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(More customer reviews)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 !!
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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.--This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.
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