TheCowboyShark

This album marks Brian Wilson’s return to writing and producing for The Beach Boys and it actually started life as a solo project. Brian plays every instrument on it and you can really tell because his style comes through in every moment. “Mona,” sung by Dennis in his Pacific Ocean Blue era voice, has that classic old school feel but gets a fresh twist from Brian’s use of synthesizers throughout the record. “Let’s Go On This Way” has Brian channeling ... read more

This is one of the more fascinating albums to come out of the 1967 psychedelic scene. Van Dyke Parks never settles into one groove for long and the songs shift from folk like ballads to Broadway style show tunes, all wrapped up in lush strings, brass, and colorful production flourishes. The lyrics are playful and clever, and the arrangements feel both whimsical and carefully crafted. It’s a record that stands apart from the usual psychedelic fare, perfect for anyone who’s already ... read more

The 100 is for my own personal experiences with this album and how it came out at a time I really needed it.

I want you to sit and think about the scariest thing you ever saw in your entire life.

I know you may be thinking of Charlie’s YouTube channel but dig deeper.

I promise you this album will crush the horrible thing you are thinking of.

This thing is absolutely horrific.

It’s supposed to be a comedy album I suppose but there is one issue and that is I think they forgot to add the funny.

Charlie I hope you never make music again weather it be funny or serious this album is as ... read more