During the latter half of 1976, Wilson became a regular member of the band's touring line-up for the first time since 1964. Under Landy's care, he became more stable and socially engaged, with his productivity increasing once again. It was the last album he wrote and produced until his first solo LP, Brian Wilson (1988), and his last that was created without significant interference from outsiders.īrian Wilson producing 15 Big Ones at Brother Studios in early 1976.įollowing a period of semi-inactivity, in late 1975, Wilson became a patient under psychologist Eugene Landy's radical 24-hour therapy program.
Wilson later referred to Love You as his life-defining work, and his most creatively fulfilling since Pet Sounds (1966). A follow-up, Adult/Child, was completed by the group, but left unreleased.
Love You has since been recognized for contributions to synth-pop and new wave. The record sold poorly, peaking at number 53 on the U.S. Although it was met with near-unanimous critical acclaim, some listeners found the album's bizarre, childlike quality to be a detriment. Wilson also included tributes to his wife, daughters, and mistress, as well as his idols Phil Spector and Johnny Carson. The subject matter of the 14 songs ranges from the planetary system and roller skating to adolescent sexuality and babies. His bandmates mainly served as additional vocalists, although Carl Wilson was credited as " mixdown producer".Įngineer Earle Mankey described the work as "serious", "autobiographical", and "frighteningly accurate" to Brian's personality. Love You marked the first time he was given full control of a Beach Boys album since the Smile sessions in 1967. Originally planned as Brian Loves You, it is essentially a solo project by Brian Wilson, who wrote almost all of the material and played nearly every instrument on the record, including keyboards, synthesizers, and drums. The album was largely recorded in late 1976 at the band's Brother Studios. Often called the band's " punk" album, Love You is distinguished for its pioneering use of synthesizers and its juxtaposition of adolescent-oriented lyrics with the middle-aged band members' rough vocals. The Beach Boys Love You is the 21st studio album by American rock band the Beach Boys, released Apon Brother/ Reprise. " Honkin' Down the Highway" / " Solar System".
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