Bruce Johnston

While never a household name, Bruce Johnston enjoyed one of the longest and most intriguing careers in pop music, most notably as a member of the Beach Boys. Born June 27, 1942, in Peoria, Illinois, he was raised in Beverly Hills, California, attending school with fellow aspiring musicians Kim Fowley and Sandy Nelson, and occasionally playing with them in groups like the Sleepwalkers. While still in high school, Johnston became a well-regarded performer on the West Coast circuit and played on a number of studio dates. Best-known as a guitarist and keyboard player, he also han...