Dennis Wilson is tagged as: pop, classic rock, rock, california, surf Dennis Carl Wilson (December 4, 1944 – December 28, 1983) was an American rock and roll musician best known as a founding member and the drummer of The Beach Boys. Though he sang few leads early on and was occasionally augmented or replaced by studio drummers, starting in the late 60s Dennis became a composer and multi-instrumentalist. In 1977, he released a critically acclaimed solo album, “Pacific Ocean Blue”. Dennis is purported to have been the only surfer in the Beach Boys, and suggested that the surfing craze be the topic of some songs. The advice paid off, and to this day “The Beach Boys” moniker is synonymous with sun, surf and what some have labeled the “California Myth”. Dennis Wilson’s personal excesses and relationships are legendary in musical circles. This includes his odd association with Charles Manson; even co-writing a song with the would be musician turned cult leader. He appeared with James Taylor in the 1971 road movie “Two-lane Blacktop”. Dennis was generally considered the ladies man of the group, and his solo rendition of Joe Cocker’s hit “You Are So Beautiful” (written by Dennis and Billy Preston) was a staple at many Beach Boys concerts, elliciting female audience ... Read More About Dennis Wilson Biography...  Send Dennis Wilson ringtones to your cell
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