The Beach Boys are one of the most influential and beloved bands of the classic rock era, known for their sunny harmonies, memorable melodies, and timeless surf sound. From the iconic surf rock of Surfin' USA to the lush balladry of God Only Knows, The Beach Boys' music continues to be enjoyed by fans of all ages and played on radio stations around the world.
In this quiz, you'll get to test your knowledge of The Beach Boys, their music, and their place in the history of rock and roll.
What year was the Beach Boys' first album, Surfin' Safari, released?
1962
1964
1965
1966
Who wrote the majority of the Beach Boys' hit songs?
Brian Wilson
Al Jardine
Mike Love
Carl Wilson
What is the title of the Beach Boys' most successful album?
Pet Sounds
Good Vibrations
Surfin' U.S.A.
Smile
What genre of music is the Beach Boys associated with?
Pop
Rock and Roll
Surf Rock
Soul
Who is the only founding member of the Beach Boys to appear on all of their albums?
Brian Wilson
Al Jardine
Mike Love
Carl Wilson
What is the name of the Beach Boys' album that marked the beginning of Brian Wilson's psychological decline?
Smile
Pet Sounds
Surfin' USA
Good Vibrations
What was the Beach Boys' first single to reach number one on the charts?
Surfin' Safari
Fun, Fun, Fun
I Get Around
Help Me Rhonda
Who was the lead singer for the majority of the Beach Boys' songs?
Brian Wilson
Al Jardine
Mike Love
Carl Wilson
What was the title of the Beach Boys' first number one hit?
Surfin' Safari
Fun, Fun, Fun
I Get Around
Help Me Rhonda
What instrument did Brian Wilson primarily play in the Beach Boys?
Drums
Bass Guitar
Piano
Guitar
What was the Beach Boys' most successful single in the UK?
I Get Around
Good Vibrations
Fun, Fun, Fun
Help Me Rhonda
What was the Beach Boys' original lineup composed of?
Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love, Dennis Wilson, and Carl Wilson
Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love, Carl Wilson, and Bruce Johnston
Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love, Dennis Wilson, and Bruce Johnston
Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love, and Carl Wilson
What was the name of the Beach Boys' first surf-themed album?
Surfin' Safari
Surfin' USA
Surf's Up
Surfin' Soul
Who did Brian Wilson collaborate with to create the Beach Boys' masterpiece album, Pet Sounds?
Al Jardine
Mike Love
Van Dyke Parks
Carl Wilson
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