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Inquirer music critic shares memories of Brian Wilson, Beach Boys visionary leader

Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls” and other summertime anthems and made him one of the world’s most influential recording artists, has died at 82. Inquirer music critic, Dan DeLuca, interviewed Wilson in 2013 and specifically asked him about the idea of being called a genius.
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    Dan DeLuca
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    I'm The Inquirer's Pop Music Critic. I cover Philly music makers of all genres, spotlighting local acts on the rise, telling stories from throughout the city's rich music history, and reviewing big-name touring acts when they come to town.
    Gabe Coffey
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    I am a Videojournalist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, focusing on telling visual stories of residents of Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. I also specialize in motion graphics to help tell stories.