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is there anyone who knows how i can obtain some of the land locked/sunflower/surfs up era outtakes? unreleased songs?  i notice several folks talking about a good share of this stuff and i'd like to hear more... thanks!

there are some songs on the officially released 1993 5cd boxset 30 years of good vibrations.

and there are 2 sweet a cappella mixes on the officially released 2001 2 cd set hawthorne, ca - birthplace of a legend

cool i have those sets... just wondered if there is anything beyond that in anyone's grip...

"Get the Boot" has the most Sunflower era outtakes - widely available on the internet I understand.

I've also wondered about this a lot.

Does anybody have any specific places where things like this could be found?

I know some friends of mine use Soulseek...is that a good place to find unreleased Beach Boys songs?

There are plenty of file-sharing networks out there, and you can find any number of unreleased things on them. But be aware you might also find things that aren't what you're looking for, including (but not limited to) viruses and legal trouble. I'd say hunt around your local independent music store(s), if you have any. There are usually ways to find such things with the help of knowledgeable salespeople.

That is, of course, assuming you don't have any friends or acquaintences who have such things.

Good advice, but Luther, 10-15 years ago it would have been easier to find a music salesperson who had knowledge of legit and alternate releases. Now you get the 'deer in headlight' look. Face it. The majority of 5.50 an hr employees do not have a clue on what you are looking for. I suggest scoping the internet relentlessly until you reach a 'sweet spot' that will help you in your research. I did it, so I know it can be done. The internet is not called 'world wide" web for nothing....good luck to you and your treasure hunt..

That's why the right store is essential!