The Beach Boys Channel returns to SiriusXM for monthlong run

SiriusXM’s Good Vibrations: The Beach Boys Channel will air through September 20th

Good Vibrations: The Beach Boys Channel returns to SiriusXM for a limited time, bringing listeners the sunshine, surf, cool cars, and good times until summer is gone. The channel will air through September 4th in cars on channel 79 and through September 20th on the SiriusXM app.

Fans will hear every era of Beach Boys music, hits, and rarities — plus stories direct from the band about their music and their memories of Brian, Carl, and Dennis Wilson.

Special programming includes the Beach Boys Listener Top 60. Listeners can vote before August 26th to be part of the ultimate fan celebration, counting down their favorite Beach Boys songs, from sun-soaked surf tunes to lush, harmony-filled classics. Hear the timeless music that has captured hearts for generations, chosen by the people who love it most. The special premieres on August 29th at 7 pm ET with reairings through September 3rd.

Chart-topping band AJR spins their favorite Beach Boys tracks and talks about how the group’s harmonies, melodies, and innovative sound have inspired their own music. They’ll share personal stories, deep-cut favorites, and why the Beach Boys still matter to artists today. The show premieres on August 24th.

Actor, musician, and lifelong Beach Boys fan Jason Schwartzman shares the songs that have shaped his life and career. From classic surf anthems to emotional ballads, Jason explains why the band’s music remains so special to him — and to generations of listeners, airing on August 27th at 7 pm ET.

The indie-pop duo She & Him, featuring Zoey Deschanel, stops by to play their favorite Beach Boys tracks and spotlight songs from their Brian Wilson tribute album, “Melt Away.” Hear the music that inspired their sound and the stories behind their heartfelt salute to one of music’s greatest songwriters, premiering on August 25th.

Singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez takes a break from his own chart-climbing hits to share his favorite Beach Boys songs. Discover which harmonies, hooks, and heartfelt lyrics have inspired his music and why the band’s sound continues to influence artists today. The show airs on August 31st at 7 pm ET.

The Beach Boys Town Hall will re-air on Sunday, August 31st at 10 pm ET. Step inside Capitol Records Studio A for a once-in-a-lifetime Beach Boys reunion, hosted by Rob Reiner. Recorded in 2018, this special celebrates the band’s Royal Philharmonic album and their legendary career. Founding members Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston, and David Marks reflect on their journey, share memories, and talk about the music that defined an era.

Beach Boys 60s Singles Special features Mike Love and Bruce Johnston as they take you on a chronological journey through every Beach Boys single released in the 1960s. Hosted by Lou Simon, this deep dive pairs unforgettable hits with behind-the-scenes stories about how each song came to be — and how the band shaped the soundtrack of the decade. The special airs on Thursday, August 28th.

Buddy Iahn
Buddy Iahn