It’s not the legendary band per se as Christian Love, son of Mike Love of The Beach Boys, releases a sun soaked 4-song EP titled, Sum Sum Summer.
This musical gem has the notable guest musicians including, guitarist Elliot Easton (of The Cars), drummer Phil Jones (known for his work with Tom Petty). Matt Jardine, a former member of The Beach Boys touring band and son of founding member of The Beach Boys Al Jardine, provided additional vocals. It is a collaboration of second-generation musicians that makes this release so special.
Love and Jardine have known each other since they were children. They are pictured together with their fathers on The Beach Boys Sunflower album. “I wanted this version of the song to have a more fuller sound,” said Love. “I called Matt to help with background vocals. He drove 600-miles from his Arizona home to the studio in Los Angeles to record with me.” The result is a harmonic sound reminiscent to their father’s band. Both Love and Jardine have new music planned for release later this year.
John Stamos directed the Official Video. "Christian Love's musical talent is a testament to his unwavering dedication and profound passion.” Said Stamos. “Beyond being the son of a Beach Boys legend, Christian has painstakingly forged his own unique musical identity.”
Sum Sum Summer is originally from the album Only Alibis. The 4-song EP features a Sing-a-long version, Instrumental and A cappella ending versions. The latter arrangement was inspired by live performances on The Beach Boys tour. “At live shows, the song ends with an A cappella harmony of the choirs,” said Love. “The Beach Boys are about harmony. It felt right to add that element to the song on this release.”
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ABOUT:
Christian Love is a skilled musician who has been making his mark in the Pop/Rock genre for over 30-years. He is the son of Mike Love of The Beach Boys. An avid surfer and beach volleyball player, Christian spent his youth living the California dream that The Beach Boys sang about in Santa Barbara, CA. As a teenager, Christian formed his first band called, Alex’s Cane. He fronted several other bands in the 90’s and opened up for Matchbox 20.
Since 2005, Christian has been a member of The Beach Boys Touring Band. He plays rhythm guitar, sings harmonies and lead vocals on, God Only Knows, Good Vibrations, Help Me Rhonda, Sail On Sailor and many others.
In 2020, Christian, Bruce Johnston of the Beach Boys, The Weekend and other musicians co-wrote the song, Here We Go Again on The Weekend's album, Dawn FM. Christian continues to write and record new music. He will be on tour with The Beach Boys all summer long.
AWARDS:
- Only Alibis – Album: 2023 Communicator Award of Excellence
- STAR – Single: 2025 Communicator Award of Excellence
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