by Howie Edelson
As 2024 makes its way into the history books, The Beach Boys’ catalog, longevity, and importance continues to capture new fans. Beach Boys fans enjoyed the group across all mediums in 2024—on TV, in concert, on record, and in print. Many an anniversary was celebrated and new memories created.
Here are the 2024 highlights:
- 50th anniversary of the multi-platinum Endless Summer hits collection (1974), with over three million U.S. sales.
- 60th anniversaries of Shut Down Volume 2, All Summer Long, Beach Boys Concert, and The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album.
- Disney+ premiere of the Frank Marshall & Thom Zimny-directed documentary The Beach Boys, featuring rare footage and a classic-lineup reunion.
- Red carpet premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre with Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, David Marks, Bruce Johnston, and Blondie Chaplin.
- The Beach Boys won the Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Nonfiction Program.
- The official soundtrack The Beach Boys: Music From The Documentary included rarities, demos, and live classics.
- Mike Love and Bruce Johnston hosted a Q&A at Abbey Road Studios and promoted The Beach Boys By The Beach Boys.
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Learn More- Limited-edition zoetrope vinyl reissue of The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album released for its 60th anniversary.
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Shop Now- December 4th, 2024 marked what would have been Dennis Wilson’s 80th birthday.
“Talking to people who are interested in The Beach Boys gives me a very warm feeling... The music is the superstar of the group.”
Have a wonderful holiday season and a happy and healthy New Year.
Here’s to a fantastic 2025 with some mind-blowing projects and career celebrations!
P.S. – Don’t forget to Add Some Music To Your YEAR!