The Beach Boys in Concert [LIVE] [IMPORT]

The Beach Boys

Product Details

• Audio CD (July 23, 2008)
• Original Release Date: November 19, 1973
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Live, Import
• Label: EMI Japan
• ASIN: B0019N1QZU
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #491,494 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com
Released in the wake of Holland, one of the Beach Boys' last creative triumphs, this 1973 set captures a band feverishly trying to reconcile its past, present, and future--no mean feat considering Brian Wilson had long since retreated into seclusion due to overwhelming personal problems and friction with his bandmates. Aside from the Ramones-like energy of their teenybopping early '60s prime, this is arguably the band's performing peak. Supplemented by Holland sidemen Blondie Chaplin and Ricky Fataar (who would later add the Rutles to his strange résumé), the band offers up several strong versions of then-recent material ("Sail On Sailor," "Trader," "Darlin'," "Marcella"), a few key Pet Sounds cuts, and a few surprises (a bluesy "Leaving This Town," the haunting Wild Honey track "Let the Wind Blow") in this collection's first half, then largely turns matters over to Mike Love for an energetic run-through--and disturbing preview--of their long-running oldies revue. Also included are new liner notes by longtime Wilson biographer Timothy White. --Jerry McCulley

Product Description
Limited edition Japanese pressing of this album comes housed in a miniature LP sleeve. Originally released in 1973, The Beach Boys In Concert features the California combo blazing through a series of hits, album tracks and then-current material. 20 tracks including 'Sloop John B', 'Wouldn't It Be Nice', 'Good Vibrations', 'Sail On Sailor' and more. EMI. 2008.

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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beach Boys Never Sounded Better !!!, August 25, 2000

By	paperbackriter (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Beach Boys in Concert (Audio CD)

Wow! What a thrill that Capitol finally got it together and re-released this gem of a live album which proves just how captivating the Beach Boys could be in front of an audience.(I've been searching for this CD ever since my crummy 8-track player devoured my copy nearly 20 years ago! )Those who have only seen the Boys in recent years, methodically whipping out one "golden-oldie" after another, will be stunned by how relevant the Beach Boys sounded in the early '70's. I mean where else are you going to hear strong live versions of great tracks from "Pet Sounds", "Holland" and "Wild Honey" ? This CD is the only document from this vibrant period in Beach Boys history and that alone makes it worthwhile.

Recorded in 1972 and '73 when Carl Wilson assumed leadership of the group in lieu of brother Brian's absence, the touring version of the Beach Boys was never tighter. South African guitarist Blondie Chaplin and drummer Ricky Fataar climbed aboard and bolstered the band with their dynamic chops. Vocally, Al Jardine and the grossly underrated Carl never sounded better. Al's renditions of "Surfer Girl" and the Pet Sounds classic "You Still Believe in Me" are not only heartwarming, but add a new twist to songs which Brian originally stamped with his trademark falsetto. Great job Al !! Other highights include Al and Carl teaming up on the rare "bicycle" version of "Heroes and Villains", as well as Carl's souped up reading of the catchy "Marcella". Carl pretty much steals the show with a haunting rendition of "Caroline No" which is nearly the equal of Brian's classic Pet Sounds version. Toward the end of the set, Mike Love takes over and drives the band home with his peppy take on early hits such as "Surfin USA" and "Fun,Fun,Fun". Certainly these tracks are worthy, but they are not what makes this CD such a treasure -- it's the aforementioned songs and other live rarities such as "Darlin'", "The Trader" and "Leaving This Town" that make it all worthwhile. Great stuff. Highly recommended !!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best Beach Boys live album, March 7, 2005

By	Michael Stack (North Chelmsford, MA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Beach Boys in Concert (Audio CD)

Without a doubt the best of the Beach Boys live albums-- taken from tours for Holland, this is from the last tour before emphasis on older material began. In fact, of the 20 cuts on this disc, only six date from before Pet Sounds. The band includes Blondie Chaplin and Ricky Fataar, musicians from South Africa who joined the Beach Boys on their previous two studio albums.

It is in fact Blondie who is first heard, with his great lead vocal on "Sail On, Sailor". The set continues through later Beach Boys material and a few "Pet Sounds" songs-- of particular note are a great take on "You Still Believe in Me", powerful readings of "Heroes and Villains" and "Funky Pretty" (the latter again featuring a stellar vocal by Blondie), and a totally moving take on "Let the Wind Blow" (with a stunning lead by Carl). Also of note is "We Got Love", recorded for "Holland" but not released. The only complaint is there's no Dennis songs on here, but its a small complaint, given how powerful the album is.

Overall, a great set, and well worth having.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Last Great Beach Boys album?, July 18, 2000

By	Christopher G. Huttman (Atlanta, GA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Beach Boys in Concert (Audio CD)

Crits rave and zany fans shout that "Love You" is the last great Beach Boys album, however, this In Concert is more likely the final glimpse of greatness seen/heard from the band. Despite Mike Love's pleadings they play a charged set of their greatest hits (well, at least in the eyes of the fans who still care today) and then succumb to Love's wishes and well, those tracks aren't too bad either.

Any album where you get to hear the late great Carl Wilson trying out his soulful pipes for a grateful audience is well worth your money. Also reccomended is Surf's Up and Sunflower, the last two great Beach Boys studio albums.