Sounds of Summer

Sounds of Summer

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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Box Set (Limited Edition)

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  • Released Date: 17 Jun 2022

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

The Beach Boys' "Sounds of Summer" is like a cool pint of lager on a hot summer's day - refreshing, familiar, and guaranteed to put a smile on your face. This Expanded Edition offers even more of those classic surf rock vibes, with hits like "Good Vibrations" and "Surfin' USA" sounding as catchy as ever.

The boys from California have always had a way of blending tight harmonies with those infectious melodies, and this album is no exception. Brian Wilson's genius as a songwriter and producer shines through, creating a sound that is both timeless and perfect for cruising down the motorway with the top down.

Tracks like "California Girls" and "Wouldn't It Be Nice" are as captivating as ever, transporting you to a sun-drenched beach with a cocktail in hand. Even the lesser-known songs on this compilation hold up, proving that The Beach Boys were more than just a one-hit wonder.

Overall, "Sounds of Summer" is a must-have for any music lover looking to inject some sunshine into their playlist. So grab a lei, crank up the volume, and let The Beach Boys transport you to a world of endless summer days and good vibrations. Cheers to that, mate!

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. California Girls (2002 Stereo Mix)
16. Wouldn't It Be Nice (2001 Stereo Mix)
2. I Get Around (Mono)


Disc: 2
1. Getcha Back


Disc: 1
3. Surfin' Safari (Mono)


Disc: 2
2. Come Go With Me


Disc: 1
4. Surfin' USA


Disc: 2
3. Rock and Roll Music


Disc: 1
5. Fun, Fun, Fun (Mono)


Disc: 2
4. Dance, Dance, Dance (New Stereo Mix)


Disc: 1
6. Surfer Girl


Disc: 2
5. Barbara Ann (Mono Single Version)


Disc: 1
7. Don't Worry Baby (Mono Single Version)


Disc: 2
6. Do You Wanna Dance? (Mono)


Disc: 1
8. Little Deuce Coupe


Disc: 2
7. Heroes and Villains (2002 Stereo Mix)


Disc: 1
9. Shut Down (New Stereo Mix)


Disc: 2
8. Good Timin'


Disc: 1
10. Help Me, Rhonda (Mono Single Version)


Disc: 2
9. Kokomo


Disc: 1
11. Be True to Your School (Mono Single Version)


Disc: 2
10. Do It Again (Mono)


Disc: 1
12. When I Grow Up (To Be a Man) [mono]


Disc: 2
11. Wild Honey (Mono)


Disc: 1
13. In My Room


Disc: 2
12. Darlin' (Mono)


Disc: 1
14. God Only Knows (1996 Stereo Mix)


Disc: 2
13. I Can Hear Music


Disc: 1
15. Sloop John B (1996 Stereo Mix)


Disc: 2
14. Good Vibrations (Mono)


Disc: 3
1. All Summer Long
2. Good to My Baby
3. This Whole World
4. All I Wanna Do
5. Disney Girl
6. Kiss Me, Baby
7. Let the Wind Blow
8. Forever
9. Sail On Sailor
10. Long Promised Road
11. Cotton Fields (The Cotton Song)
12. Pom Pom Play Girl
13. Wind Chimes (Smile Version)
14. I Went to Sleep
15. Farmer's Daughter


Disc: 4
1. Let Us Go On This Way
2. You Need a Mess of Help to Stand Alone
3. The Night Was So Young
4. Marcella
5. You're So Good to Me
6. Aren't You Glad
7. Baby Blue
8. It's About Time
9. Do You Like Worms (Roll Plymouth Rock)
10. Surf's Up
11. Add Some Music to Your Day
12. It's Ok
13. Goin' On
14. San Miguel


Disc: 5
1. The Warmth of the Sun
2. Everyone's in Love With You
3. All This Is That
4. California Saga (On My Way to Sunny Californ-i-a)
5. Feel Flows
6. Wendy
7. Girl Don't Tell Me
8. Let Him Run Wild
9. All I Want to Do (Alternate Take)
10. Susie Cincinnati
11. Vegetables
12. Time to Get Alone
13. Where I Belong
14. I Just Wasn't Made for These Times


Disc: 6
1. Little Bird
2. Till I Die
3. (Wouldn't It Be Nice To) Live Again
4. Friends
5. Devoted to You (Unplugged)
6. Can't Wait Too Long
7. California Feelin'

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About the artist

The Beach Boys

The Beach Boys, those sun-kissed crooners of Californian surf rock, are the quintessential American band. Known for their tight vocal harmonies and carefree melodies, this quintet of beach bums have been making waves in the music industry since the early 1960s. With hits like "Good Vibrations" and "Surfin' USA," the Beach Boys have solidified their place in music history as one of the most influential bands of all time. Led by the enigmatic Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys have had their fair share of ups and downs throughout their career. Wilson's struggles with mental health and substance abuse have been well-documented, but despite these challenges, the band has continued to produce music that captures the laid-back spirit of sunny California. Their sound, a unique blend of rock and doo-wop with a touch of nostalgia, has inspired countless artists across genres. From the Beatles to Vampire Weekend, the Beach Boys' influence can be heard in the music of many of today's top artists. With their iconic striped shirts and catchy melodies, the Beach Boys are more than just a band – they're a cultural phenomenon. Whether you're cruising down the highway with the top down or just looking for some good vibrations, the Beach Boys are sure to deliver. So grab your surfboard and join the fun with these timeless beach bums.

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