But that didn’t stop the Beach Boys’ leader, producer and chief songwriter from telling The Los Angeles Times last week, “It sort of feels like we’re are being fired.” Wilson was replying to Love’s announcement that he would pursue small-venue dates with longtime member Bruce Johnston and a band including son Christian Love, John Cowsill and Scott Totten rather than continue the group’s well-received 50th anniversary tour.
No, Mike Love didn’t fire Brian Wilson from The Beach Boys. – Brian Wilson, Joe Thomas, Jim Peterik, Larry Millas and Mike Love (2012) Isn’t it time we danced the night away? How about doing it just like yesterday? – Dennis Wilson, Carl Wilson, Bob Burchman and Al Jardine (1970) It’s about time now! Don’t you know now? It’s about time we get together to be out front and love one another…
