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| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. That Lucky Old Sun | |||
| 2. Morning Beat | |||
| 3. Narrative: Room With A View | |||
| 4. Good Kind Of Love | |||
| 5. Forever She'll Be My Surfer Girl | |||
| 6. Narrative: Venice Beach | |||
| 7. Live Let Live/That Lucky Old Sun (Reprise) Medley | |||
| 8. Mexican Girl | |||
| 9. Narrative: Cinco De Mayo | |||
| 10. California Role/That Lucky Old Sun (Reprise) Medley | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Menu Screen: Southern California | |||
| 2. First Chapter: Making Of The Album | |||
| 3. Second Chapter: Live Performances from Capitol Studio A | |||
| 4. Credit Scroll: Southern California | |||
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A new studio album from legendary writer, producer, arranger and performer Brian Wilson.
A musical love letter from Southern California, 'That Lucky Old Sun' shimmers with sun-dappled choruses and arrangements that swell and swirl as if carried by the Pacific tides. The album is narrated in transitional interludes spoken by Wilson. The narratives, cameos on life and the heartbeat of Los Angeles, propel the album's musical story.
Last summer, Wilson found himself singing the 1949 classic song, "That Lucky Old Sun," which became the inspiration for a unique approach to what would become his next studio release. He bought Louis Armstrong's version of the track and was inspired to collaborate lyrically with his band mate Scott Bennett, and with Van Dyke Parks, his old 'sidekick'.
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Brian Wilson - That Lucky Old Sun (CD/DVD)
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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The unimaginable has happened, and Brian Wilson has created a new masterpiece, with his latest album (a heartfelt tribute to the mythic Los Angeles of his youth). "That Lucky Old Sun" is a worthy successor to both "Pet Sounds" and "Smile", and contains the familiar layered harmonies and glorious melodies of Brian's previous greatest works, plus some of the same quirkiness as "Smile". Those unfamiliar with Brian's recent work may need a couple of plays to adjust to his current sound, and the brief narrative sections that were written by "Smile" co-creator Van Dyke Parks. However, everything flows together well, and the album is Brian's most accessible and tuneful creation since the beginning of his solo career. The resulting effect is extremely uplifting. Much of the success of the album is due to Brian's supremely-talented backing band - most especially lyricist Scott Bennett (who also helped with the production). As far as the songs go, there is not one weak link, and a wide variety of musical styles are incorporated. Personal favourites include "Forever She'll Be My Surfer Girl" and "Good Kind of Love" on which blonde vocalist Taylor Mills particularly shines (in 2007 Taylor released a fine solo album of her own, titled "Lullagoodbye"). A real highpoint of "That Lucky Old Sun" is the stunning "Midnight's Another Day"- a powerful and moving ballad, which many consider to be Brian's greatest song since "Surf's Up". The album concludes with the sublime harmonies of another true gem in "Southern California". "That Lucky Old Sun" is an album to purchase and treasure, and one to listen to regularly in its entirety. The accompanying DVD includes interviews with Brian and all of the long-term male members of his highly likeable band. It also contains live performances of two of the album tracks, "Good Kind of Love" and "Forever She'll Be My Surfer Girl".
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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Brian Wilson's solo career has been a fairly mixed affair with the triumphant return of Smile or the likes of Rio Grande mixed in with some poor (by his standards) album tracks.
Lucky Old Sun, however, is a great return to form for pop music's greatest composer. First performed at the Royal Festival Hall, the album version is solid from start to finish from the instant classic of "Midnight's another day" to the Beach Boys-like "Morning Beat". The spoken narratives (written by Van Dyke Parks) don't detract from the music and instead complement Brian and Scott Bennetts creation.
This is probably more accessible than "Smile" was as it's a much more coherent piece where Smile was such a leap that nobody has done anything like it since.
Brian's & Beach Boys fans will love this album and it deserves a listen or two from everybody else to.
Lucky Old Sun, however, is a great return to form for pop music's greatest composer. First performed at the Royal Festival Hall, the album version is solid from start to finish from the instant classic of "Midnight's another day" to the Beach Boys-like "Morning Beat". The spoken narratives (written by Van Dyke Parks) don't detract from the music and instead complement Brian and Scott Bennetts creation.
This is probably more accessible than "Smile" was as it's a much more coherent piece where Smile was such a leap that nobody has done anything like it since.
Brian's & Beach Boys fans will love this album and it deserves a listen or two from everybody else to.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
The unimaginable has happened, and Brian Wilson has created a new masterpiece, with his latest album (a heartfelt tribute to the mythic Los Angeles of his youth). "That Lucky Old Sun" is a worthy successor to both "Pet Sounds" and "Smile", and contains the familiar layered harmonies and glorious melodies of Brian's previous greatest works, plus some as the same quirkiness as "Smile". Those unfamiliar with Brian's recent work, may need a couple of plays to adjust to the current sound of his voice, and the brief narrative sections that were written by "Smile" co-creator Van Dyke Parks. However, everything flows together well, and the album is Brian's most accessible and tuneful creation since the beginning of his solo career. The resulting effect is extremely uplifting. Much of the success of the album is due to Brian's supremely talented backing band - most especially lyricist Scott Bennett (who also helped with the production). As far as the songs go, there is not one weak link, and a wide variety of musical styles are incorporated. Personal favourites include "Forever She'll Be My Surfer Girl" and "Good Kind of Love" on which blonde vocalist Taylor Mills particularly shines (in 2007 Taylor released a fine solo album of her own, titled "Lullagoodbye"). A real highpoint of "That Lucky Old Sun" is the stunning "Midnight's Another Day" - a powerful and moving ballad, which many consider to be Brian's greatest song since "Surf's Up". The album concludes with the sublime harmonies of another true gem in "Southern California". "That Lucky Old Sun" is an album to purchase and treasure, and one to listen to regularly in its entirety.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Too cheap to miss.
At the price this was a bargain. OK, Brian Wilson's voice is a little croaky but he writes so well and always has great musicions with fine a production crew. Good to play!
Published 3 months ago by pinky
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
"That Lucky Old Sun" was a wonderful return to form for Brian Wilson. Aside from "Brian Wilson Presents Smile", it is the finest achievement of his solo career so far. Read more
Published 4 months ago by The Monster Mash
4.0 out of 5 stars
from great to decent.
this one has got some great songs on it. And then some ok ones. The music is well played and I have the best buy version from amazon.com which has three extra tracks. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Michael Dobey
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fast delivery but the cd itsel is a lemon.
The hopes were high, too high. I thought it would be a high qualitu disc because I love Smile but the standards were apparently not that high alass. Shame on you Brian Wilson!
Published 12 months ago by Fmj Van Weegberg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Up there with 'All Summer Long', 'Sounds', 'Love You', and 'Brian...
I bought this when it came out back in 2008...I think it was. I wasn't too enamoured with 'BW Presents' - you can't top Carl singing 'Good Vibrations', or youthful Brian on 'Heroes... Read more
Published 19 months ago by PATTY O'TUNE
5.0 out of 5 stars
beach boys
The cd is Brian Wilson of the Beachboys with some recent tunes. Good standard worth buying glad I bought it.
Published 19 months ago by Mrs. Annette C. Walker
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lucky Old Brian Does It Again
My first impressions of this album echoed those of some other reviewers - nice melodies, let down by some banal lyrics, and - perhaps - a far cry from his classic work. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mr. S. Bush
3.0 out of 5 stars
Snippets of brilliance not enough.
See Larry's 3 star review. This is an accurate and well informed review from someone who obviously loves BW like i do. Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2010 by Raffy D
5.0 out of 5 stars
fill up with sunshine !
excellent ... I love this album and everytime I play it I'm singing along.. just fills you up with sunshine, warm days, and looking back with a kind face on the nostalgic days of... Read more
Published on 24 July 2010 by Clipper 314
2.0 out of 5 stars
I might have to agree with the review from Alan J. Stedall "yoss_uk"
Alan says it all really. Perhaps Brian (& hopefully Andy Paley) will write some songs that have some shape for the next one (as everything, other than the title track is forgetable... Read more
Published on 15 April 2010 by Martin Short
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