Ten Years of Harmony
The Beach Boys · 1981
91 min · 29 tracks · rock & roll · surf music
A nostalgic blend of harmonies and melodies that encapsulate California's sun-kissed vibe and the band’s rich legacy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- sunny afternoon nostalgia dynamic flow with peaks easygoing sing-along vibes
- Context
- Released on December 7, 1981, 'Ten Years of Harmony' came during a period of fluctuating success for The Beach Boys, following their commercial peak in the 1960s. This compilation celebrates a decade since their landmark album 'Surf's Up' and marked a resurgence in interest as they navigated lineup changes and shifting musical trends in the early '80s.
- If you like
- rock & roll, surf music
Ten Years of Harmony is an album by The Beach Boys, released in 1981. A nostalgic blend of harmonies and melodies that encapsulate California's sun-kissed vibe and the band’s rich legacy. This album is significant as it showcases a retrospective collection of The Beach Boys' work while also featuring new recordings, like 'Lady Lynda'. It reached number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting a renewed public fascination with the band's sound and history during a time when nostalgia was growing in popular music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ten Years of Harmony sound like?
A nostalgic blend of harmonies and melodies that encapsulate California's sun-kissed vibe and the band’s rich legacy. Rooted in rock & roll and surf music.
What makes Ten Years of Harmony by The Beach Boys notable?
This album is significant as it showcases a retrospective collection of The Beach Boys' work while also featuring new recordings, like 'Lady Lynda'. It reached number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting a renewed public fascination with the band's sound and history during a time when nostalgia was growing in popular music. Released on December 7, 1981, 'Ten Years of Harmony' came during a period of fluctuating success for The Beach Boys, following their commercial peak in the 1960s. This compilation celebrates a decade since their landmark album 'Surf's Up' and marked a resurgence in interest as they navigated lineup changes and shifting musical trends in the early '80s.
Who is Ten Years of Harmony for?
Ten Years of Harmony works well if you're into sunny afternoon nostalgia, dynamic flow with peaks and easygoing sing-along vibes.
How many songs are on Ten Years of Harmony?
Ten Years of Harmony has 29 tracks, running approximately 91 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Add Some Music to Your Day 3:36
- 2 Roller Skating Child 2:20
- 3 Disney Girls (1957) 4:10
- 4 It’s a Beautiful Day 3:19
- 5 California Saga/California Standout 3:23
- 6 Wontcha Come Out Tonight 2:40
- 7 Marcella 3:54
- 8 Rock and Roll Music 2:29
- 9 Goin’ On 3:04
- 10 It’s OK 2:12
- 11 Cool, Cool Water 3:28
- 12 San Miguel 2:27
- 13 School Day (Ring! Ring! Goes the Bell) 2:54
- 14 Good Timin’ 2:14
- 15 Sail On Sailor 3:18
Disc 2
- 1 Darlin (recorded live) 2:24
- 2 Lady Lynda Standout 3:58
- 3 Sea Cruise 3:23
- 4 The Trader 5:05
- 5 This Whole World 1:59
- 6 Don’t Go Near the Water 2:39
- 7 Surf’s Up Standout 4:12
- 8 Come Go With Me 2:10
- 9 Deirdre 3:29
- 10 She’s Got Rhythm 2:27
- 11 River Song 3:46
- 12 Long Promised Road 3:29
- 13 Feel Flows 4:47
- 14 ’Til I Die 2:29
Release Date
December 7, 1981
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
91 min 56 sec
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