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Carl Wilson

Carl Wilson

Hawthorne, CA, USA

Age 80

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Carl Wilson was the lead guitarist and frequent lead vocalist of The Beach Boys. Considered to have one of the most beautiful voices in rock music, his vocal on "God Only Knows" is often cited as one of the greatest vocal performances ever recorded. Carl took on a leadership role in the band as Brian Wilson withdrew due to mental health issues. He passed away from lung cancer in 1998.

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1967 Rickenbacker 360-12 12 string electric guitar owned and photographed by Greg Field
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Backstage Photo with Bruce Johnston & Carl Wilson with Roy Orbison 1979
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Carl Wilson 1979
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