universe and beyond,' Sinatra wrote on Instagram. 'God bless you, sweet Brian.' Sharing a portrait of Wilson, Mick Fleetwood wrote on behalf of Fleetwood Mac, 'Anyone with a musical bone in their body must be grateful for Brian Wilson's genius magical touch!! And greatly saddened of this major worldly loss!!' Sir Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group, said in a statement, 'Brian Wilson was one of the most talented singer-songwriters in the history of recorded music. Not only did his songs capture the spirit of youth, joy and longing in ways that still inspire millions of fans around the world, his innovative work in the studio transformed the way musicians record even to this day. Brian made an indelible mark, and our thoughts are with his family in this time of loss.' Carole King shared Rolling Stone's post about Wilson, describing him as 'my friend and my brother in songwriting.' She wrote, 'We shared a similar sensibility, as evidenced by his 4 over 5 chord under 'Aaaah!' in 'Good Vibrations' and mine under 'I'm Into Something Good,'' King wrote on Instagram. 'We once discussed who used it first, and in the end we decided it didn't matter.' She added: 'The world will miss Brian, but we are so lucky to have his music.' Micky Dolenz of the Monkees shared several photos with Wilson and called him a 'D,' crediting his melodies with shaping a generation. 'His harmonies changed the game, and his soul came through in every note,' Dolenz wrote. 'We crossed paths many times over the years, and every time I was struck by his quiet genius and kind heart. I was lucky to know him.' John Lennon and Yoko Ono's son Sean Ono Lennon, shared a Spotify link to 'Our Prayer' from The Smile Sessions and wrote, 'Anyone who really knows me knows how heart broken I am about Brian Wilson passing. Not many people influenced me as much as he did.' He added: 'I feel very lucky that I was able to meet him and spend some time with him. He was always very kind and generous. He was our American Mozart. A one of a kind genius from another world.' Christopher Cross said in his own Instagram post that Wilson was a 'huge part of who I am today as an artist,' sharing a story about how he 'taught me everything I know.' He added: 'Brian struggled a lot with illness over the years, but managed to give us so much. I'm glad you're at peace, my friend.' Graham Nash celebrated his joy and genius. 'He set the musical course in a new direction. How lucky we are to have his beautiful sound to cherish for all time,' he wrote. 'My heart goes out to his family and friends, and to all of us whose lives have been musically expanded and uplifted by Brian. 🩶' DJ duo Disclosure called him their 'favorite producer and composer of all time' in a comment on the post from Wilson's family about his death. '[He] pushed the boundaries further than anyone had before. Lost for words,' they wrote. 'We love you Brian. Rest in peace to the greatest 💔.' 'So sorry for your loss ❤️we will miss you forever Brian,' commented rising country star Carter Faith on the post. 'Sending my condolences. Thank you for sharing him with the world,' added Gavin DeGraw. 'RIP to one of the greatest composers in human history,' said R&B singer Jalen Ngonda under the photo. Bill Pohlad, who directed the Wilson biopic Love & Mercy, wrote a statement celebrating Wilson's musical ingenuity. 'Brian was a true genius and I was honored to have gotten to know him a bit in the making of Love & Mercy,' he said. 'What an extraordinary artist! I will miss his presence on this earth. So many of his songs come to mind when I think of him. GOD ONLY KNOWS WHAT I'D BE WITH OUT (him).' Brian Wilson was the genius behind the Beach Boys and one of the architects of California rock. He helped invent a golden, harmony-filled sound that defined a generation. Wilson's legacy includes dozens of hit singles with the Beach Boys, including three Number One singles ('I Get Around,' 'Help Me, Rhonda,' and 'Good Vibrations'). Rolling Stone named Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys Number Two in its list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Best of Rolling Stone Sly and the Family Stone: 20 Essential Songs The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked
