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Brian Wilson

As the main architect behind The Beach Boys' groundbreaking songwriting, layered vocal harmonies, and richly innovative productions, Brian Wilson became a rock & roll legend while still in his early 20s. He was born in Inglewood, California, on June 20, 1942, and co-founded The Beach Boys in 1961. A talented singer, composer, and instrumentalist, he penned hits like "Surfin' USA," "Good Vibrations," and "I Get Around," all of which positioned his band alongside The Beatles as one of the most innovative groups of the era. His first single as a solo artist, "Caroline, No," was rele...