Murry Wilson

Songwriter and manager of The Beach Boys

Murry Wilson - Songwriter and manager of The Beach Boys
Born

1917
108 years ago

Died

June 4th, 1973
52 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A songwriter, producer, and manager, significantly influenced the music of the early 1960s. Managed and supported the successful career of The Beach Boys, a band acclaimed for their harmonies and innovative sound. Contributed to the band's lyrical themes centered around youth and surf culture. Involved in the production of many of their early hits, fostering their rise to fame.

Managed The Beach Boys

Contributed to songwriting for The Beach Boys

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