The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds vinyl album review | Vinyl Rewind
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- This week The Vinyl Geek explores the defining album by the seminal 60s group, The Beach Boys, Pet Sounds from 1966 on Capitol Records.
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The most psychedelic aspect of Pet Sounds? The fact that Dennis is feeding nothing on the front cover....like far out mannnnn
TheClassicrocker67 you can see there’s a goat poking out of the side. I’m guessing he’s just trying to get it’s attention
Too many cups of coffee
Brian is feeding a large brown goat. Love is not feeding any.
They were dressed in Japanese clothes because they were touring there while Brian was working on Pet Sounds!
Darrell Tiencken oh wow cool
Yep Bruce was touring with them by then, playing Bass and singing Brian's Falsetto parts besides Al Jardine.
Darrell Tiencken cultural aporopiation hi hiihihihihi
I thought they were in San Diego Zoo while Brian took the photograph but i'm not sure.
“Don’t Talk” is underrated. My favorite track.
They are not underrated. When every music institution in the world recognises The Beatles and Beach Boys albums as 20th century greatest works then they are not underrated. I am underrated because nobody will buy my music...its either that or I am crap>>?
Mickeyislowd Yeah I know what you mean, they are considered some of the greatest works. I was referring to the particular track - “Don’t Talk” on the album as I had never heard it played on radio or discussed until listening to the album. Obviously not “single” material like “God only knows” etc, but something about track 3 really stirs my emotions.
@@dak2005vn none of these tracks are underrated, this album is nearly always regarded as a masterpiece. If you're talking underrated listen to 'Til I Die and Disney Girls (1957)
Relapsation Fair enough. I’ll have to give those a listen. Thanks.
Phenomenal. That rifting guitar man
Interesting fact about Smiley Smile: Paul McCartney appears on the song Vegetables eating a piece of celery.
really?
hell yeah my dude
Yes
Well, he was present during some of the vegetables sessions there's no evidence that he is actually on the recording. This is more part of rock'n'roll mythology :)
They were both on Capitol records, so getting permission would have been no problem.
This is one of the few albums that can bring tears to my eyes. It is that beautiful. A true masterwork.
Totally agree first time I heard it wow couldn’t stop listening to it
I think its so much more personal than sgt pepper and i like that
Dustin Mullens yeah to me it's such a pleasant, insightfull, philosophical album. sgt pepper is more of a theatrical album to me. I like both very much.
@@mercurialmagictrees No doubt!
That’s why he took the poor response so hard.
@@mercurialmagictrees SGT Pepper should of had Strawberry Fields and Penny Lane on it because those songs were written and recorded at the same sessions for Peppers but the record company was demanding a single out so the released Strawberry and Penny Lane as a double 'A' side which was the stupidest thing to do. Peppers was still brilliant however without those songs on board Rubber Souls and Revolver are still better albums and I think the world knows this to be true.
And Sgt. Pepper's isnt even nearly Beatles best album
got mine signed by the man
Pet Sounds is by far their greatest album and influenced so many people. It's a shame SMiLE was never completed, because the sessions release is amazing!! Love your videos man! Keep it up!
Mike Bass Thank you!
I personally think that had SmiLe been released in '67, it would have been completely dismissed. It's way too far out. The fact that it gained such a legendary status over the years, made the way clear and opened people's mind enough to appreciate it for the masterpiece it is.
Ronald there is definitely an argument there because I’m only 18 and my dad has been a lifelong beach boys fan and has a copy of the pet sounds on vinyl and when I showed him SMiLE he just though it was pretty bizarre aside from surfs up and good vibrations, he thought it was good but just really strange but personally I love it, the first time I heard it I thought it was pretty weird too especially songs like “do you like worms” but the more I listened to it the more I appreciated it
Yes, Brian Wilson presents smile ( or the smile dessions) . Is a really good album. But I only realised IT aftet a couple.of listens al the way trough.
@@StatusQuonald I agree totally. No guitars, no rock. The generation at the time would have deemed it 'square'. You may say 'What about 'Pet Sounds' then? How well did it sell when released? 'BB Party' and 'Best of the BBs Vol 1' outsold it on release.
I'm Waiting for The Day completely blew my mind
omg me too
Same!
Same bro!
Why the train at the end?? The album is about being young & idealistic, just starting out, the road that lies ahead... before you get hit by the train of life! That was my take on it back in '66, & still is today. Still as timeless & relevant 50+ years later. Worth it just for Caroline No & Here Today.
where did your long hair goooo
Another theory I’ve heard is that the train represents the passing of youth and innocence (and therefore one’s speedy entry into adulthood), but getting hit by the train of life is another good theory as well.
On Abbey Road, The Sun King sounds like it was influenced by Pet Sounds/Beach Boys harmonies
Actually Sun King was inspired by Fleetwood Mac's Albatross
Capitol gave Brian a lot of freedom for Smile after the huge success of Good Vibrations in mid 66'. Pressure, influence from Mike Love, and declining mental state and drug use lead to Smile's collapse. Smiley Smile wasn't a result of pet sounds commercial failure in the US, it was due to Love persuading Brian to scale down the sound after the Smile sessions were ditched. This is why Smiley Smile has such a conflicted personality I believe. I love Smile whatever format it's in tbh. Keep up the good work Vinyl Geek, your production standards are amazing and you're enthusiasm is genuinely refreshing.
This album is perfection honestly I'll never get over this record.
I just got tickets to see Brian Wilson live. He's going to be playing Pet Sounds in it's entity. Can't wait!!
I first listened to this album during a rough time in my life. I couldn't believe how sad it was, and relatable. I've been a fan since, and this album holds a special place in my heart.
This record is pure ❤️
Pet Sounds is more than just a great album. It is a MASTERPIECE.
Pet Sounds is now 50 years old.
Oh my stars.
Pet Sounds is definitely the best album ever
I love your reviews and retro vibe, a really great channel!
thank you very much
+Vinyl Rewind I have One question, are you ever going to do a review of Jellyfish ' Spilt Milk? It is a classic album and one of the last power pop albums of the 90s...
I hadn't heard of them before but I will add them to my request list
+Vinyl Rewind Look em up, they only had 2 albums, but quite influential and one of the guys in the band became Becks road band leader and the other guy ended up writing themes for Cartoon Network, like Teen Titans and Ben 10.....I know you're good on your research!
wow, I love learning about those kinds of bands, thank you
I had never heard this album before 2005, when a coworker lent me the CD. One spin and I was hooked. It has become one of my top 10 works of all time. The tracks God Only Knows and Caroline, No give me goosebumps. I was lucky that Brian W was convinced to do some live shows on Sunset Blvd around that time, and I got to go see him. What a great experience.
The definition of
“I guess you guys weren’t ready for that, but your kids are gonna love it”
This production quality is way ahead of its time for youtube.
I like Pet Sounds more than Sgt Pepper's, but in general both records deserves equal right to be at the top of the best albums of all time.
This is the perfect album to put on if you wanna be in a good mood. It also captures feeling of love perfectly.
My #1 favorite album for all time. A work of stunning genius. My favorite band of all time The opening track, ‘Wouldn’t It Be Nice’, is my very favorite song in all the universe. So yeah, this album had and continues to have quite the affect on me.
The photos you asked about were taken while the Beach Boys were on tour in Japan.
thanks
I really effing appreciate you taking the time to talk about a album I love so much... Thank you dude!!
To me, Pet Sounds is an album about a young love. Beginning with "Wouldn't it Be Nice", on to "God Only Knows" in the middle and ending with "Caroline No". It truly was the 1st 'concept album' in Rock.Pop music. The only sticking point for me? The label insisted that Brian place "Sloop John B" on the album because it sounded like a hit. It was a hit, it is a great song, but it doesn't fit with the rest of the album.
One of the best albums of alltime.
I like the smile sessions. Also I prefer pet sounds over any beatles album. And that's coming from a huge beatles fan.
Adriano Vazquez yeah I think the whole thing about the Beatles being better is because they are from Britain and everyone likes different
You should do more Beach Boys reviews. Beach boys are one of the greatest bands of all time.
Truly the greatest album ever made. It's amazing how many were influenced by that album. The Doors' first album would not have been possible without Pet Sounds.
The photos of them in traditional Japanese clothing is from the Japanese tour the rest of the Beach Boys were on while Brian stayed back to write and record the music of Pet Sounds with The Wrecking Crew.
They did good vibrations after pet sounds.that was ambitious and successful
The mono analogue productions version released this year is jaw dropping. Even better than the Carl & The Passions bonus disc version
Have you compare the David Gray mastering 2015 / analogue and the 50th anniversary ? (on vinyl mono). I don't know which version to buy. Thks
Nice to know, I'll have to pick up a copy
Awesome review of a truly wonderful album. I’ve always found Pet Sounds to be a constant source of comfort and joy. Pure sonic heaven!
This is one of the only classic albums I've heard that actually deserves the recognition it has
If you haven't already done so, you folks should check out the "Pet Sounds Sessions", a multi-CD box set that provides an inside look at the making of one of pop/rock music's greatest albums.
"Love You" is their best album for me.
You should do Surf's Up
Which I think is 1,000,000x better than this.
really? interesting
Jake P YES
+Vinyl Rewind are you going to do review some of the David Lee Roth-era Van Halen albums?
Eh.. The album needs more Carl and Dennis than Mike though. It should have included Sound of Free, Lady, 4th of July and Wouldn't It Be Nice to Live Again. Student Demonstration Time is terrible period..
They were on tour in Japan while Brian was cutting the tracks with the Wrecking Crew back home, which is the reason for the pictures on the back. This is also the first visual appearance that Bruce Johnston makes on a Beach Boys album sleeve. In order to get Brian in on the action, since he was not on the tour, they went to his house and took pictures of him in his car and at the piano to include as part of the collage.
Yeah, people need to realize the Beach Boys barely played on this album at all if any. A freaking joke! You should all feel cheated!!Some great songwriting for sure, but comparing them to the Beatles is insane. A doo wop vocal group that used session musicians on their biggest album, pretty sad indeed.
@@chasepop I don’t feel very cheated considering the list of 100+ session musicians who played on Beatles tracks and were NEVER credited. I certainly hope you don’t think The Beatles played all the brass, strings, percussion, auxiliary instruments on their tunes…even the piano solos are often George Martin as Paul and John mostly had basic rhythm chops. What a sham! Lol-I say this in good heart.
@@chasepop Also, the arrangements on those instruments I mentioned, were often conceived and written by producer George Martin (Eleanor Rigby, Benefit of Mr Kite, She’s Leaving Home, When I’m 64, among countless others), whereas Brian arranged (and scored) all the parts himself.
For sure their were symphonies and Indian session folks involved sometimes. Brian don't even play bass on pet sounds, Carol Kaye does. I've seen the session pics, ' Brian brought in the best session musicians i. The industry....' freaking joke.
But I'm not here to argue about it. We all like what we like! Peace and love brother!
This channel rules, the personal stories you have for each review are really great too.
thank you
Fun fact, the photos on the back of Pet Sounds were taken when they were on tour in Japan having fun outside of stage. Plus couple photos of Brian in the studio
Thank you for these fantastic and very honest reviews. I love that your reviews come from a personal discovery sort of place, and don't seem to be influenced by history.
Thank you for saying so. I do my best to come from a personal perspective, otherwise I'd be saying the same things that have been said for years.
Your enthusiasm is infectious.
Love your channel man. Keep it up my friend
there is a picture of mike love sitting in the audience at a japanese show on the back sleeve
The pet sounds sessions album is also great, you hear Brian making the album the way he wanted.
4:29, there are pictures of the band in Japan because when Brian was composing and recording the music for Pet Sounds in LA, the Beach Boys we're touring Japan, when they got back is when they laid down the vocals for the album.
Love your review!!! Hard to believ you just listened to it recently!!! I have the 180 gram one and didnt pay too much for it. My friend turned me on to this 5 years ago and wasnt that big a beach boys fan at the time but after I listened to it I find myself looking for more by them!!
Nice to hear you got a deal on a copy! Yeah, I think people write them off as a pop band without hearing this album, it was a game changer for sure
Still the coolest channel on TH-cam. Keep up the great work, Geek!!
I'm Australian, and 'Smiley Smile' was also released under the Paul Hamlyn label. I think it was titled 'The Beach Boys' . It had a white cover with a photo of five BBs with Bruce and not Brian, Standing in front of a building in London that is featured in a lot of music photos. The photo was cropped circular and was bordered by the titles of 'Good Vibrations' 'Little Pad' and 'Wonderful'. This was also the First BB album I ever owned.
Fantastic Channel, Fantastic Episode! I too grew up in Santa Cruz blasting Beach Boys from my car. (I went to Soquel High) Also, your set looks eerily similar to my parents living room at the time. Well done! Continued success on your channel!
The beach boys were touring in Japan while Brian was making pet sounds.
i love how your tie matches the album cover. Great vid :)
Pet Sounds is by far the best Beach Boys album with Surfs Up, Sunflower, Today and Smile all tied for second place in my opinion. Summer Days Summer Nights and Surfer Girl are tied for third.
Yes, the seed for Pet Sounds was planted on Today's B-side album.
Agreed
With out a doubt the greatest of all time hands down
I first heard this album in the mid-eighties and it has slowly climbed up my mind's pop chart to finally being the best album ever made. It is a flawless work of art and I have never, ever gotten tired of hearing it. I have 3 copies: a mono original, a Carl & The Passions copy, and the 2008 digital master. The Carl & The Passions one sounds the best to my ears. Great review, you nailed it!
Tim Allen Awesome to hear your thoughts. I only have the original pressing. I would love to pick up a Carl & The Passions copy to hear the difference(s) for myself.
Awesome review my friend!! Pet Sounds is a great classic and it's the kind of album I always play when I want to sing along and vocalize, they used to make beautiful harmonies... You do have a 50's or 60's look, this music really suits you, man...
Thank you. I got way into Rockabilly and the hairstyle stuck with me. It's in my blood now haha.
Yes They did go on tour to Japan so that’s the explanation for the back
Tony Asher deserves a lot of credit as well. Aside from writing most of the lyrics, he also co-wrote the music to three of the songs.
Wilson said he was high when he heard Rubber Soul and he was immediately inspired to write these
From one Santa Cruz native to another, love your channel!
I think you can hear that Brian was all along moving towards the direction of what would become Pet Sounds when you listen to Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!) His collaboration with Tony Asher was the big departure that proved to be a good strategy.
You can’t go wrong with the Analogue Productions pressing of Pet Sounds and many of the Beach Boys’ albums. Just great!
I picked up the 2008 Capital records mono repressing an hour ago. I knew that the store i went to had a much older copy and that is what i went there to get. But it wasn't there, sucks but hey, they had the repressing, so i'm happy.
Spinning it right now, enjoying it.
AWESOME! Thanks for the update. I hear there's going to be a 200gram pressing for the 50th anniversary. I hear good things about the mastering.
Vinyl Rewind
I am so looking forward to that!
I had a clean first press of this record but gave it to my dad for Christmas.
I was worried about what pressing I should get to replace it till I heard about the newest reissue. I'm holding out for the anniversary pressing.
To me, it's the greatest Beach Boy's album of all time. I like there early stuff. But this was Brian Wilson at his best. The best Rock N' Roll American band of all time!
My uncle and aunt live in Santa Cruz and whenever I think of the times I've visited them I think of the Beach Boys. I can remember being at the boardwalk with them and riding the chair lift from one side to the other while surfin' usa was playing. Then Monresa Beach is the beach where they typically go to and I can hear in my head Wouldn't It Be Nice, just thinking about going there with them.
Well done as always
thank you sir
There is also a 5.1 mix of this album on DVD-A and Blu-ray Audio. It really opens up the parts, so you can hear more detail than ever. If you have a 5.1 system I recommend it.
I love watching your videos!
Try "Sunflower" - at least an EQUAL to PS, in my mind. Dennis, especially, did his best work there.
Awesome production. I do love this album. I have the OG mono Canadian pressing. Great review.
Thank you! Hang onto to that copy
One of the best albums ever! You, got it my friend. Good job!
My new favorite channel!
note that one year after this video was made analogue productions made an audiophile reissue of the stereo and mono versions of pet sounds... so you can buy that instead for an audiophile level pressing
To answer the question. The reason they were dressed in traditional Japanese clothes is because the photos were taking by Dave Jampel when they on tour in Tokyo Japan. It was on someday (I don't know the date.) when they were messing around on one of the days off from touring and just having some fun. And they had FUN, FUN, FUN.
Ten years old school in Spring '66 I bought the album as the new Beach Boys album! At that age I didn't question or analyze nor was I bowed over I was to be hearing a classic. I just accepted and liked the album. Wasn't disappointed. Had hits on it. Now to hear yungun's revere Pet Sounds as if were rock Beethoven is indeed wei rd. You had to've been there to still just hear it as a regular rock record in a somewhat mellow key.
My favourite song is here today
Really enjoyed this well done!
thank you
I have my dad's original mono pressing from the 60's. This album saved my life.
+VirginSuicide77 so cool how music can do that, hang onto that copy!
+Vinyl Rewind I plan to! It's a little beat up but I also have a mint Canadian pressing on Brother Records from the 70's with a brown border and different title treatment on the cover!
+VirginSuicide77 sounds like this version www.discogs.com/Beach-Boys-Pet-Sounds/release/3929420
very cool
+Vinyl Rewind That's the one!
it was mixed in mono originally.
Great review ! I may purchase the Analogue Productions pressing tomorrow, from what I read online it's one of the best pressings.
About the mono CD in 1996 I was very impressed I would love to get a copy of the vinyl reissue any suggestions?
+BeatleD Evans I'd say this copy www.discogs.com/Beach-Boys-Pet-Sounds/release/1763305 from 2008
I remember going to the beach as a kid in the early 60s and the Beach Boys would be on the juke box. I can smell the fries and burgers mixed with sun tan lotion. I would buy Beatles and Beach Boys albums and 45s. My favorite Beach Boys album is Pet Sounds which I bought then. I also bought Rubber Soul too. I have all my original albums and they are in excellent to mint shape. Incidentally I am partially deaf in my right ear having lost hearing from a cannon blast on a Tank. Brian Wilson is amazing. We should not forget that The Wrecking Crew deserves some credit as well for their unique skills and contributions to Pet Sounds. Imagine if Smile was not burned. It was another masterpiece that was way ahead of it's time.
Whats the difference between mono and stereo pressing
Always heard this was a great rock album. Then I listened to it. It didn't rock. But I grew to love it. Great songs, melodies and vocals. Just don't expect it to rock.
hey, i just discovered your channel and its amazing! i just started my own vinyl collection and watching your reviews influences my decision making when it comes to which records to buy. Personal request: can you review Harvest by Neil Young? i love that album to death and was wondering what your opinion on it was. keep up the amazing videos, definetly earned my subscription!
Thank you! I added your vote for Harvest. I can't remember if I have a copy of it though. I'll have to track one down if I don't. Thank you for the support
+Vinyl Rewind awesome man, keep up the great vids
The beach boys were on tour in japan while brian was recording pet sounds.
I have been a Beach Boy fan for many years. Not herd this album for 20 years. THANKS to your review i went into Chester, Cheshire and managed to buy the album of 'Pet Sounds' on vinyl (rare to get hold of here). Bloody brilliant to hear it in it's original form, not digital this and that.. ' I Know There's An Answer' is my favorite track.. Cheers Vinyl Rewind.. Headphones on !
that's great to hear. I'm glad you found a copy!
Cheers mate. Keep up these excellent reviews, they really help..
Great review, and your story about hearing it for the first time, is so similar to the way I heard Pet Sounds, same as you I only knew the same few songs you mentioned.
Also, I did read that Mike Love was giving Brian a hard time for the dog's barking at the end, as you quite rightly mentioned this was a great touch to the end of the Album, great stuff, and he wanted it off the ALBUM.
And as I have said, this is a really great review, fab job Eric.
Rodger
Thanks Rodger, I appreciate it. It's cool to know that I'm not alone in only just now discovering this album
Hey Geek great vid as always! I wonder if you have watched Love & Mercy? I feel like it was the greatest biopic I have ever seen.
no I haven't, I'll look for it
Glad you finally grabbed it to listen to - It is a great album. Certainly one of the sleeper albums of the previous century.
i would love to watch a beach boys - sunflower album review or beach boys today !!! great show ...thanks
Amazing review. Like so many, I'm familiar with Beach Boys hits, but have never listened to this whole album. I will definitely find it and listen. I loved the background info you provide. Thanks again, Eric!
You're welcome!
it's honestly a divine gift delivered to us mere mortals by brian himself
Quality presentation!!
Can you let me know your stereo setup. Your speakers, receiver etc. love your videos.
The turntable is a Yamaha YP 211 with a Shure M97xE , the receiver is a Yamaha CR-620, the speakers are a pair of Sansui SP-200.
Very inspirational thank you...!
The first time I listened to Pet Sounds my jaw was on the floor at the end! It's beguilingly beautiful with all the instruments bleeding into each others mics ect it is just a wonderful experience to listen to.. This is Brian Wilson's finest work and it is a match for SGT Peppers as far as invention and originality is concerned. My fav tracks are all of them because they all belong together with only Sloop John B being slightly out there on its own. I have several copies and I treasure them just like I treasure my dads collection of all original first pressings of all the Beatles albums I got when my dad passed away last summer. He was the biggest Beatles fan on Earth and he also left me his signed photos of the Beatles too:) Pet Sounds...never to be topped in this century either:)