Bruce Johnston is driving off into the California sundown … at the least for now.
The Seaside Boys legend introduced Wednesday he is stepping away from touring after six a long time with the enduring band. The 83-year-old revealed in a press release to Rolling Stone he’s hanging up his touring hat to deal with what he calls half three of his lengthy music profession.
“It is time for Half Three of my prolonged musical profession!” Johnston stated. “I can write songs endlessly, and wait till you hear what’s coming!!! As my main expertise past singing is songwriting, now’s the time to get severe once more.”
Johnston famously stepped in for co-founder Brian Wilson in 1965 for dwell performances, turning into a staple of the Seaside Boys’ touring lineup ever since. Now, he says he is shifting gears towards songwriting and even some talking engagements … with occasional touring member John Stamos serving to him craft what he’ll speak about onstage.
“I’d even sing ‘Disney Ladies’ & ‘I Write The Songs!!'” he teased.
However do not name it a full-on farewell tour simply but. Johnston made it clear he isn’t shutting the door utterly, saying he is excited to reunite with the band for particular events, together with their upcoming July 2-4 reveals on the Hollywood Bowl as a part of the Seaside Boys’ 2026 tour. The run celebrates each the sixtieth anniversary of “Pet Sounds” and America’s 250th birthday.
“This is not goodbye, it is see you quickly,” he wrote. “I’m endlessly grateful to be part of the Seaside Boys musical legacy.”