The Beastie Boys |
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| Author:
| Forget, Thomas |
| Series title: | The Library of Hip-Hop Biographies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4042-0519-2 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2006 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $34.47 |
Book Description:
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Emerging in the mid-1980s as rap entered the commercial mainstream, the Beastie Boys became the first successful white hip-hop act with their smash debut album Licensed to Ill. That hit record, which merged rock and rap styles, was followed by a string of successful albums that established the New York City trio as credible artists in the eyes of both hip-hop and rock fans. Readers will learn not only about the career path and music of the Beasties, but also of their involvement in...
More DescriptionEmerging in the mid-1980s as rap entered the commercial mainstream, the Beastie Boys became the first successful white hip-hop act with their smash debut album Licensed to Ill. That hit record, which merged rock and rap styles, was followed by a string of successful albums that established the New York City trio as credible artists in the eyes of both hip-hop and rock fans. Readers will learn not only about the career path and music of the Beasties, but also of their involvement in many social causes, such as raising money for the Milarepa Fund and groups affected by the September 11 tragedy.