Mike Love, one of the co-founders of the Beach Boys, paid tribute to his cousin and frontman Brian Wilson, who died on Wednesday at age 82. He joined fellow bandmate Al Jardine in honoring the legendary songwriter’s legacy following news of his death.

Brian Wilson's death has left stars like Ronnie Wood and Mark McGrath mourning the Beach Boys legend and sharing heartfelt tributes

“Brian Wilson was always so kind to me from the day I met him,” John said. “He sang ‘Someone Saved My Life Tonight’ at a tribute concert in 2003, and it was an extraordinary moment for me. I played on his solo records, he sang on my album, The Union, and even performed for my AIDS Foundation.