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SMiLE

The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Brian Wilson

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SMiLE

By: David Leaf
Narrated by: Nick Landrum
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For almost 40 years, from its genesis in 1967 to its eventual live unveiling at London's Royal Festival Hall in 2004, the album SMiLE has been written into music mythology. SMiLE: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Brian Wilson documents the history of the album, drawing on interviews with collaborator Van Dyke Parks, Brian's band (especially Darian Sahanaja), close friends, family, and many others who were part of its story.

In this audiobook Beach Boys aficionado David Leaf, presents the seminal account of the real story behind SMiLE and, in an audiobook exclusive, reflects on Brian Wilson's life and genius in the aftermath of his passing.

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This oral-history style book is so unusual because it (interviews) were captured as events unfolded. There is also enough background info layered in that newer listeners to the BBs and BW will feel well positioned to appreciate

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