Singer and musician (and occasional) producer who is famous for writing much of the Beach Boys key songs during their heyday in the 60's.
Previous bands also include Carl and the Passions and The Pendletones.
Some of his most popular songs (some co-written) include "Surfer Girl", "I Get Around", "California Girls", "Good Vibrations" and "God Only Knows".
His key solo albums include "Smile" and "That Lucky Old Sun".