Global Music Icons Pay Tribute to Late Beach Boys Co-Founder Brian Wilson

Brian Wilson, the co-founder and creative force behind The Beach Boys, passed away at the age of 82, prompting widespread tributes from musicians, bandmates, and family. Paul McCartney praised Wilson's songwriting genius, describing his songs as 'achingly special' and credited him with influencing The Beatles, especially with the album Pet Sounds. Beach Boys members Mike Love and Al Jardine remembered Wilson as the soul of their sound, highlighting his unmatched musical gifts and the emotional depth of his melodies. Kevin Love, related through the Love family, shared a heartfelt tribute emphasizing the close relationship between his father, Stan Love—Wilson's caretaker—and Wilson himself during challenging times. Renowned artists including Elton John, Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, Keith Richards, and others acknowledged Wilson's revolutionary impact on music and songwriting, with Elton John calling him the biggest influence on his work. Collectively, these tributes underscore Wilson's lasting legacy as a musical genius whose work changed the course of popular music.