The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys Perform California Girls Live at the PNE in Vancouver
In the summer of 2015, The Beach Boys were riding a wave of nostalgia, celebrating over five decades of music, which made their live performance of 'California Girls' at the PNE Amphitheatre in Vancouver particularly poignant. Just before this performance, they had released a compilation album titled 'The Beach Boys: Made in California,' which encompasses tracks from their rich catalog, including their iconic hits. The tour in 2015 focused on connecting with loyal fans while also introducing younger audiences to their timeless sound. A fun fact? The original 'California Girls' was recorded in 1965, a piece of pure California sunshine, and here they were, decades later, still enchanting audiences with that quintessential mix of harmonies, surf culture, and catchy melodies. It’s incredible to think how their music has stood the test of time, isn't it?