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Van Dyke Parks (born January 3, 1943) is an American musician, songwriter, arranger, and record producer who has composed various film and television soundtracks. He is best known for his 1967 album Song Cycle and for his collaborations with Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys (particularly the album Smile ).
About Van Dyke Parks. A prolific composer and arranger who has collaborated with people as diverse as Brian Wilson and Skrillex. VDP’s psychedelic Tin-Pan alley songs are the Bioshock of...
Apr 25, 2017 · Learn about the inimitable legacy of Van Dyke Parks, a songwriter, producer, and arranger who influenced pop music for over 40 years. Discover his collaborations with Harry Nilsson, Randy Newman, Brian Wilson, and more.
Apr 21, 2011 · The veteran songwriter and arranger on the Beach Boys, Bob Dylan, and more. Welcome to 5-10-15-20, where we talk to artists about the music they loved at five-year interval points in their lives ...
May 22, 2013 · A wide-ranging conversation with the American songwriting legend, who talks about his new album Songs Cycled, his collaborations with Brian Wilson, his influences and his views on music and life. Learn about his unique style, his eclectic taste and his wry humour in this exclusive interview.
Van Dyke Parks is an arranger and composer best known for writing the lyrics to a certain lost classic by the Beach Boys – but that’s not even the half of it.
Oct 2, 2020 · November 25, 2010 • The charming husband-and-wife led band made a lasting impact with its debut album, thanks in part to producer and arranger Van Dyke Parks. The clever and whimsical work...
