The-Dream Spreads The 'Love' On New Album Oct 10, 2008
October 10, 2008 , 12:00 AM ET. Mariel Concpecion, N.Y. Barely a year out from the release of his Def Jam artist debut, returns Dec. 16 with his sophomore set, "Love vs. Money." "In the beginning I was just having fun. I didn't want people thinking too hard, I just wanted them to gravitate toward my lyrics," the-Dream tells Billboard. (Billboard.com)
Kid Rock in concert tonight Oct 3, 2008
1988: After immersing himself in the local rap scene and acquiring his Kid Rock nickname, Ritchie records his first demos, which show a clear Beastie Boys influence. 1990: Grits Sandwiches for Breakfast, Kid Rock's debut album, is released on Jive Records, which soon drops him. (Florida Times-Union)
Flight of the Conchords take wing Sep 24, 2008
Their musical versatility and firm grasp of pop music history and culture allows them to channel everyone from David Bowie, Barry White, Beastie Boys to Radiohead. Rather than coming across as a gimmick tacked on just for effect, the musical skits actually enhance the show, tying themes and jokes together nicely. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Rock Band 2 vs. Guitar Hero World Tour Sep 23, 2008
Both games have some Beastie Boys, and while No Sleep Till Brooklyn is an amazing song, I'd much rather be treated to So Whatcha Want, so I gotta give the nod to Rock Band on that one. Some of the tracks that you'll find on one game, but not the other really have me torn. (IGN PS2)
@-bat music: New York Mets Sep 20, 2008
Songs: "Grindin" by Clipse; "Uh Oh" by Lumidee; "Can't Be Stopped" by Roy Jones Jr. Wright: "I can't remember how we came up with one in Spring Training. But I remember Rac [bullpen catcher Dave Racaniello] and the clubhouse guys helped me choose one. But the one I have now ('Grindin''), it's by a group from Virginia. That's why it's played." Critic commentary: "After entering the league with a fairly fratty choice of the Beastie Boys' 'Brass Monkey,' it's actually kind of nice to see David give... (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
'Rock' around the clock again Sep 18, 2008
The playlist offers something for everyone, from Beastie Boys fans to metal heads. Modest Mouses Float On, the Whos Pinball Wizard and the Allman Brothers Bands Ramblin Man are just a taste of RB2s repertoire. (Daily Cardinal)
Langerado Festival Headed To Miami In 2009 Sep 17, 2008
"I would say that 75%-80% of the bands have never played the festival before."Last year's Langerado Festival, held at Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation in the Florida Everglades, featured R.E.M., Built To Spill, Of Montreal, the Beastie Boys, the Roots, Gov't Mule, 311, the National, Phil Lesh and Matisyahu, among others. The four-day festival drew about 25,000 people per day and grossed $4. (Billboard.com)
Loveless records Stevie Nicks song for Imus album Sep 16, 2008
Nelson does the standard "What a Difference a Day Makes," Big do the Beastie Boys' "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party)" and Williams does Nelson's and Waylon Jennings' "Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys." Gill cut Porter Wagoner's "Satisfied Mind" the day after Wagoner's funeral. Loveless was intrigued by Imus' choice for her. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Metallica's Insanely Fast New Album Sep 15, 2008
To get itself out of the decade-long fog, Metallica jettisoned longtime producer Bob Rock and turned to Rick Rubin, bearded sage to everyone from the Beastie Boys to the Dixie Chicks. Rubin told the band to stop trying to evolve and instead to devolve, to embrace its early thrash sound and improve it. (Time.com)
Metallica nearly fades to black, but comes back Sep 13, 2008
Probably the single most powerful and influential producer in the industry these days, Rubin started out making rap records in his NYU dorm room, where he let the unknown Beastie Boys sleep on the floor. After introducing rap to the mainstream with acts such as LL Cool J on his Def Jam label, Rubin turned his attention to Slayer, an intense thrash-metal band that took more than a few pages from Metallica's book. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Activision Unveils Full Guitar Hero(R) World Tour Set List Sep 13, 2008
-- 311 - "Beautiful Disaster" -- 30 Seconds To Mars - "The Kill" -- Airbourne - "Too Much Too Young" -- The Allman Brothers Band - "Ramblin' Man" -- Anouk - "Good God" -- The Answer - "Never Too Late" -- At The Drive-In - "One Armed Scissor" -- Beastie Boys - "No Sleep Till Brooklyn" -- Beatsteaks - "Hail to the Freaks" -- Billy Idol - "Rebel Yell" -- Black Label Society - "Stillborn" -- Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - "Weapon of Choice" -- blink-182 - "Dammit" -- Blondie - "One Way or Another" --... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Beastie Boy trading hip-hop cool for indie films Sep 10, 2008
Adam Yauch, formerly a Beastie Boys member, has started a company to produce and distribute independent films ... r, he has directed many of the Beastie Boys' music videos and their 2006 concert film, which was shot by fans ... Several friends from ThinkFilm, an independent distributor that released the Beastie Boys' concert movie but that has recently been suffering through financial problems of its own, signed on. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Jack Black, Rachel Dratch, Jimmy Eat World, Melora Hardin, Jack McBrayer, Andy Samberg, Amy Sedaris, Amare Stoudemire, The Ting Tings and The Roots Among the Celebs Getting Down With The 'Gabba' Gang on New Season of Nick Jr.'s Hit Live-Act Sep 9, 2008
s Daily 10), Amare Stoudemire (Phoenix Suns), Jimmy Eat World ("The Middle"), Chromeo, Paul Williams ("Rainbow Connection"), Mates of State, Mix Master Mike (Beastie Boys), Ladytron, Datarock and Money Mark. In addition, Biz Markie is back with his regular "Biz's Beat of the Day" segment teaching preschoolers how to beat-box, and singer/illustrator/composer Mark Mothersbaugh returns in his recurring "Mark's Magic Pictures" drawing segment. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2008 Rock Hall eligibility pool induces yawns Sep 8, 2008
Among them are previous nominees Chic, Donna Summer and the Beastie Boys (all of whom must confront the "Is disco or rap really rock?" conundrum), and at least one massively popular rock act: Bon Jovi. "They have just enough rock legitimacy and sales power that it's hard to see skipping them," Sutherland says. (USA Today)
Tha Carter III Sep 4, 2008
Forget about any serious political overtones (think the Beastie Boys or Common), or over-serious egos (50 Cent, Ludacris or Master P), Lil Wayne has a knack for bringing together the fattest, most danceable basslines, catchy yet quirky choruses and a big dose of fun. Hip-hop needed a shot of light-heartedness and Lil Wayne has delivered with an album that should blow all others out of the water. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
9/3: Rap pioneer Ice Cube Aug 30, 2008
Ice Cube says he wasn't surprised that N.W.A. connected in the suburbs: "The Beastie Boys had already cracked that barrier, and I saw more and more White kids interested in rap.I wasn't surprised that if the streets would say the record (1988's Straight Outta Compton CD) was basically dope, that the suburbs would agree.". Ice Cube left N.W.A. in late 1989 to record his debut solo CD with the Bomb Squad, production team of Public Enemy, which was N.W.A.'s East Coast rival. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
DVD Review: Chicago 10: Speak Your ... Aug 26, 2008
Thankfully, this doc is free of the usual hippie reminiscence, and the soundtrack featuring Rage Against the Machine, Eminem and The Beastie Boys (The MC5's "Kick Out the Jams" is the only period-correct song on the soundtrack, appropriate considering the band played the protest) gives it a more modern feel. There are, however, a few flaws with The Chicago 10: Brett Morgen could have done more to show the parallels between the America of 1968 and the America of 2008, which would have given this... (Suite101.com)
Reggae legend Scratch Perry's mad crazy skills Aug 26, 2008
In the past decade, he's worked with the Beastie Boys, DJ Spooky, Moby, TV on the Radio and Zuco 103, notching a best reggae album Grammy for 2002's "Jamaican E.T." ... The Beastie Boys, "Dr. Lee, PhD": Along with a 1995 Grand Royal magazine cover story, Perry's vocal voodoo on this cut from the Beasties' 1998 "Hello Nasty" album accelerated the Scratch revival, making him a household name to music fans outside the reggae spectrum. (San Francisco Chronicle)
News from the Jewish Community Center: Aug. 22 online edition Aug 23, 2008
The festival concludes Sunday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m. with From the Bible to the Beastie Boys with Cantor Stephen Abramowitz, director of congregational learning. The will be a special reception for Abramowitz from 6:30-7:30 p.m.. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Too Much Tina Turnover? Aug 23, 2008
Ask Billboard: Tina Turner, Top-Selling Rap, Lauper. Experts answer your questions. (Billboard.com)
BACARDI Live Tour on the Road Aug 23, 2008
Star-studded talent set to hit the DJ booth includes Mix Master Mike, one of the premier scratch artists of the day, from the Beastie Boys; DJ JS-1, who has worked with some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop; DJ A_Dog, who has been rockin' the turntables for more than eight years, and legendary remix/mash-up DJ from Hollyrock, DJ Troublemaker. "The BACARDI Live Tour is a 10-city private event that provides a one-of-a-kind music event to our attendees along with great-tasting BACARDI Rum cocktails... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Olympian Phelps, Young Jeezy to meet? Aug 21, 2008
Also the young people in white america have been rap musics biggest consumer since rap went commercial in the Run DMC and Beastie Boys days. Rick Ruben and Russel Simmons built rap into the great commercial entity that it is today. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
5Top: Infamous fired rock drummers Aug 19, 2008
Kate Schellenbach (Beastie Boys). APThe Beastie Boys. (MSNBC -- Music)
Neil Diamond preps for concert at Fenway Aug 18, 2008
Diamond was baffled when Rubin, whose resum was filled with rap and rock projects from the likes of Public Enemy, the Beastie Boys, and Red Hot Chili Peppers, approached him about collaborating. But the artist was intrigued when Rubin floated a novel idea: Why didn't Diamond take a close listen to his earliest work, introspective records that pre-dated the symphonic pomp and circumstance of his big hits. (Boston Globe)
Downtown NYC figure's death a mystery Aug 17, 2008
Chamberlain arrived in New York in the early 1980s and got a job at Danceteria, a Chelsea club frequented by the likes of Madonna and the Beastie Boys. He modeled for designer Stephen Sprouse, performed with a band called Icon Man, and appeared in a video made by David Byrne of the Talking Heads. (New York Post)
Downtown NYC Figure's Death A Mystery Aug 17, 2008
Chamberlain arrived in New York in the early 1980s and got a job at Danceteria, a Chelsea club frequented by the likes of Madonna and the Beastie Boys. He modeled for designer Stephen Sprouse, performed with a band called Icon Man, and appeared in a video made by David Byrne of the. (WNBC.com, NY)
Madonna hits 50 Aug 16, 2008
The sell-out Virgin Tour begins in 1985 with support from the Beastie Boys. 1985 - MARRIAGE. (BBC News)
Don Imus Unleashes The Imus Ranch Record Aug 12, 2008
Big & Rich cover the Beastie Boys classic "Fight For Your Right To Party" playing with the lyrics to work in a line about the Ranch. Little Richard, Delbert McClinton, Willie Nelson and Randy Travis all recorded standards. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Rap's crossroads Aug 5, 2008
" Current acts Nelly, Jay-Z, 50 Cent and West tour with large backup groups, but the spotlight is squarely on the superstar rappers. N.W.A. and Public Enemyalso relied heavily on using samples of funk and soul songs from the '70s, with record companies having yet to crack down on copyright violations. Although Grandmaster Flash, the Sugarhill Gang and other '70s and early '80s rap acts used extensive portions of such songs as Blondie's Rapture and Queen's Another One Bites the Dust in their... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
IN DEPTH: Read more of Whitney's Lollapalooza reports in Pop Candy Aug 5, 2008
However, you will recognize several tracks, including Madonna's Into the Groove, A-Ha's Take on Me and the Beastie Boys' Girls. The site even links to YouTube videos of the original versions. (USA Today -- Life)
* Independent, metalcore, emo: its all punk to them Aug 4, 2008
3, which suggested a less literate Beastie Boys. Gym Class Heroes drew one of the days largest and most fervent crowds with a mix of emo-rap and power-pop. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Disney Block Party at Rentschler Aug 2, 2008
What would happen if the Beastie Boys collaborated with Mr. Rogers. The answer is the Imagination Movers. (East Hartford Gazette, CT)
At-bat music: Giants Aug 2, 2008
Song: "No Sleep Till Brooklyn" by the Beastie Boys Aurilia: "Obviously, it's fitting for me. I grew up in Brooklyn, and I always listened to [The Beastie Boys]. I've used it my whole career." Critic commentary: "Aurilia proclaims his outer-borough heritage with this classic, which, 22 years later, still boasts the greatest guitar riff in hip-hop history. And if you wanna get real dramaturgical with the lyrics, it's not a bad theme song for the grind of 162 games a year, either." --Whitney... (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Guy Hands May Get No Satisfaction as Web's Pirates Let Music Bleed at EMI Jul 30, 2008
These recordings range from ``Songs for Swingin' Lovers,'' released by Frank Sinatra in 1955, through ``Deep Purple in Rock,'' the best-selling 1970 album by the U.K. heavy metal band Deep Purple, to ``Hello Nasty,'' the 1998 CD by New York hip-hop band Beastie Boys. The hair on the deal was the new music, which at EMI employs 80-90 percent of the people,'' says Hands, talking about Terra Firma's buyout of EMI.. (Bloomberg)
Rolling Stones switch recording deal to Universal Jul 27, 2008
EMI, whose artists also include the Beastie Boys, Norah Jones and Kylie Minogue, announced plans this year to cut more than one-third of its work force to offset a drop in CD sales revenue and the departure of several major artists, including Paul McCartney. EMI has struggled more than the other major labels Universal, Sony BMG and Warner Music Group as digital music downloading has gained in popularity. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Guitar Hero III Jul 23, 2008
Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information visit... (IGN PS2)
Top 9 proved the music of 'Dead Musicians' very much alive Jul 23, 2008
Zack said he loved the Feliciano version of the song and that combined with some Beastie Boys coolness, he's never seen anyone communicate so much without opening their eyelids and thought it was killer. "Earl I remember the first time we saw you in your audition in Edmonton and at the time I was a huge fan but was really concerned if Canada would appreciate how great you were. I think tonight you finally proved how smart we were in getting you here because Canada can't deny how great you are,"... (CTV.ca)
Frost-eee faves for the ice cream truck Jul 20, 2008
And the Beastie Boys added another scoop when they sampled it, turning it into "Flute Loop.". "Pressure Drop," by Toots & the Maytals. (Boston Globe)
iPod pop-rapper spcies up Hamilton Lanes Jul 17, 2008
It sort of sounds like a buffet of Daft Punk, The Beastie Boys, Panic. at the Disco and N.E.R.D., studied under Atom and His Package and Girl Talk but from the brain of a Weezer fan with way too much time on his hands and reasons to divulge in his "personal train wrecks.". (The Trentonian, NJ)
From online sensation to official release Jul 16, 2008
When the self-declared "black Beastie Boys" started to make music, they took the hip hop of their impressionable childhoods as a stylistic jumping-off point. They've been tagged with a "retro-rap" label - they rhyme about Autobots, Smurfs, acid-wash jeans and pagers in a slow, throwback flow - but Inglish feels their modern electro sensibility helps transcend mere revivalism. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Harmonix, MTV Games unveil setlist for 'Rock Band 2' Jul 16, 2008
AC/DC AFI Alanis Morissette Alice in Chains Allman Brothers Avenged Sevenfold Bad Company Beastie Boys Beck Bikini Kill Billy Idol Blondie Bob Dylan Bon Jovi Cheap Trick Devo Dinosaur Jr. Disturbed Dream Theater Duran Duran Elvis Costello Fleetwood Mac Foo Fighters Guns N' Roses Interpol Jane's Addiction Jethro Tull Jimmy Eat World Joan Jett Journey Judas Priest Kansas L7 Lacuna Coil Linkin Park Lit Lush Mastodon Megadeth Metallica Mighty Mighty Bosstones Modest Mouse Motorhead Nirvana Norman... (USA Today -- Tech)
Rock Band II Jul 15, 2008
IGN: E3 2008: Rock Band 2 Complete Track List Revealed. Latest hot clips: A week of gaming bliss. (IGN PS2)
Harmonix and MTV Games Unveil Setlist for Rock Band(TM)2 - The Ultimate Music Game Jul 15, 2008
Artist Song Title Decade AC/DC "Let There Be Rock" 1970s AFI "Girl's Gone Grey" 2000's Alanis Morissette "You Oughta Know" 1990's Alice in Chains "Man in the Box" 1990's Allman Brothers "Ramblin' Man" 1970's Avenged Sevenfold "Almost Easy" 2000's Bad Company "Shooting Star" 1970's Beastie Boys "So Whatcha Want" 1990's Beck "E-Pro" 2000's Bikini Kill "Rebel Girl" 1990's Billy Idol "White Wedding Pt. I" 1980's Blondie "One Way or Another" 1970's Bob Dylan "Tangled Up in Blue" 1970's Bon Jovi... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sound Off --- July 7 Jul 8, 2008
And if this organization is so concerned about its image perhaps they should have checked into using the Beastie Boys "Brass Monkey" song in a recent Phanatic skit. By doing so they are promoting a group that participated in a concert benefiting convicted cop killer Mumia Abdul Jamal. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Fourth of July Guide: Songs Jul 4, 2008
The Beastie Boys (You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party. . (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
HIP-HOP HOORAY! Jul 3, 2008
As in his remarkable Beastie Boys concert film, Awesome: I Fuckin Shot That, Yauch elevates video technology with a hands-on, heartfelt, keen-eyed purpose ... True to Beastie Boys ethic, he understands Rucker is not a capitalist or elitist institution; its draw is personal, mythic. (New York Press)
'Gunnin' for That #1 Spot' is as quick as a fastbreak Jun 27, 2008
Director (and Beastie Boys founding member) Adam Yauch tricks up this eclectic look at all-star high school basketball with so much cool high-def camera work and showy editing it's sure to satisfy the film's target youth audience's appetite for zippy visuals and swift pacing. Backed by a vibrant, well-chosen funk and hip-hop soundtrack, "Gunnin' " focuses on eight of the country's top-ranked teens competing in 2006's Boost Mobile Elite 24 Hoops Classic. (Los Angeles Times)
Beastie Boy brings b-ball to big screen Jun 27, 2008
Mary Altaffer / APAdam Yauch, right, of the Beastie Boys plays one on one basketball with Associated Press reporter Jake O'Connell on June 19 in New York ... NEW YORK - Adam MCA Yauch and the Beastie Boys have always been hoop fans, with lyrical references to ballplayers from Latrell Sprewell to streetball legend Hawthorne Wingo. (MSNBC -- News)
Q&A: Adam 'MCA' Yauch on his hoop film 'Gunnin' Jun 27, 2008
Adam Yauch, left, of the Beastie Boys plays one on one basketball with Associated Press reporter Jake O'Connell, Thursday, June 19, 2008 in New York ... Adam Yauch, right, of the Beastie Boys plays one on one basketball with Associated Press reporter Jake O'Connell Thursday, June 19, 2008 in New York ... Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys poses for a portrait Thursday, June 19, 2008, in New York. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Lil Wayne, Kanye West And LL Cool J Fly Girl Talk's Friendly Skies, Unknowingly, In Bigger Than The Sound Jun 26, 2008
Take, for example,the two Beastie Boys samples used on the record: the booming drums of "So What'cha Want" (which, to be fair, Beck also sampled on his track "E-Pro") and the hook of "Body Movin'." It might be reading too much into things, but the message to me is clear: The Beasties might have started this whole "mash-up" thing with their '89 opus Paul's Boutique, but now the jackers have become the jackees. It's Gillis' game now. (VHI.com -- Music News)
So you think they can break-dance? Jun 26, 2008
The Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch on his new documentary, "Gunnin' for That #1 Spot," and tomorrow's NBA superstars. By Caitlin Shamberg. (Salon)
Beastie Boys Beat, 1998 -- In The Loder Files Jun 25, 2008
Beastie Boys (Photo: MTV News) ... Beastie Boys brought a ... With subsequent albums like Paul's Boutique, Check Your Head and Ill Communication, the Beastie Boys demonstrated that there was more to their music than snotty attitude. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Awesome; I f**kin' shot that basketball movie! Jun 25, 2008
The Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch on his new documentary, "Gunnin' for That #1 Spot," and tomorrow's NBA superstars ... Best known as Beastie Boy MCA, Yauch has directed many of the band's music videos as well as the Beastie Boys concert film "Awesome; I Fuckin' Shot That," compiled from footage shot by concertgoers ... You've directed a lot of music videos and "Awesome; I Fuckin' Shot That." Is this the first time you've made a film outside the Beastie Boys world. (Salon)
AthFest: Who to see and where to see them Jun 19, 2008
" If the Beastie Boys started doing covers of the Beach Boys they'd sound sort of like this. my space.com/pegasuses; 10 p.m. Friday, 40 Watt Club Picture Me Free: Rock band from Clemson. myspace.com/PictureMeFree; 10 p.m. Friday, The Library Poncho Magic: This four-piece Athens band doesn't play the genre game - "Whether it's country, pop, rock, or just generally good music that you like, we've got something for you," say they on their MySpace page. myspace.com/ponchomagic; 10 p.m. Saturday,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lionsgate Signs Distribution Deal With Narnack Records Jun 19, 2008
Beyond reggae, Perry worked with iconic rock group The Clash on their first LP in the US, producing the single COMPLETE CONTROL and co-writing the hit POLICE AND THIEVES. He was also featured on the #1 debut album HELLO NASTY by the Beastie Boys, who were involved with the new documentary THE UPSETTER: THE LIFE & MUSIC OF LEE "SCRATCH" PERRY. Rolling Stone has hailed Perry as "the first mad-scientist producer" and Blender named the epic musician one of their Top 50 Rock Geniuses of All Time.... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Coldplay, served red hot Jun 17, 2008
From Aerosmith to Smashing Pumpkins to the Beastie Boys, we've seen this story played out so many times that it doesn't even seem tragic any more. Certainly, there's no denying that Coldplay fits the profile. (Globe and Mail)
The 2008 MMVAs Was An Electrifying Night For Fans Jun 16, 2008
Christina Aguilera, Pamela Anderson, Beastie Boys, Fergie, Nelly Furtado, Paris Hilton, The Killers, Lenny Kravitz, Avril Lavigne, and Britney Spears are just a slice of the international superstars who have whipped star-watchers into a frenzy at past MMVAs. It's all about audience access with broadcasts on MuchAXS at muchmusic. (Canada Newswire)
Free fallin' in Philly Jun 13, 2008
Amy had a big-time salary from scooping ice cream at Friendly's, so she could afford to fill her wall-mounted tape organizer, which would probably today qualify as an exhibit at the Smithsonian, with all the John Cougar Mellencamp and Beastie Boys albums she could get her sprinkle-covered (or jimmy-covered, if you must) hands on. Up until the Nevilles passed "Full Moon Fever" on to me, I had been a musical tapeworm, waiting for my host to try something new so that I could grab a little piece of... (Conshohocken Recorder, PA)
Macy's Partners with Rolling Stone to Offer Magazine's Iconic Covers for Collectors' Edition Tees Jun 11, 2008
Other covers featured include Metallica (Issue 617, November 14, 1991), Kid Rock (Issue 843, June 22, 2000), Jim Morrison (Issue 88, August 5, 1971), Johnny Cash (Issue 933, October 16, 2003), Ozzy Osbourne (Issue 901, July 25, 2002), Kurt Cobain (Issue 683, June 2, 1994), Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg (Issue 666 September 30, 1993), The Beastie Boys (Issue 804, January 21, 1999) and Jerry Garcia (Issue 740, August 8, 1996). There will also be a selection of other tees that will feature the Rolling... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AC/DC To Sell New Album Exclusively Through Wal-Mart - June 8, 2008 Jun 9, 2008
np - beastie boys - b-boys makin with the freak freak. COMMENT | posted by : Rotting Elvis part deux6/9/2008 12:47:51 AM. (Blabbermouth.net)
At-bat music: Chicago White Sox Jun 7, 2008
Song: "So What'cha Want" by Beastie Boys; "LoveStoned" by Justin Timberlake Anderson: "I used to want to come up to songs to get me all pumped up, but as a hitter, you don't really want to do that because you start over-swinging. At least it affects me like that. So I try to come out to some songs that I just like. The 'LoveStoned' song I really don't like all that much, just the ending of it. I like that last part, I like the beat. And I always liked that song by the Beastie Boys because I... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Kanye West embarks on space odyssey Jun 5, 2008
N.E.R.D., a band fronted by the Neptunes Pharrell Williams, was just fucking terrible, offering a take on the Beastie Boys rap-rock fusion with 10 times the goofball factor and none of the charm. Then came Rihanna, a gorgeous deer trapped in the arena lights, offering a nervous chirp where only a resonant belt will suffice. (Georgia Straight)
Shaw would likely be down with this Jun 2, 2008
"Chops and Stash, there's a bit of a myth surrounding these guys. We think they were in the company in the early nineties, and they were let go, but Shaw really hit something in their hearts and in their minds," Happer and Powell said, completing each other's sentences in the video's Beastie Boys, call-and-answer style. Powell and Happer expect to create new instalments, though they cannot promise the return of Stash and Chops. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Making it work May 30, 2008
" And while M.I.A. is getting offers to collaborate with Beastie Boys and West, she's also branching out into other realms, including starting her own fashion line. "I have it on at the moment," she says. "I made loads of stuff and at the moment there are boxes of it in my mum's living room which I have to get out of there. I think the label thing is going to be really good. (24 Hours Vancouver)
Indodance, a wicked party by the sea May 25, 2008
Both DJs have remixed tracks from top artists like the Beastie Boys, Chic Chic Chic, Roxy Music and Coldplay. Thomas, a Briton who is known for his playful house sets, said he hadn't planned out what records he played in a set since he was a teenager. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
