The Beastie Boys: Party Bros to Human Rights Activists

In this episode, we will be discussing the Career and impact of iconic hip/hop rap group - the Beastie Boys. We walk through their rise to fame, their evolution, and the influence of their music, as well as their political stances and humanitarian efforts. The Spike Jonze directed, Apple TV exclusive documentary gives viewers a personal look into their journey as friends and collaborators, breaking musical boundaries, and setting the stage for all future alternative hip-hop artists. With artists such as Jay Z, Lil Wayne, Nas, Eminem, Rage Against the Machine, Sublime, Korn, and Blur citing them as an influence, the Beastie Boys have left an undeniable legacy on both the hip hop and rock music scenes. Their maturation as artists and activists have left a mark on the music industry that will last the test of time- so let's take a look at how the Beastie Boys transformed themselves from party bros to human rights activists.