Pet Reads - The Beach Boys Books Podcast

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The podcast that celebrates and explores the words written about America's band, The Beach Boys

  1. 23 Jan

    The Real Beach Boy - Jon Stebbins

    Ed chats with author Jon Stebbins to explore his terrific book 'The Real Beach Boy', easily the definitive biography of Dennis Wilson. From wild surf adventures to musical brilliance and personal struggles, this episode uncovers the untold story of the Beach Boys’ most enigmatic member as well as Jon's links to Dennis.

    The Real Beach Boy - Jon Stebbins

  2. 03/05/2025

    SMiLE - David Leaf Part 2

    The second part of the terrific chat with David Leaf. This episode's Pet Soundalike is Surf's Up as performed at the All Star Tribute to brian Wilson from 2001, on youtube as its not on streaming services to add to the playlist! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmR8a36x_MA&pp=ygUZc3VyZnMgdXAgYWxsIHN0YXIgdHJpYnV0ZQ%3D%3D

  3. 16/04/2025

    SMiLE - David Leaf Part 1

    David Leaf returns to Pet Reads to talk all about his superb oral history of SMiLE, which covers the 60s as well as the 2000s. Including interviews from all the main players in the story of the album, it's a must read for a new fan to the ultimate Brianistas!

    SMiLE - David Leaf Part 1

  4. 09/04/2025

    Smile - Domenic Priore Part 2

    The second part of the great SMiLE chat with Domenic. Do also check out his recently revived website for Dumb Angel, a real treasure trove! https://dumbangelgazette.co.uk/

  5. 11/12/2024

    Smile - Domenic Priore - Part 1

    We return to the infinitely fascinating world of Smile with part 1 of this chat with Domenic Priore, one of the pre-eminent voices on the subject.

    Smile - Domenic Priore - Part 1

  6. 22/10/2024

    God Only Knows: The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys & The California Myth - David Leaf - Part 2

    Part two of the discussion with David Leaf about God Only Knows: The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys and The California Myth. This also features David's choice of Pet Soundalike!

    God Only Knows: The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys & The California Myth - David Leaf - Part 2

  7. 16/10/2024

    God Only Knows: The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys & The California Myth - David Leaf - Part 1

    There are not many books in the Beach Boys library that have been as influential and celebrated as the various editions of the one that's episode's focus. David Leaf joins Pet Reads to talk about God Only Knows, the 2022 update of the landmark 1978 release, The California Myth.

    God Only Knows: The Story of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys & The California Myth - David Leaf - Part 1

  8. 12/10/2023

    Brian Wilson & The Beach Boys: The Complete Guide - Andrew Doe

    This episode proved to be a showcase for this author's terrific knowledge and experience with the band. It was a delight to welcome Andrew Doe to talk about his thorough review of the band's output in his Complete Guide book, from 1997 and revised in 2004. Hear Andrew's knowledge on the recordings as well as many of his links with leading names in the world of The Beach Boys! Andrew's website: http://bellagio10452.com/index.html Music: KejaR https://kejarmusic.com/ Artwork: Saar Mano https://www.instagram.com/saarmano/

    Brian Wilson & The Beach Boys: The Complete Guide - Andrew Doe
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