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Rediscover the music of The Beach Boys through the lens of the critically-acclaimed biopic, ‘Love & Mercy’. Composer and producer Atticus Ross unpacks the film’s innovative soundtrack, revealing how he reworked unheard recordings of the band to create a groundbreaking musical score.

The series focuses on two pivotal scenes. The first is the film’s iconic ‘Bed Montage’ – an epic four-part journey that blends musique concrète, ambient textures, and remixed Beach Boys classics. Atticus walks through his creative process, highlighting his unique approach to sampling, granular synthesis, tempo mapping, and more.

The series closes with a glimpse into the film’s poignant ‘God Only Knows’ sequence. As Atticus shares insights into his scoring philosophy and reflects on Brian’s lasting legacy, we honor a musical icon whose influence continues to shape the sound of modern music.

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