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Beach Boys to Reunite for 50th Anniversary Show

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The Beach Boys have revealed plans to stage a 50th anniversary show next year.

The exact date and location of the gig are not yet confirmed, but it's rumoured the gig might be free.

And guitarist Al Jardine has hinted that there might actually be more than one show. Rolling Stone reports that he said, "We're definitely doing at least one show. It's a big deal. I don't know where it will be yet, but it'll probably be free. Golden Gate Park was mentioned, as was the [National] Mall in Washington, D.C and the north shore of Chicago by the beach."

Not wanting to do things lightly, Jardine mentioned that he wanted to see the line-up -- including Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Bruce Johnston and possibly early Beach Boys guitarist David Marks -- embark on a world tour too.

He added, "I want to see a 100 date anniversary tour. I want to go all around the world, but if this is the way it has to be, then so be it."

"We're going to have to rehearse one hell of a show. My point is, if we're going to rehearse and make this such a wonderful show, we should take it on the road."

Only last month, rumours of a reunion with Wilson were quashed, as previously reported by Spinner, with Love stating plainly that there were no plans for a reconciliation. And indeed, Wilson's manager Jean Sievers seemed surprised by the announcement of a reunion gig, and said, "Brian has a big new album coming out in August ['Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin'] and that's what he's a 100 percent focused on."

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Lydia Ackley- Kingston, Ontario Canada

In 1975, I won a contest from CKLC radio in Kingston. You had to write 25 words or less why youd like to see the BeachBoys, (with the Stampeders) at the CNE that summer. I bought a beacball and wrote "Id have a ball boucing with the BeachBoys this summer".
Not only did I win (airfare too) The BeachBoys were my VERY FIRST Concert. One packed with memories that will never fade
Lydia Ackley-Kingston sugarsweet007@yahoo.com

July 24 2010 at 1:01 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Steve

I agree with "e"- there is absolutely no reason to dis the Beatles, especially when you know so little about them that you can't even spell their name properly. The Beatles were a phenomenon that changed the face of music forever and the Beach Boys were a big part of the sound track of my generations' lives as well. My idea of the perfect line-up would be Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston, Glen Campbell, and John Stamos (who I've been told also played with them off and on). No one can ever really replace Carl and Dennis (either on-stage or in our hearts), but I think this line-up would sure sound great.

July 23 2010 at 2:00 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
David S.

Who wants to see these old dudes? They must need money....

July 23 2010 at 7:03 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Vegas Boy

I hope they can come back to Wheeling, WV, where they first got VD, and have a special reunion.

July 23 2010 at 3:18 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
ekim

HOW BOUT A NEW BEATLE TOUR----PAUL, RINGO, JULIAN LENNON, SHAWN LENNON AND DAHNI HARRISON, THIS HAS BEEN TALKED ABOUT ---NOW LETS SEE IT HAPPEN!!!!!!!!!

July 23 2010 at 2:04 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Dawn

I am amazed that BW can reach those high notes while singing!! Not many his age can!

July 23 2010 at 1:59 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Lighten up!

We saw the Beach Boys (with Mike Love and Bruce Johnston) at the Jackson Co. Fair (Oregon) last night, and they ROCKED THE HOUSE! Congrats to them on announcing a 50th Anniversary gig! Hope this turns into a tour!

July 23 2010 at 1:30 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
JMark

Jimifan,you're dead wrong(pun intended)!

Klaus Voormann(correct spelling)has his own web site and is very much alive.

July 23 2010 at 1:16 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Jimifan

Hate to say this Frank, but Klaus died years ago.

July 23 2010 at 1:04 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
stvbrgl

I'd love for the Beach Boys to do that song, Stacy's Mom. I think it'd be kick ass.

July 23 2010 at 12:12 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply