Members
- Mike Doriginal · 1981current
Adam Horovitz1982current- Doctor Dréadditionalcurrent
- Mario Caldato Jr.current
- Mix Master Mikeadditionalcurrent
MCAoriginal · 1979–2012- John Berryoriginal · 1981–1983
- Kate Schellenbachoriginal · 1981–1984
The Beastie Boys were formed in 1979, originally as a punk band called the Young Aborigines.
Their debut album, "Licensed to Ill," released in 1986, was a groundbreaking success that helped define the hip-hop genre.
The Beastie Boys were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, recognizing their significant impact on music.
Biography
Formation
The Beastie Boys, an iconic American hip-hop group, were formed in New York City in 1981, evolving from a punk band called the Young Aborigines, which had been established in 1979. The original lineup included Michael "Mike D" Diamond, Adam "MCA" Yauch, and Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz, with John Berry and Kate Schellenbach also contributing in the early years. The name "Beastie Boys" was suggested by Berry, and while the band later claimed it was an acronym for "Boys Entering Anarchistic States Towards Inner Excellence," this was an afterthought. They gained early recognition by performing at legendary venues like CBGB and supporting influential punk bands.
Breakthrough
The Beastie Boys achieved mainstream success with their debut album, "Licensed to Ill," released in 1986, which showcased their unique blend of hip-hop and rock. This album was a commercial hit, leading to a series of successful releases, including "Paul's Boutique," "Check Your Head," and "Ill Communication." Their sound evolved over the years, incorporating elements of funk, jazz, and Latin music, and they became known for their innovative music videos and energetic performances. The group continued to release critically acclaimed albums, such as "Hello Nasty" and "To the 5 Boroughs," solidifying their place in music history.
Legacy
The Beastie Boys disbanded in 2014 following the death of Adam Yauch, but their influence on hip-hop and rock music remains profound. They have received numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Their innovative approach to music and culture has inspired countless artists across genres, and they are often credited with helping to bridge the gap between hip-hop and rock, paving the way for future collaborations. The Beastie Boys' legacy continues to resonate, as they are celebrated for their contributions to music and their activism, particularly in raising awareness for Tibetan human rights through the Tibetan Freedom Concert.
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Discography
Recomposing Beastie Boys Vol. 12024
- 1.Ch-Check It Out (DJ Native Remix)3:21
- 2.Super Disco Breakin' (Napster Remix)2:00
- 3.Pass The Mic (Napster Remix)3:26
- 4.The Move (DJ Vindictiv Remix)2:51
- 5.Sabotage (Napster Remix)2:47
- 6.Looking Down The Barrel Of A Gun (Napster Remix)2:47
- 7.Fight For Your Right To Party [Cuts by DJ Native] (Napster Remix)3:11
- 8.Body Movin' (Patrick Jason Remix)2:46
- 9.Intergalactic (Napster Remix)3:23
- 10.Three MC'S And One DJ (DJ Native & DJ Vindictiv Remix)3:03
- 11.Triple Trouble (Napster Remix)2:59
- 12.So What'Cha Want (Napster Remix)3:42
- 13.Root Down (Napster Remix)3:34
- 14.Hold It Now, Hit It (Napster Remix)3:05
- 15.Sure Shot (Punk Tactics Mashup by Napster) {BONUS TRACK}3:36
- 16.Desperado (Napster Remake using Jorun Bombay's instrumental) {BONUS TRACK}2:57
Mo' Cowbells Mo' Problems2023
- 1.Intro1:25
- 2.Triple Trouble2:57
- 3.An Open Letter To NYC3:39
- 4.No Sleep Till Brooklyn3:18
- 5.Rhyme The Rhyme Well2:00
- 6.Body Movin'3:00
- 7.Make Some Noise3:16
- 8.Ch-Check It Out3:48
- 9.Just A Test1:47
- 10.Sabotage2:26
- 11.Hold It Now, Hit It3:01
- 12.Three The Hard Way3:02
- 13.Too Many Rappers4:34
Music2020
- 1.Fight For Your Right
- 2.Brass Monkey
- 3.No Sleep Till Brooklyn
- 4.Paul Revere
- 5.Hold It Now, Hit It
- 6.Shake Your Rump
- 7.Shadrach
- 8.Hey Ladies
- 9.Pass The Mic
- 10.So What' Cha Want
- 11.Jimmy James
- 12.Sure Shot
- 13.Root Down
- 14.Sabotage
- 15.Get It Together
- 16.Body Movin'
- 17.Intergalactic
- 18.Ch-Check It Out
- 19.Make Some Noise
- 20.Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win
Rock The Cowbells2019
- 1.Stop That Train [Part 1]1:16
- 2.Pass the Mic3:53
- 3.Intergalactic3:43
- 4.Hey Ladies3:38
- 5.Sure Shot3:11
- 6.Looking Down the Barrel of a Gun3:08
- 7.Shake Your Rump3:28
- 8.Electrify2:01
- 9.Alive4:03
- 10.Car Thief3:06
- 11.Root Down3:37
- 12.So What'cha Want3:27
- 13.Super Disco Breakin2:46
- 14.Stop That Train [Part 2]1:44
Hot Sauce Committee, Part Two2011
- 1.Make Some Noise3:30
- 2.Nonstop Disco Powerpack4:09
- 3.Ok2:50
- 4.Too Many Rappers (New Reactionaries version)4:52
- 5.Say It3:26
- 6.The Bill Harper Collection0:24
- 7.Don’t Play No Game That I Can’t Win4:11
- 8.Long Burn the Fire3:34
- 9.Funky Donkey1:57
- 10.The Larry Routine0:31
- 11.Tadlock’s Glasses2:19
- 12.Lee Majors Come Again3:43
- 13.Multilateral Nuclear Disarmament2:54
- 14.Here’s a Little Something for Ya3:09
- 15.Crazy Ass Shit1:57
- 16.The Lisa Lisa/Full Force Routine0:49
- 17.Make Some Noise (Cornelius remix)3:01
- 18.Pop Your Balloon3:00
- 19.B‐Boys In the Cut2:33
- 20.Fight For Your Right29:45
Legendary2011
- 1.Intro - Legendary3:12
- 2.Radio Nova4:00
- 3.Amsterdame3:09
- 4.Pas the Mic1:14
- 5.Radio Nova, Part 24:00
- 6.That Skee5:04
- 7.Ill1:57
- 8.Mixmaster Mike3:32
- 9.Radio Nova, Part 33:20
- 10.Another One Bites the Dust3:35
The Mix‐Up2007
- 1.B for My Name3:32
- 2.14th St. Break3:34
- 3.Suco de Tangerina3:18
- 4.The Gala Event3:48
- 5.Electric Worm3:16
- 6.Freaky Hijiki3:06
- 7.Off the Grid4:36
- 8.The Rat Cage3:37
- 9.The Melee3:10
- 10.Dramastically Different3:58
- 11.The Cousin of Death3:06
- 12.The Kangaroo Rat3:28
Awesome; I... Shot That!2006
- 1.Titles3:56
- 2.MMM (intro)3:21
- 3.Triple Trouble2:37
- 4.Sure Shot2:44
- 5.Root Down3:09
- 6.Hello Brooklyn2:04
- 7.Time to Get Ill5:03
- 8.All Lifestyles2:08
- 9.Pass the Mic3:34
- 10.Shake Your Rump3:26
- 11.MMM (interlude)1:29
- 12.Sabrosa3:26
- 13.Ricky's Theme3:18
- 14.Something's Got to Give4:27
- 15.An Open Letter to NYC3:43
- 16.Right Right Now Now3:08
- 17.Paul Revere3:23
- 18.Body Movin'2:51
- 19.Three MC's and One DJ2:36
- 20.Brass Monkey2:36
- 21.So What'cha Want2:48
- 22.Ch-Check It Out4:26
- 23.Intergalactic4:47
- 24.Gratitude4:38
- 25.Sabotage4:02
- 26.Credits5:10
- 27.A Day in the Life of Nathaniäl Hornblowér
- 28.Never Stop Rapping Yet
- 29.Show Intros
- 30.Enter Jerome Crooks' Angry World
- 31.Big-Time Hollywood Trailer
Solid Gold Hits2005
- 1.So What’cha Want3:37
- 2.Brass Monkey2:39
- 3.Ch‐Check It Out3:11
- 4.No Sleep Till Brooklyn4:06
- 5.Hey Ladies3:49
- 6.Pass the Mic4:17
- 7.An Open Letter to NYC4:13
- 8.Root Down3:32
- 9.Shake Your Rump3:18
- 10.Intergalactic3:30
- 11.Sure Shot3:18
- 12.Body Movin’ (Fatboy Slim remix)4:09
- 13.Triple Trouble2:44
- 14.Sabotage2:58
- 15.Fight for Your Right3:31
- 16.RRNN (Straight Outta Shibuya)3:30
Live At The Wireless2004
- 1.Mix Master Mike Intro
- 2.MC Freestyle Intro
- 3.Triple Trouble
- 4.Posse In Effect
- 5.Sure Shot
- 6.That's It That's All
- 7.Skills To Pay The Bills
- 8.Shake Your Rump
- 9.Boys Check It Out
- 10.3 MCs and 1 DJ
- 11.What You Want
To the 5 Boroughs2004
- 1.Ch‐Check It Out3:13
- 2.Right Right Now Now2:47
- 3.3 the Hard Way2:48
- 4.It Takes Time to Build3:11
- 5.Rhyme the Rhyme Well2:47
- 6.Triple Trouble2:43
- 7.Hey Fuck You2:22
- 8.Oh Word?3:00
- 9.That’s It That’s All2:29
- 10.All Lifestyles2:34
- 11.Shazam!2:27
- 12.An Open Letter to NYC4:19
- 13.Crawlspace2:54
- 14.The Brouhaha2:13
- 15.We Got The2:57
- 16.Now Get Busy2:26
New York State of Mind2004
- 1.Intro1:35
- 2.Hold It Now (Green Mix)1:46
- 3.Triple Trouble (Green Mix)2:48
- 4.Hey Ladies (Green Mix)2:14
- 5.Shake Your Rump (Green Mix)2:03
- 6.Open Letter To NY (Green Mix)2:50
- 7.So Whatcha Want (Green Mix)2:47
- 8.Pass The Mic (Green Mix)2:44
- 9.Paul Revere '042:23
- 10.Rhyme The Rhyme Well (Green Mix)1:50
- 11.Sureshot (Green Mix)2:50
- 12.Body Movin' (Green Mix)2:05
- 13.Shadrach Interlude0:34
- 14.No Sleep Till Brooklyn '043:36
- 15.Looking Down The Barrel Of A Gun2:49
- 16.Freestyle2:23
- 17.Interlude1:06
- 18.Intergalactic (Green Mix)3:40
- 19.Root Down (Green Mix)2:09
- 20.Check It Out3:36
Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology2000
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Anthology: The Sounds of Science1999
Tracklist not collected yet.
Gold '991999
Tracklist not collected yet.
Hello Nasty1998
Tracklist not collected yet.
The In Sound From Way Out!1995
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Tokyo Drift (Live 1995)1995
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Ill Communication1994
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Some Old Bullshit1994
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Sabotage1994
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Check Your Head1992
Tracklist not collected yet.
Paul’s Boutique1989
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Licensed to Ill1986
Tracklist not collected yet.
Polly Wog Stew EP1982
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Gallery
Label
- Record label
- Rat Cage Records
- Record label
- Def Jam Recordings
- Record label
- Capitol Records
- Record label
- Grand Royal
Achievements
- Award
- MTV Europe Music Award for Best Hip-Hop
- Award
- Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
- Award
- MTV Video Music Award for Best Hip-Hop Video
- Award
- MTV Video Music Award for Best Direction
- Award
- Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group
- Award
- Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Beastie Boys - Sabotage, Beastie Boys, The, Beastie Boys-01, Beastie Boys-11, Beasty Boys, The Beastie Boys
The Beastie Boys were an American hip-hop group formed in New York City in 1981. They were composed of Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz, Adam "MCA" Yauch, and Michael "Mike D" Diamond.
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