Album Reviews3/10
Recorded in Iowa to Fulfill a Contract, M.I.U. Sounds Exactly Like That
A minor Beach Boys record from 1978, slight and pleasant, with a few bright spots. A low-stakes entry in their catalog.
CLAY TRIBUNE / THE ARCHIVE
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Album Reviews1/10
Summer in Paradise Traded Golden Harmonies for Cheap Synths — and Earned Its 1/10
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.
Album Reviews6/10
Holland at 53: The Beach Boys’ Uneven Bridge Between Eras
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.
Album Reviews7/10
20/20 at 57: The Beach Boys’ Mixed Bag of Brilliance and Filler
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.'