Surf's Up — 1971

A reflective, ambitious post-Pet Sounds peak of fragile beauty. Underrated and acclaimed. A high point. A later chapter in The Beach Boys's catalogue, and still one of the best.

On vinyl: Original '70s pressings vary widely in quality; check reviews of the specific reissue you're considering.

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If you have Surf's Up, these are the The Beach Boys records worth reaching for next.

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