Cousin Brucie hosts Dean Torrence to discuss his enduring legacy as half of the iconic surf-rock duo Jan and Dean. The conversation explores the origins of their greatest hits, specifically how Brian Wilson gifted them the chart-topping song "Surf City" after a humorous dispute regarding the authorship of "Surfin' USA." Torrence provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Wrecking Crew studio musicians, detailing his unique preference for using two drummers to achieve a powerful recording sound. Beyond his musical contributions, Torrence highlights his success as a Grammy-winning graphic artist and invites fans to join him on upcoming nostalgia music cruises.
