The Beach Boys lift the curtain on influential and underappreciated era with Expansive New Box Set, "Feel Flows - The Sunflower & Surf's Up Sessions 1969-1971," due July 30

This is awesome news. A super cool era of The Beach Boys will be the focus of an expansive set coming this summer...Robert Kinsler

THE BEACH BOYS LIFT THE CURTAIN ON INFLUENTIAL AND UNDERAPPRECIATED LATE ’60/EARLY ‘70S ERA WITH EXPANSIVE NEW FEEL FLOWS – THE SUNFLOWER & SURF’S UP SESSIONS 1969-1971 BOX SET

5CD BOX SET FEATURES NEWLY REMASTERED VERSIONS OF ORIGINAL ALBUMS AND BOASTS 135 TRACKS INCLUDING 108 PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED TRACKS, LIVE RECORDINGS, DEMOS, ALTERNATE VERSIONS AND MIXES, INSTRUMENTALS AND A CAPPELLA TRACKS

AVAILABLE JULY 30 VIA CAPITOL/UMe

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Los Angeles – June 3, 2021 - In honor of 50 years of The Beach Boys’ timeless and often underappreciated albums, Capitol/UMe will release an expansive 5CD and digital box set titled Feel Flows – The Sunflower and Surf’s Up Sessions 1969-1971 on July 30 that chronicles and explores in depth this metamorphic and highly influential 1969-1971 period of the band’s legendary career. Assembled by Mark Linett and Alan Boyd, the team behind 2013’s GRAMMY® Award-winning SMiLE Sessions, the expansive collection features newly remastered versions of Sunflower and Surf’s Up and boasts 135 tracks, including 108 previously unreleased tracks, live recordings, radio promos, alternate versions, alternate mixes, isolated backing tracks and a cappella versions, culled from the album sessions.

Housed in a book style package, the set is rounded out with a 48-page book loaded with unreleased and rare photos, lyric sheets, tape box images, recording artifacts, insightful new liner notes by noted radio veteran and Beach Boys aficionado Howie Edelson, and new and archival interviews from Al Jardine, Brian Wilson, Bruce Johnston, Carl Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Mike Love, and others. Feel Flows will also be released in abbreviated versions including 4LP on both black vinyl and limited edition Translucent Blue and Translucent Gold color vinyl, 2LP black vinyl and 2CD editions.

Feel Flows is heralded today with the streaming debut of the unreleased gem, “Big Sur.” A beautiful sonic love letter to the central California coastal town of Big Sur, the lilting, pastoral folk tune that was originally recorded for Surf’s Up and has remained unreleased for more than five decades. 

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FEEL FLOWS – THE SUNFLOWER AND SURF’S UP SESSIONS 1969-1971

DISC 1

SUNFLOWER - ORIGINAL ALBUM

1. Slip On Through (2019 master) (2:19)

2. This Whole World (2019 master) (1:58)

3. Add Some Music To Your Day (2019 master) (3:36)

4. Got To Know The Woman (2019 master) (2:43)

5. Deirdre (2019 master) (3:30)

6. It’s About Time (2019 master) (2:57)

7. Tears In The Morning (2019 master) (4:07)

8. All I Wanna Do (2019 master) (2:36)

9. Forever (2019 master) (2:42)

10. Our Sweet Love (2019 master) (2:41)

11. At My Window (2019 master) (2:32)

12. Cool, Cool Water (2019 master) (5:03)

13. Sunflower Promo 1 (previously unreleased) (0:59)

 

SUNFLOWER - LIVE

Previously Unreleased – Produced by The Beach Boys

14. This Whole World (Live 1988) (2:10)

15. Add Some Music To Your Day (Live 1993) (3:23)

16. Susie Cincinnati (Live 1976) (2:46)

17. Back Home (Live 1976) (3:15)

18. It’s About Time (Live 1971) (3:45)

19. Riot In Cell Block 9 (Live 1970) (3:34)

 

SUNFLOWER - BONUS TRACKS

20. Break Away (original 1969 single mix) (2:55)

21. Celebrate The News (previously unreleased 2020 mix) (2:37)

22. Loop De Loop (previously unreleased 1969 mix) (2:59)

23. San Miguel (previously unreleased 2020 mix) (2:33)

24. Susie Cincinnati (previously unreleased 2020 mix) (3:02)

25. Good Time (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:56)

26. Two Can Play (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:06)

27. Cotton Fields (The Cotton Song) (2021 stereo mix – previously unreleased) (3:21)

 

DISC TWO

SURF’S UP - ORIGINAL ALBUM

1. Don’t Go Near The Water (2019 master) (2:41)

2. Long Promised Road (2019 master) (3:32)

3. Take A Load Off Your Feet (2019 master) (2:32)

4. Disney Girls (1957) (2019 master) (4:08)

5. Student Demonstration Time (2019 master) (3:59)

6. Feel Flows (2019 master) (4:44)

7. Lookin’ At Tomorrow (A Welfare Song) (2019 master) (1:57)

8. A Day In The Life Of A Tree (2019 master) (3:09)

9. Til I Die (2019 master) (2:32)

10. Surf’s Up (2019 master) (4:14)

11. Surf’s Up Promo (previously unreleased) (1:02)

 

SURF’S UP - LIVE

Previously Unreleased

12. Take A Load Off Your Feet (Live 1993) (2:35)

13. Long Promised Road (Live 1972) (4:14)

14. Disney Girls (Live 1982) (4:23)

15. Surf’s Up (Live 1973) (4:58)

16. Student Demonstration Time (Live 1971) (4:42)

 

SURF'S UP - BONUS TRACKS

Previously unreleased (unless otherwise noted)

17. Big Sur (previously unreleased) (2:35)

18. H.E.L.P. Is On The Way (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:31)

19. Sweet And Bitter (previously unreleased) (2:33)

20. My Solution (previously unreleased) (3:44)

21. 4th of July (2019 mix – previously unreleased) (3:11)

22. Sound of Free (1970 single mix, 2019 master) (2:22)

23. Lady (Fallin’ In Love) (1970 stereo mix – previously unreleased) (2:21)

24. Seasons In The Sun (previously unreleased) (3:27)

 

DISC THREE

SUNFLOWER SESSIONS

Previously unreleased

1. Sunflower Promo 2 (previously unreleased) (0:59)

2. Slip On Through (track and backing vocals – previously unreleased) (2:47)

3. This Whole World (long version track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:10)

4. Add Some Music To Your Day (track and backing vocals – previously unreleased) (4:35)

5. Deirdre (track – previously unreleased) (3:34)

6. It’s About Time (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (2:53)

7. Tears In The Morning (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (4:08)

8. All I Wanna Do (session intro, track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:46)

9. Forever (session highlights – previously unreleased) (3:36)

10. Forever (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:01)

11. Our Sweet Love (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (2:39)

12. At My Window (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (2:50)

13. Cool Cool Water (alternate 2019 mix – previously unreleased) (6:24)

14. San Miguel (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (2:57)

15. Loop De Loop (track – previously unreleased) (2:49)

16. Good Time (session intro, track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (4:27)

17. When Girls Get Together (track – previously unreleased) (1:47)

18. Slip On Through (alternate 1969 mix with session intro – previously unreleased) (3:25)

19. Our Sweet Love (string section – previously unreleased) (1:00)

 

1969-1970 A CAPPELLA

Previously unreleased

20. San Miguel (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (1:00)

21. Break Away (Tag) (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (0:18)

22. Cotton Fields (The Cotton Song) (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (2:44)

23. Good Time (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (0:19)

24. This Whole World (backing vocals section – previously unreleased) (1:05)

25. Add Some Music To Your Day (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (3:30)

26. Got To Know The Woman (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (2:52)

27. It’s About Time (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (0:50)

28. All I Wanna Do (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (2:58)

29. Forever (previously unreleased 2019 a Cappella mix) (2:52)

 

DISC FOUR

SURF’S UP SESSIONS

Previously unreleased

1. Don’t Go Near The Water (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:45)

2. Long Promised Road (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:38)

3. Take A Load Off Your Feet (alternate vocal – previously unreleased) (2:28)

4. Disney Girls (1957) (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (4:17)

5. Student Demonstration Time (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:46)

6. Feel Flows (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (5:02)

7. Lookin’ At Tomorrow (A Welfare Song) (session intro and alternate mix – previously unreleased) (2:43)

8. A Day In The Life Of A Tree (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (2:55)

9. Til I Die (long version with alternate lyrics – previously unreleased) (4:47)

(Brian Wilson)

10. Surf’s Up (2019 mix – previously unreleased) (4:08)

(Brian Wilson-Van Dyke Parks)

11. (Wouldn’t It Be Nice To) Live Again (extended 2019 – previously unreleased) (6:50)

(Dennis Wilson-Stanley Shapiro)

 

SURF'S UP - A CAPPELLA

Previously unreleased

12. Don’t Go Near The Water (previously unreleased 2020 a Cappella mix) (2:36)

(Alan Jardine-Mike Love)

13. Long Promised Road (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (4:00)

14. Feel Flows (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (0:33)

15. Disney Girls (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (0:36)

16. A Day In The Life Of A Tree (backing vocals excerpt – previously unreleased) (0:32)

17. Til I Die (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (2:36)

18. Surf’s Up (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (4:04)

 

Bonus Tracks

Previously unreleased

19. I Just Got My Pay (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:43)

20. Walkin’ (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:44)

21. When Girls Get Together (previously unreleased 2020 mix) (3:45)

22. Baby Baby (previously unreleased) (3:13)

23. Awake (previously unreleased) (3:44)

24. It’s A New Day (previously unreleased) (2:20)

 

DISC FIVE

Bonus Disc

Previously unreleased

1. This Whole World (alternate ending – previously unreleased) (1:41)

2. Add Some Music To Your Day (previously unreleased alternate version) (3:27)

3. Don’t Go Near The Water (alternate version – previously unreleased) (2:42)

4. Surf’s Up Part 1 (1971 remake track with 1966 Brian vocal – previously unreleased) (1:41)

5. Soulful Old Man Sunshine (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (3:14)

(Brian Wilson-Rick Henn-Don Ralke)

6. I’m Goin’ Your Way (previously unreleased alternate mix) (2:24)

(Dennis Wilson)

7. Where Is She (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:22)

(Brian Wilson)

8. Carnival (Over The Waves/Sobra Las Olas) (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (1:34)

9. It’s Natural (previously unreleased) (2:35)

10. Medley: All Of My Love / Ecology (previously unreleased) (5:05)

11. Before (previously unreleased) (2:25)

12. Behold The Night (previously unreleased) (2:26)

13. Old Movie (Cuddle Up) (previously unreleased) (3:37)

14. Hawaiian Dream (previously unreleased) (4:33)

15. Settle Down / Sound Of Free (basic session outtake – previously unreleased) (2:17)

16. I’ve Got A Friend (previously unreleased) (2:26)

17. Til I Die (piano demo – previously unreleased) (1:55)

18. Back Home (previously unreleased demo) (2:20)

19. Back Home (alternate version – previously unreleased) (2:34)

20. Won’t You Tell Me (demo – previously unreleased) (2:01)

21. Won’t You Tell Me (previously unreleased 2019 mix) (2:54)

22. Barbara (previously unreleased 2020 mix) (2:59)

23. Slip On Through (early version track) (2:48)

24. Susie Cincinnati (basic session highlights – previously unreleased) (3:05)

25. My Solution (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:04)

26. You Never Give Me Your Money (previously unreleased) (0:40)

27. Medley: Happy Birthday, Brian / God Only Knows (previously unreleased) (2:47)

28. You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone (track & backing vocals – previously unreleased) (3:32)

29. Marcella (a Cappella – previously unreleased) (3:27)

 

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The Beach Boys warm hearts at Segerstrom

My review was originally posted on The Orange County Register Web site on Monday morning, Dec. 9, 2013.



The Mike Love-led group's debut at Segerstrom Hall was a fast-paced nostalgia trip.

Mike Love, left, led the Beach Boys in concert on Dec. 7. Photo: Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Rarely has the real-life tale of a legendary ensemble been so at odds with its soundscape as the Beach Boys.

While the Southern California group ignited the world with feel-good songs chronicling surfing, pretty girls and cool hot rods in the early '60s, the Beach Boys' half-century-long story includes a Shakespeare-worthy cast featuring brothers Dennis Wilson (who drowned in 1983), Carl Wilson (who died of cancer in 1998) and creative ringleader Brian Wilson, whose tragic journey has been infamously marked by a number of demons, substance abuse and mental health issues among them.

Adding to bad blood that wasn't given a momentary transfusion until last summer's 50th anniversary reunion are years of legal wrangling, at one point over the band's name and songwriting credits shared between Brian Wilson and his cousin, singer Mike Love.

Yet Saturday night (Dec. 7, 2013) the group's debut at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa brought a mostly joyful celebration of the group's legacy, as led by Love and longtime singer-songwriter and keyboardist Bruce Johnston, who joined the band with the departure of interim member Glen Campbell in April 1965.

With the exception of a poignant rendition of "God Only Knows" – for which Carl's signature vocal performance was blended via technology with players at Segerstrom Hall, while vintage pictures of the original troupe were projected behind the stage – this was a crowd-pleasing, nostalgic romp through dozens of classic tunes unleashed over a fast-paced 110 minutes.

Opening with "Do It Again," an excellent five-man touring band backed Love and Johnston, providing solid firepower and vocal magic to help re-create the harmonies so vital to the Beach Boys' harmony-rich sound. Who can argue with a night of so many beloved hits played in faithful fashion?

Love's voice remains strong and worthy of showcasing in solo sections, his pipes working especially well on "409," "Sloop John B" and a night-ending run through "Surfin' U.S.A." But everybody else got a chance to shine, too.

Bassist-singer Randell Kirsch's tenor soared on a lovely "Don't Worry Baby," while lead guitarist Scott Totten sang effectively on a shimmering version of "The Warmth of the Sun." Guitarist Christian Love contributed to an affecting take on "Good Vibrations," while keyboardist Tim Bonhomme's work enhanced the set throughout.

A few selections veered away from big hits: the catchy surf gem "Hawaii," the Johnston-sung "Disney Girls," the bluesy nugget "Wild Honey" and a six-minute medley of holiday tunes pulled from the group's classic 1964 Christmas album, including "White Christmas," "The Man with All the Toys," "Santa's Beard" and a rousing "Little Saint Nick." My favorite offbeat choice, though, was a Crosby, Stills & Nash-style handling of the Mamas & the Papas' "California Dreamin'," with Totten's 12-string guitar adding haunting overtones.

Ultimately, the night was about the Beach Boys' singular, gently intoxicating sound, one that still encapsulates those carefree days before the painful realities of adulthood kick in. But watching this enthusiastic, boomer-heavy crowd cheer, sing and clap along, rising to their feet when the band launched into a favorite oldie, was to see the timeless power of that endless summer fully on display.

The Beach Boys to celebrate 50th Anniversary Tour with DVD/Blu-ray release

Summer 2012 may be over, but the forthcoming release of a concert film celebrating The Beach Boys' 50th Anniversary Tour will ensure that good vibes and warm times live on... 

'The Beach Boys: Live In Concert - 50th Anniversary Tour' coming to DVD/Blu-ray on November 20, 2012

For music fans raised on the harmonies and melodies that defined a generation, THE BEACH BOYS' 50th Anniversary was celebrated with an album featuring all new material and a special 75 date world tour. THE BEACH BOYS played to sold out crowds garnering rave reviews at every stop -- from the Hollywood Bowl to its conclusion at London's Wembley Arena with an epic 55 song set. The excitement of THE BEACH BOYS 2012 tour lives forever on DVD and Blu-ray: THE BEACH BOYS: LIVE IN CONCERT - 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR.


Due out November 20, 2012 on BLASTMUSIC, THE BEACH BOYS: LIVE IN CONCERT - 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR captures one of America's most beloved and chart-topping band's electrifying performances of 21 songs, including classics, album cuts and new songs, all of which highlight The Beach Boys' enduring impact on pop culture. For fans of all ages, this is the concert of a lifetime.

The new DVD comes on the heels of a remarkably productive year for THE BEACH BOYS which saw the release of their first new album in sixteen years, THAT'S WHY GOD MADE THE RADIO (Capitol / Brother Records), and THE BEACH BOYS: DOIN' IT AGAIN which features live performances, behind-the-scenes exclusives from the 2012 recording sessions, as well as never-before-seen footage from the 1966 'Good Vibrations' recording sessions, and moving tributes to founding members Carl and Dennis Wilson.


Said Marc Bennett, Co-Director of The Beach Boys 50 - Live in Concert: "To document this once-in-a-lifetime moment in music history as The Beach Boys embarked on their 50th year anniversary world tour was an experience I still have not come down from. This show is a solidification of their legacy and a tribute to creative endurance and artistic achievement that crosses all cultural and geographical boundaries. In spite of the obstacles they may have encountered over the years, they have reached this 50th year milestone as few bands have ever done, or even imagined. What they leave behind, as captured in this performance, is a body of work that is indelibly etched in music history and popular culture on a global level."

"It was truly an honor to be allowed to capture this historic performance. The song selection allows fans both new and old a chance to fully appreciate the span and depth of the Beach Boys catalogue. This DVD includes performances from their hits in the early 60s to selections from their latest Top 3 Album. To be able to film all five surviving members of this historic band, together one more time... was certainly a dream come true." Joe Thomas, Co-Director of The Beach Boys 50 - Live in Concert

"The Beach Boys 50th Anniversary tour meant so much to me personally; performing with the guys again was an absolute thrill. I'm so glad we captured it on film so that everyone, whether you were there or not, will be able to see what an historic event it was." Brian Wilson

"The 50th Anniversary Tour was a historic, special event. This DVD captures the tour brilliantly and marks an important, iconic moment in time in our band's history. It's a moment I am deeply proud of." Mike Love


THE BEACH BOYS: LIVE IN CONCERT - 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR


TRACK LISTING:


Do It Again

Catch A Wave

Hawaii

Marcella

Isn't It Time

Little Deuce Coupe

409

Shut Down

I Get Around

Heroes And Villains

Sloop John B

Wouldn't It Be Nice

All This Is That

That's Why God Made The Radio

Sail On, Sailor

Good Vibrations

California Girls

Help Me Rhonda

Rock And Roll Music

Kokomo

Fun, Fun, Fun


About THE BEACH BOYS:

With 56 U.S. Top 100 hits, 36 Top Ten hits, 4 Number One singles and over 100 million records sold, The Beach Boys are America's greatest band. To celebrate their remarkable 50 year career, surviving original members, Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston, and David Marks, joined together for the first time in over two decades for a historic world tour that began April 23 in Tuscon, AZ and concluded September 28 in London, England.