Carl Wilson

Carl Wilson
Carl Wilson passed away after a brief bout with lung cancer on February 7th, 1998 at the age of 51. By the age of 15 Carl was an accomplished guitar player. With his Chuck Berry infused riffs he assumed the role of lead guitarist with “The Beach Boys”. He was instrumental in keeping the group together during rough times and often served as arbitrator for group members who were in dispute. He sang lead to the song “God Only Knows” and contributed vocal parts to the Beach boys trademark harmonies.