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This is cool: Rare studio footage of the Beach Boys recording “Good Vibrations”

Given the studio technology available to Brian Wilson in 1965, the creation of “Good Vibration” is nothing short of astonishing. Watch him, his bandmates and the famous Wrecking Crew of studio musicians put the song together. (Via FarOut)

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One thought on “This is cool: Rare studio footage of the Beach Boys recording “Good Vibrations”

  • I once heard an interview with Brian Wilson, who said he would try to emulate classical composers when writing music. One song he said was inspired by Beethoven, and he proceeded to cite the exact musical passage from one of his symphonies. He really is an underrated musical genius. Also their harmonies have never been replicated by another band.

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