Brian Wilson, co-founder and primary songwriter of the Beach Boys, has passed away at the age of 82 after living with a neurocognitive disorder. Wilson, known for pioneering the studio-as-instrument approach in music, formed the Beach Boys in the early 1960s with his brothers and friends. He played a key role in the band's early success with hits like "Surfin' U.S.A." and later focused on producing music for other artists. Wilson's legacy includes the iconic album "Pet Sounds" and the unfinished project "Smile," which he revisited and released to critical acclaim in 2004. His contributions to music earned him two Grammy awards and a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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