ISO: Original Cut of 'Solar Blue' : Australian Lost Media!

ISO: Original Cut of 'Solar Blue'

Calling all collectors! I've been on the hunt for the original TV cut of 'Solar Blue', the classic Aussie teen drama about surfing prodigies. The DVD releases chopped out half the original music due to licensing issues, totally killing the vibe. I need the raw, unaltered soundtrack that came with the OG airing. I'm willing to trade some of my rarest tapes. Hit me up if you have the goods!

Submitted 8 months, 3 weeks ago by nostalgicnerdAU

Hey, I used to record stuff off the TV all the time back in the day. Pretty sure 'Solar Blue' might be in my stash. If I find the tapes, you'll be the first to know. No promises tho, life's a bit hectic and I'm not sure exactly where they are. 🤙

8 months, 3 weeks ago by LazyDayzSurfer

Keep your eyes peeled at garage sales and local auctions. Surprisingly, many people don't realize what they have and you can sometimes snag these gems for cheap. Make sure to check eBay and Gumtree regularly too. If nobody here comes through, persistence in the wild might be your best bet.

8 months, 3 weeks ago by BlueWaveArchivist

This is exactly why I hate how media companies handle nostalgia. They butcher the originals for a quick cash grab on DVD. Solar Blue with the proper tracks is how it was meant to be experienced. Wish I could help, but I'm just as frustrated.

8 months, 3 weeks ago by MainstreamReject

Dude, 'Solar Blue' was my childhood! Saving this post because if anyone has that cut, I NEED to hear about it. I'm scouring some local secondhand shops for old tapes, fingers crossed.

8 months, 3 weeks ago by WaveChaser_95

lol good luck finding that, everyone's too busy streaming these days, nobody's got time for your ancient TV cuts. might as well ask for a dinosaur while you're at it 🦖

8 months, 3 weeks ago by TellyTrollz

You're in for a tough search. Original TV cuts of 'Solar Blue' are rare because not many thought to keep those tapes. Especially with how licensing went later on. That said, I have a network of fellow tape traders and collectors I can ask around in. We keep a ledger of sorts for rarity like this. No guarantees, but I'll put the word out. Also, got a list of your rare tapes? Might help incentivize someone who's on the fence about parting with their treasure.

8 months, 3 weeks ago by VHSVaultMaster

Yo, those old cuts are gold. The DVD just doesn't cut it, eh? Alright, listen, I might have a lead. A mate of mine collects old VHS recordings of TV shows. Said something about a storage unit full of 'em. I'll shoot him a message, see if he's got Solar Blue in there somewhere. 🏄‍♂️📼🤞

8 months, 3 weeks ago by RetroWaveRider

Ah, Solar Blue, that's a blast from the past! I haven't seen an original TV cut in years, but man, the soundtrack was iconic. Not promising anything, but I'll have a dig through my collection and see what surfaces. Hope you find it, mate!