27 tracks that have inspired Brian Wilson.

Seen by many as the most talented musical composer of the second half of the 20th Century, Brian Wilson's songs are also among the most memorable ever to have graced the radio airwaves. And while his personal demons have at times restricted the flow of what this giant of creativity is clearly capable of producing, his body of work still remains quite staggering.

But like all great writers, he is neither afraid to reveal, nay champion, those who have influenced his work most pertinently, nor to use that influence in his own magical compositions.

This CD contains the original versions of songs from the writers and performers who have informed Wilson's own creations most significantly. From classic works by Gershwin, Phil Spector, Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly to lesser known one-off singles from The Regents, The Olympics and The Gamblers, all via Brian's beloved Four Freshmen, Everly Brothers, Dion and Frankie Lymon.

Boasting 27 tracks in all, packaged elegantly with 16 page illustrated booklet and notes on every track by music historian Derek Barker, this delightful collection will prove a valuable addition to every Brian Wilson fan's library.

Track Listing

• Rhapsody in Blue
• Rock Around The Clock
• It's a Blue World
• Ivory Tower
• (Baby) Hully Gully
• When You Wish Upon a Star
• Why Do Fools Fall In Love
• Devoted To You
• Their Hearts Were Full Of Spring
• Summertime Blues
• Sweet Little Sixteen
• Moon Dawg!
• Let's Go Trippin'
• Miserlou
• Louie Louie
• Be My Baby
• Searchin'
• Hushabye
• The Wanderer
• I'm So Young
• There's No Other (Like My Baby)
• Barbara Anne
• Turn! Turn! Turn!
• Do You Want To Dance
• Wreck of the John B
• Listen to Me
• Summertime

Additional Details

Label: Chrome Dreams

Genre: Pop/Rock

Run Time: 69 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 08/07/12

UPC: 823564627526