Mike Love: "I Didn’t Fire Brian Wilson"
Mike Love has reached out to set the record straight on Brian Wilson’s apparent ‘firing’ from the Beach Boys. In an op-ed submitted to the L.A. Times, Love said he did not fire Wilson and that all band members were aware that there would be tours put on by two different versions of the band.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsBeach Boys' Mike Love Earns Spot as Biggest Tool in Entertainment Industry
Mike Love has solidified his name in our hearts as one of pop music’s biggest tools when a statement was released that founding Beach Boy members Brian Wilson and Al Jardine would not continue on the band’s touring roster. David Marks—who joined in 1962, a relative newcomer next to Wilson and Jardine—also are not considered as part of the Beach Boys’ live show. The announcement comes from a statement that Love made on Monday, which said that the lineup was only meant to include the founding members for their 50th anniversary tour. “The post-50th anniversary configuration will not include Brian... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWatch The Beach Boys Play Three Songs on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
The Beach Boys made one of their first TV appearances since their 50th anniversary reunion tour, which featured a long interview with founding members Brian Wilson and Mike Love. read more
Found in: Music, NewsBeach Boys Announce Reunion Tour, Album
After months of speculation and rumors, the Beach Boys have announced a 50th anniversary reunion tour, which will also include a new studio album and commemorative catalog releases. The lineup will include Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston and David Marks. read more
Found in: Music, NewsBrian Wilson Will Not be Joining the Beach Boys for 50th Anniversary
Fans waiting for a Beach Boys reunion with Brian Wilson won’t be Smile-ing (sorry!) at the news Mike Love dropped Tuesday.... read more
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