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Music review: Brian Wilson – ëƵAt My PianoëƵ

By Clint Rhodes for The 2 min read
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Brian Wilson - ëƵAt My PianoëƵ

Sometimes less is definitely more. That is certainly the case with the latest release by Brian Wilson.

For ëƵAt My Piano,ëƵ Wilson offers solo instrumental renditions of some of his most memorable creations. As an architect of the California sound of the 1960s, 79-year-old Wilson pares down his musical masterpieces into intimate one-on-one sessions to be appreciated and absorbed in quiet reflectiveness.

Accompanied by only his piano, the genius takes us on a sentimental journey through 15 memorable Wilson numbers that simply sparkle during their organic revealing.

ëƵGod Only KnowsëƵ opens the set and steals the show early. Even without words, this glorious number touches the deepest areas of the soul with its emotional expression of love and vulnerability at the most basic and honest level.

The beauty of ëƵIn My RoomëƵ is showcased as a fragile confessional by detailing a special place where one can go to lock out all worries and fears within the comfort of four familiar walls.

One canëƵt help but smile while listening to the optimism and satisfaction radiating from selections like ëƵCalifornia Girls,ëƵ ëƵWouldnëƵt It Be NiceëƵ and ëƵGood Vibrations.ëƵ

Not everything is always bright and sunny in WilsonëƵs world. In his loving hands, tracks such as ëƵI Just WasnëƵt Made for These TimesëƵ and ëƵSurfëƵs UpëƵ are incredibly complex melodies that freely flow while navigating a variety of feelings.

For me, the highlight of the album comes on ëƵLove and Mercy.ëƵ Originally released on his debut solo album back in 1988, the track contains WilsonëƵs wish for a world united in love, mercy and understanding.

ëƵYou Still Believe in MeëƵ and ëƵFriendsëƵ are other noteworthy numbers that highlight WilsonëƵs incredible knack for crafting brilliant arrangements that still have an impact decades later.

Just like the vibe of the entire album, Wilson demonstrates that a little love, mercy and compassion can go a long way in making things just a little better for all of us.

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