Article Contributed by EAR2GROUND
Published on November 11, 2025
Photo: Courtesy of Oglio Records
Brian Wilson’s Live at the Roxy Theatre (25th Anniversary Edition) is out now via Oglio Records—the first official Brian Wilson release since his passing on June 11, 2025. Captured over two sold-out nights in April 2000 at West Hollywood’s legendary Roxy Theatre, the newly expanded collection celebrates Wilson’s luminous late-career return to the stage—available now on vinyl for the first time as a 3LP box set, alongside 2CD and digital editions.
Originally released in 2000 as Wilson’s first-ever live solo album, Live at the Roxy Theatre finds the Beach Boys co-founder performing classics like “California Girls,” “Surfer Girl,” “I Get Around,” and “Good Vibrations,” alongside latter-day originals including “The First Time” and “This Isn’t Love.” Backed by a powerhouse 10-piece band featuring members of The Wondermints, Wilson’s warmth, humor, and genius shine through every note.
The new 25th Anniversary Edition expands that landmark moment with never-before-heard performances and tour recordings (2000–2009), produced by longtime collaborator Mark Linett and Oglio Records founder Carl Caprioglio, with new liner notes by David Leaf tracing how those Roxy shows sparked Wilson’s creative renaissance.
“With Brian’s passing this year, this edition isn’t just a reissue—it’s a heartfelt tribute to his artistry, his kindness, and the timeless music he shared with us.” — Carl Caprioglio, Oglio Records
“Those nights on the Sunset Strip turned out to be the beginning of Brian’s great second act… Looking back now, it’s clear: the Roxy was where Brian’s rebirth as a performer truly came alive.” — David Leaf
Celebrate the release with exclusive “Beach Bundles” and apparel inspired by the Roxy era—available now through the Brian Wilson Official Store.
Key Tracks: “California Girls,” “In My Room,” “God Only Knows,” “The First Time,” “Be My Baby,” “Add Some Music to Your Day.”
“A brilliant album and one that, no doubt, Wilson would have loved. This is the most complete version of the live album to be released. It delivers what is promised, and it is an incredibly well put-together live album. The overall sound and presentation is absolutely astounding.” — Spill Magazine
“Backed by a 10-piece band featuring members of the power-pop group The Wondermints, Wilson delivered two nights loaded with memories that would never be forgotten and set lists that checked a lot of boxes for fans of surf music, the Beach Boys, and just harmony in general.” — Ultimate Classic Rock
“`