Mike Love Returns to Beach Boys Stage in Cincinnati
Mike Love performed with The Beach Boys for the first time since health problems disrupted the band's Pet Sounds anniversary tour. The 85-year-old was helped onto the stage at PNC Pavilion in Cincinnati and stayed seated, singing backing vocals while others covered most lead parts. Love has not shared details about his condition, though he has cited family losses and illnesses as emotionally and physically difficult.
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