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The cynical may question just how many Beach Boys greatest hits albums are enough. Non-cynics, however, will appreciate what makes The Very Best Of... unique. This is the first single-disc collection to feature such a large cross-selection of hits from the group's entire career, spanning 1962's "Surfin' Safari" through to 1988's "Kokomo". All 30 tracks, spanning several label changes are probably now as identifiable as the national anthem to anyone with radio or TV access. The fact that the tracks aren't in chronological order helps make for a fresh listening experience, as does the crisp digital sound. And yet these songs--even those that are more than four decades old--always sound strangely fresh and will likely remain so as long as there are beaches, young people and that symbolic season of freedom and dreams. Perfect for those casual fans not yet ready to spring for the individual albums, The Very Best of the Beach Boys is, in many ways, a better representation of this legendary band's art than Elvis' 30 No 1 Hits and the Beatles' 1 were of the King and the Fab Four. --Bill Holdship
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68 of 71 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
So many of their songs are well known, and not just to those who were raised on this music, but to people of all ages. Part of the reason may be that surf music is inextricably linked with the sixties - you won't find any modern equivalent.
Here you get the classic songs they wrote themselves - California girls, Fun fun fun, Good vibrations, Little deuce coupe, Help me Rhonda, God only knows, Darlin', I get around and Wouldn't it be nice to name just a few - together with songs that they covered in their own unique way - Do you wanna dance, Then I kissed her, Sloop John B and Cotton fields.
There have been plenty of compilations of their music down the years and will be many more. Given the number of classic songs they recorded, picking just thirty inevitably means that some great songs get left out. Yet, this compilation is as good as any you are ever likely to find. For absolute perfection, I would have preferred In my room or Bluebirds over the mountain (perhaps the best two songs not included) to Caroline no, but this is a minor quibble.
26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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I was aware of the more popular Beach Boys songs, such as the fantastic "I get around" or the sombre "God only knows", though this CD is a real testament to the abilities of the band and the vast range of music that they could produce. It is easy to picture people cruising around on hot summers days with this music playing, whilst it is just as easy to picture people slow-dancing to some of the other songs.
The CD has a distinctly "summery" feel to it. I cannot help but smile to myself when I am listening to this music during the morning commute. What a real, real shame that bands today don't manage to produce music that is as softly brilliant as this. Somehow the music manages to make me feel so much younger and happier just listening to it. Now thats something pretty amazing to say isn't it?
On a technical aspect, since these songs have all been recorded some time ago, they have been superbly remastered and compare excellently to more recent songs that have found their way onto my MP3 player.
All over, a complete winner for me.
The CD has a distinctly "summery" feel to it. I cannot help but smile to myself when I am listening to this music during the morning commute. What a real, real shame that bands today don't manage to produce music that is as softly brilliant as this. Somehow the music manages to make me feel so much younger and happier just listening to it. Now thats something pretty amazing to say isn't it?
On a technical aspect, since these songs have all been recorded some time ago, they have been superbly remastered and compare excellently to more recent songs that have found their way onto my MP3 player.
All over, a complete winner for me.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The Beach Boys were a ground breaking, iconic group who came to define the California surfing lifestyle. With a unique sound of close harmony vocals mixed with great rocking backing music and a broad dash of boundary pushing experimentalism, they crafted album after album of catchy songs. With themes common to teenagers all over the world (women, cars, having fun) and a few more reflective tracks, there is something to appeal to everyone.
This disc collects 30 of their best tracks into a single disc compilation. It is probably the best way to get a comprehensive overview short of collecting all the original albums. With 30 rock'n'roll classics, full of foot stomping feel good music you can't really go wrong with this purchase.
This disc collects 30 of their best tracks into a single disc compilation. It is probably the best way to get a comprehensive overview short of collecting all the original albums. With 30 rock'n'roll classics, full of foot stomping feel good music you can't really go wrong with this purchase.
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nostalgia
A wonderful set containing all the best songs and a great buy. For people of my age(67) this was the great age of Pop and these were the greatest practitioners. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Casta diva
Cracked case
Unfortunately the cd case was cracked. This is a pity as all other cds received from other sellers were perfect.
Published 1 month ago by MRs S
A classic album
This Beach Boys album is a real classic in every sense of the word, with so many hits and brilliant tunes.
Published 4 months ago by Damian Schogger
ok for the tunes
This is a good way to get all your favorite Beach Boys songs on one cd and fine if played just for the tunes. Read more
Published 5 months ago by desmo
Beach Boys Best Of
Amazon does it again. CD arrived very promptly. Best of CD's are the best. Can't wait to listen to the CD at Christmas time with the family.
Published 6 months ago by Mr. AJ Marshall
Beach Boys CD
A very good selection of Beach Boy classics. It arrived in good time and in good condition. I am very happy with my purchase.
Published 7 months ago by Helene
Harsh sounding remastering
I've bought lots of things from Amazon over several years, but this is my first review. It's not a review of the music itself, which is of course excellent, but a review of this... Read more
Published 8 months ago by W. G. Farquhar
All the Good stuff
Bought this album for my wedding dico and selected all the hit tracks (I was surprised at how many hits they had). Great summertime, feel-good music. Highly recommended.
Published 10 months ago by PostmanPat
Excellent Greatest Hits Collection
I used to have a Beach Boys compilation on vinyl called "20 Golden Greats" I think, but no longer have anything to play it on. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Abbafan1972
Classic Beach Boy
Wonderful Beach Boys at their best. The harmonies are spot on, their voices are haunting. If you like The Beach Boys you will love this album.
Published 10 months ago by Biggirl
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