Brian Love

“That's just incredible, right? So, he told me, ‘Well, if you don’t do as many concerts, you don't see as many towns, and then that means less people get to hear the amazing Beach Boys personally.' So, he's always cared for the small towns, the fairs. … This is obviously a much more well-known, beautiful venue. But he cares about the listener, and I think it's such an honor to be part of that. And we've gotta live in the moment.”

Brian Love · said 2026-10-11 · reported 2026-10-14

Brian Love recounted a childhood conversation with his father about why he plays so many concerts, via Variety.

“Look at this place. So, we are happy. We're going to be positive. We're gonna sing along. But I still remember something he told me when I was a child, and it stuck with me. I said, ‘Dad, why do you do so many shows?’ I mean, we are talking about a guy who's done over 100 concerts a year well up into his 80s.”

Brian Love · said 2026-10-11 · reported 2026-10-14

Brian Love spoke before the Ryman show about his father's dedication to performing, via Variety.

“One thing about him is he's stubborn, and he's steadfast, and he did not want to miss the Ryman. I mean, for good reason,”

Brian Love · said 2026-10-11 · reported 2026-10-14

Brian Love delivered a speech before the Ryman show, reported by Variety.