
Speed and Harmonies Almost Carry Surfin’ USA, a 1963 Cash-In That Barely Bothers to Hide It
The Beach Boys' 1963 cash-in album is a rushed but energetic early rock set, with one classic hit and plenty of filler. Track-by-track review.


The Beach Boys' 1963 cash-in album is a rushed but energetic early rock set, with one classic hit and plenty of filler. Track-by-track review.

A minor Beach Boys record from 1978, slight and pleasant, with a few bright spots. A low-stakes entry in their catalog.

The Beach Boys' 1992 album Summer in Paradise is a sincere but total failure, with dated production, weak covers, and lifeless performances marking their low point.

The Beach Boys' 1973 album Holland is a loose, pastoral record with standout tracks like Sail On, Sailor and The Trader, though it never fully comes together.

The Beach Boys' 1969 album 20/20 is an uneven mix of outtakes and gems, from the lush 'I Can Hear Music' to the ambitious 'Cabinessence.'
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