5 Things to Know About the Beach Boys' Pet Sounds
- Pet Sounds was released on May 16, 1966, by Capitol Records.
- It is widely considered one of the most influential albums in pop music history.
- The album marked a creative peak for Brian Wilson, who composed and produced most of its songs.
- Its innovative use of studio techniques and unconventional instruments set it apart from earlier Beach Boys work.
- Pet Sounds initially received mixed commercial success but grew in critical acclaim over time.