Track Listing

1. California Girls
2. I Get Around
3. Surfin’ Safari
4. Surfin’ U.S.A.
5. Fun, Fun, Fun
6. Surfer Girl
7. Don’t Worry Baby
8. Little Deuce Coupe
9. Shut Down
10. Help Me, Rhonda
11. Be True To Your School
12. When I Grow Up (To Be A Man)
13. In My Room
14. God Only Knows
15. Sloop John B
16. Wouldn’t It Be Nice
17. Getcha Back
18. Come Go With Me
19. Rock And Roll Music
20. Dance, Dance, Dance
21. Barbara Ann
22. Do You Wanna Dance?
23. Heroes And Villains
24. Good Timin’
25. Kokomo
26. Do It Again
27. Wild Honey
28. Darlin’
29. I Can Hear Music
30. Good Vibrations

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #854 in Music
• Brand: BEACH BOYS
• Released on: 2003-06-10
• Number of discs: 1

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The cynic may question just how many Beach Boys greatest hits albums are enough. Everyone else, however, will appreciate what makes Sounds of Summer unique. This is the first single-disc collection to feature such a large cross section of hits from the group's entire career, spanning 1962's "Surfin' Safari" through 1988's "Kokomo." All 30 tracks, spanning several label changes, were Billboard Top 40 hits and 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. Which is to say that the title here passes the "truth in advertising" test. Perfect for those casual fans not yet ready to spring for the individual albums, Sounds of Summer 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

Customer Reviews

The music is good and so is the group
Since I was growing up, I've always become quite influenced on the Beach Boys. I do believe that this album is a must have for any fan of the beach boys or a fine addition to any collection.

Although, I'll admit out that the music and the group is very good, however, there is one thing that I feel the need to point out. No, I'm not trying to defy or bash their music or the group for that matter. But, their music for the most part is basically written about girls, surfing, or cars. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing personal against the beach boys, and I believe that they have many good sounds. But, if you were a producer or a director (so to speak), and your group basically wrote songs about the same stuff mostly, would you express your thoughts on the matter? If so, How? Or if not, Why?

There's another point I wish to bring up. When I was searcing the beach boys on a wikipedia search because I was merely trying to get to know them. There was something that did catch my attention. I found out that they did a performance for the late president Reagan and former first lady Nancy Reagan back in the early 80's. Plus, I also found out that McCain listed a song or 2 of their stuff in his top 10 favorites songs. I was quite impressed.

For what it's worth, I'm glad I have the beach boys, and this album is one of 10 albums in my music collection. May their music be adored for generations to come. If you are trying to collect songs of the beach boys, then this album would be really helpful.

Finally, I must be honest here. I was going to rate this album 4 stars, but I decided to give it 5 after all. Why? Well, the music and sounds alone would of let me rated it 4 stars, but for their politican background on the right kind of persuaded me to give it an extra star.

My surfer girl loves this
My 7 mo old can't help herself. She just has to dance when she hears the beachboys.

The Beach Boys Sounds Of Summer
All the best oldies!! Brings back some really good memories. Sounds great! I LOVE IT!!