Released 14 years ago this June
That's Why God Made the Radio
The Beach Boys · 2012
38 min · 12 tracks · rock & roll · surf music
A nostalgic blend of harmonies and surf rock vibes that evokes summer days and timeless memories.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic summer vibes throughout
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- sing-along potential with friends
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- evocative melodies of carefree days
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking intense emotional experiences
- prefer longer, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 5, 2012, 'That's Why God Made the Radio' is The Beach Boys' first studio album in over two decades and marks their 50th anniversary. This album was a significant reunion for the surviving original members, including Brian Wilson, who had not participated in a full-length project with the band since 1996's 'Stars and Stripes Vol. 1.'
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Beatles· Simon & Garfunkel· The Byrds
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Think About the Days 1:27
- 2 That's Why God Made the Radio 3:18
- 3 Isn't It Time 3:45
- 4 Spring Vacation 3:06
- 5 The Private Life of Bill and Sue 4:17
- 6 Shelter 3:02
- 7 Daybreak Over the Ocean 4:20
- 8 Beaches in Mind 2:38
- 9 Strange World 3:03
- 10 From There to Back Again 3:23
- 11 Pacific Coast Highway 1:47
- 12 Summer's Gone 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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