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AL JARDINE
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THE PET SOUNDS BAND
Australian Tour 2025
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Photo – Bill Brown
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“Brian Wilson, my friend, my classmate, my football teammate, my Beach Boy bandmate and my brother in spirit, I will always feel blessed that you were in our lives for as long as you were. You were a humble giant who always made me laugh and we will celebrate your music forever. Brian, I’ll really miss you….still I have the warmth of the sun within me tonight” Al Jardine June 12, 2025
HOBART – Wrest Point Casino – Thursday October 23
ADELAIDE – Thebarton Theatre – Saturday October 25
BRISBANE – QPAC – Tuesday October 28
MELBOURNE – Hamer Hall – Wednesday October 29
SYDNEY – Sydney Opera House – Friday October 31
PERTH – Regal Theatre – Sunday November 2
Tickets on sale Thursday June 19 at 11am. www.davidroywilliams.com
Beach Boys founding member Al Jardine is touring Australia in October 2025 with The Pet Sounds Band, featuring Brian Wilson’s acclaimed touring musicians. These high-energy shows celebrate The Beach Boys’ greatest hits including “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Surfin’ USA,” and “Good Vibrations.”
Other big hits to be played at concerts include “I Get Around,” “Sloop John B,” and “Fun, Fun, Fun”.
“I’ve been gathering up the troops – Brian’s excellent band,” Jardine says. “We’re all just dying to get back to work, and we’re going to have some fun,”.
After moving to Hawthorne, California, in the mid-1950s, Al met Brian, Carl, Dennis Wilson and Mike Love to form The Beach Boys in 1961. As guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter, he sang lead on the #1 hits “Help Me, Rhonda”, and “Cottonfields” as well as album tracks including “I Know There’s An Answer”, and “Peggy Sue”. Al was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988, and in 2001, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award Grammy.
Beyond the classics, the setlist includes deep cuts from The Beach Boys’ 1970s albums including radio singles and fan favorites. “Al has even expanded the 58-second “Ding Dang” with new verses – “I hope that doesn’t offend fans, but it really is hilarious.”
The Pet Sounds Band represents more than nostalgia – it’s a living continuation of a musical tradition. The 11 piece band is led by Darian Sahanaja of The Wondermints as Music Director, and features Al’s son Matt Jardine, who has received rave reviews for his youthful Brian Wilson-like vocals on classics such as “Good Vibrations,” “God Only Knows,” “Don’t Worry Baby” and “Surf’s Up”, contributing vocals that channel the spirit of classic Beach Boys harmonies, bridging generations while maintaining the authentic sound that made the originals so special.
Delivering an experience that carries on in the tradition of Brian Wilson’s Pet Sounds shows and The Beach Boys’ fun fun fun spirit, these concerts promise an essential musical journey for fans seeking to experience the full spectrum of The Beach Boys’ artistry, from radio favorites to hidden gems – a concert experience not to be missed.
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Surf’s up!
Al Jardine: Keeping the Beach Boys Legacy Alive
Few bands have captured the essence of American summer like The Beach Boys. With their signature harmonies and pioneering surf rock innovations, they didn’t just ride the wave of 1960s music – they created it. From garage rehearsals in Hawthorne, California, to global superstardom, The Beach Boys transformed popular music with their distinctive vocal arrangements and sunny California aesthetic.
Their influence extends far beyond chart success. With classics like “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls,” and “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” they crafted a sound that became synonymous with youth, freedom, and endless summer. The band’s experimental approach to recording, particularly on ground breaking albums like “Pet Sounds,” pushed the boundaries of what pop music could achieve in the studio.
Decades later, their impact resonates through countless artists who’ve drawn inspiration from their innovative harmonies and production techniques. The Beach Boys didn’t just make music – they created a cultural phenomenon that continues to define the American musical experience. Their legacy as pioneers of the California sound remains unmatched, cementing their place as one of the most influential bands in popular music history.
At the heart of The Beach Boys’ enduring magic stands Al Jardine, whose guitar work, vocals, and songwriting helped define the band’s legendary sound from day one. When he joined forces with the Wilson brothers and Mike Love in 1961, Jardine brought a musical versatility that would prove essential to the band’s success, an his distinctive voice became integral to The Beach Boys’ harmonic tapestry.
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As a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Jardine has spent recent years ensuring the band’s musical heritage continues to thrive. His dedication to preserving and performing The Beach Boys’ catalogue has taken him on tours alongside Brian Wilson and as part of milestone celebrations like the band’s 50th Anniversary Tour.
Al released his first studio album, A Postcard from California, in 2010, which was re-released to a worldwide audience in 2022 from Universal Music, and has recently released a new EP called Islands In The Sun featuring guest appearances by Bruce Johnston, Neil Young, and Flea.
Now, with the formation of The Pet Sounds Band in 2025, Jardine has assembled a group of exceptional musicians who previously toured with Brian Wilson, creating a new chapter in The Beach Boys story. This venture promises to deliver both the beloved classics that defined generations and deeper album cuts from the band’s creative peak, including material from their innovative 1970s releases.
With these new concerts Al Jardine continues to capture the spirit and vibe of The Beach Boys’ biggest hits. For fans seeking to experience the full spectrum of The Beach Boys’ artistry, from radio favourites to hidden gems, this promises to be an essential musical journey and a concert experience not to be missed.
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Al Jardine, Brian Wilson / Photo – Mary Ann Jardine
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