From Rolling Stone · Andy Greene · · 1m
Beach Boys Return After Mike Love's Health Strain
Mike Love performs at Cincinnati concert despite health struggles after months of cancellations.
In brief
Mike Love performs at Cincinnati concert despite health struggles after months of cancellations. Mike Love played a public concert in Cincinnati after three months of cancellations due to health issues, with the Beach Boys performing without him for lead vocals. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Beach Boys return after cancellations
The Beach Boys played their first public concert in three months at Cincinnati’s PNC Pavilion on October 11, 2026.
John Stamos supports Mike Love
John Stamos addressed the crowd before the show, saying Mike Love would not miss the concert despite health issues.
Mike Love’s health struggles
Mike Love canceled shows due to health issues after losing his sister and recovering from bronchitis and COVID.
Band members share lead vocals
Band members traded lead vocals, with Mike Love joining on background vocals during the concert.
Beach Boys schedule for 2026
The Beach Boys have concerts in Nashville, Disney World, and Bristol, Virginia, with their next show in Alberta in May 2027.
The one thing
Mike Love played a public concert in Cincinnati after three months of cancellations due to health issues, with the Beach Boys performing without him for lead vocals.
