Gershwin inspired me very much. The concept of 'That Lucky Old Sun' was inspired by 'Rhapsody in Blue' - not influenced, but inspired.
Brian WilsonSurfing music is dead. It was just a summer craze for kids on the beach. I'm finished with it.
Brian WilsonI'm just a shy and retreating kind of person. Sometimes I get in a real talkative mood - but not very often.
Brian WilsonJ.S. Bach was easily the greatest musical innovator in the history of the world. He was so advanced for his time. There's a spiritual depth to his music. You can listen to it and it's like meditation.
Brian Wilson