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Beastie Boys
photo credit: Phil Andelman

Active

1980s - 2010s

Formed

1979 in New York City, NY

Genre

Rap Pop/Rock

Styles

Alternative Rap Golden Age Alternative/Indie Rock Old-School Rap Alternative Pop/Rock Hardcore Punk Punk/New Wave

Group Members

Ad-Rock MCA Mike D John Berry Kate Schellenbach
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Beastie Boys

Biography by Stephen Thomas Erlewine

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A trio of punks turned sophomoric rappers, who then traded superstar status for increasingly adventurous and acclaimed hip-hop.
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  • Paul's Boutique
    Beastie Boys
    Paul's Boutique
  • Licensed to Ill
    Beastie Boys
    Licensed to Ill
  • Check Your Head
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    Check Your Head
  • Hello Nasty
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    Hello Nasty
  • Hot Sauce Committee, Pt. 2
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    Hot Sauce Committee, Pt …
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    Beastie Boys
    Beastie Boys Music
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