In this week’s powerful edition of The Lion’s Den, host George Lyons takes listeners on a deep musical and emotional journey through the life and legacy of Dennis Wilson, the often-overlooked genius of The Beach Boys.
Featuring a special one-hour radio documentary from Sony BMG, the episode explores Wilson’s groundbreaking 1977 solo album Pacific Ocean Blue and the hauntingly unfinished follow-up Bamboo. Through rare interviews and commentary from friends, family, and collaborators — including Brian Wilson, Carly Muñoz, and producer Greg Jacobson — listeners discover the creative brilliance, generosity, and turbulence that defined Dennis’s short but unforgettable life.
George complements the feature with an inspired mix of classic and eclectic tracks from The Black Crowes, Walter Trout, Herbie Hancock, The Doors, Toots & the Maytals, and Ray Charles, all woven together with his signature insight and storytelling flair.
💿 From the beaches of California to the depths of a restless soul, The Lion’s Den celebrates the music, the man, and the enduring mystery of Dennis Wilson