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Brian Wilson Reimagines Elton John's 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight' -- Song Premiere
- Posted on Oct 18th 2011 11:00AM by Cameron Matthews
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"Like every kid in America, I grew up loving Disney, especially the animated classics," Wilson said in a statement. "The songs from those masterpieces were as much a part of my musical education as anything else. So it only made sense that I would want to put my spin on some of those truly great songs."
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The Beach Boy'scover of 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight' from 'The Lion King' is filled with unexpected harmonies, bringing the Elton John and Tim Rice-penned tune a whimsical twist.
Wilson's previous work for Disney includes 'Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin,' an entire album dedicated to the late George Gershwin, including two songs that he put together from unfinished fragments. It's no wonder that the home of Mickey Mouse chose Wilson to reinvent their songbook.
'In the Key of Disney' will hit record stores and online distributors on Oct. 25. Click over to Amazon to check out the full track listing.
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Love the album cover
October 18 2011 at 11:36 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Replybrian wilson is the best.
October 18 2011 at 10:52 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyBrian Wilson is timeless...period!
October 18 2011 at 10:46 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Replyif it wasent for brian, the rest of the beach boys wouldn't have a job. . Great song writer,producer,and piano ,and bass player..
October 18 2011 at 10:37 PM Report abuse Permalink +1 rate up rate down ReplyHearing this beautiful song interpreted by Brian Wilson reminds me of his amazing musical brilliance .I wonder how much greater he could have been if not for his well-documented emotional struggles. Makes me want to dig out and listen again to my collection of Beach Boy records. Thank you Brian for the wonderful memories you bring back to this baby boomer.
October 18 2011 at 10:34 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Replygreat song
October 18 2011 at 10:29 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI grew up with the Beach Boys. It was just plain nice to hear this version. Music should be shared by every one. Good for you Brian for sharing this with us and for loving this song too. Patrick C . Arnone.
October 18 2011 at 10:18 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyDoes Brian do anything that isn't good ?...I don't think so ! I thought he sounds great on this.... THANKS for doing it for us Brian....
October 18 2011 at 9:57 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyBrian's in good hands, with great support. He doesn't need the remaining Beach Boys- this group of musicians, the Wondermints serves him well, and he's happy with them. Which is good for all of us.
October 18 2011 at 9:35 PM Report abuse Permalink +1 rate up rate down ReplyI have missed Brian for 35 yrs. This is the best he has sounded since being an active member of the Beach Boys. Now if only we can have the chance to have the remaining original members reunite for a tour - it really will be a trip back in time. Good times.
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