beastie boys

When Radiohead released Kid A, it was such a bold departure from their sound that it stunned the world. Fueled by a disdain for making alternative-rock music and a nervous breakdown that loomed large over Thom Yorke’s mental state, Kid A was the antithesis of everything they’d accomplished up until that point. It was as […]

Let’s face it: This year has been terrible on many levels, but one thing remains eternally awesome: dogs. Fortunately for us, the fourth week of September marks National Dog Week. Not only do we get to celebrate our furry friends at home, but we can also use this time to help out local pet shelters […]

In a society that’s constantly obsessed with image and keeping up appearances, it’s easy to forget to be who you are. Decked in black and surrounded by gold, Friday Pilots Club tackle that notion in their latest music video, “Look Better In Gold.” From their debut with 2017’s “End Of It” to their latest track […]

This week, members of Run-DMC, Anthrax, Suicidal Tendencies and Volbeat have teamed up to give back to Music Unites. In a new video posted on June 15, Anthrax’s Charlie Benante has crafted a Run-DMC medley with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels on vocals. Alongside them, former Anthrax member Rob Caggiano (now of Volbeat) and Suicidal Tendencies bassist […]

The Tony Hawk video game franchise has always been known for having incredible soundtracks, spanning genres such as rock, punk, metal and hip-hop. Across the franchise’s many games, they’ve also included many novelty characters you can play as, including Travis Barker, Bam Margera, Billie Joe Armstrong and more. With a remastering on the way, we […]

While everyone is self-isolating, we’re all looking for ways to fill our time. Why not spend it digging into some of the classic bands you’ve always been meaning to learn about but haven’t been able to? With the amount of spare time everyone has, sitting down and listening to an iconic band’s entire discography is […]

Have you ever been searching through old videos on YouTube and thought the quality just isn’t quite what it is now? Well, the company is trying to change that by upgrading a large number of music videos to support high definition. Read More: ‘Scream’ house is throwing a huge party this Halloween for horror fans […]

For up-and-coming singer-songwriter, YUNGBLUD, music preference has been the impetus for his personal rebellion against all authorities that tell him that he wants to hear sugary British pop music instead of the Beastie Boys. Listen to YUNGBLUD’s impassioned diatribe against the out of touch tastemakers at his old school disco in this APTV exclusive. Read […]

The official Beastie Boys memoir, written by surviving members Mike D and Ad-Rock, finally has an expected release for 2018. Read more: 12 awesome songs that sample from other artists Mike D caught up with Apple Music's Matt Wilkinson to say that the memoir is “happening” this fall. “Like many things we embark on, there were many false starts […]

[Photo by: Late Night With Seth Meyers/YouTube] Beastie Boys' Ad-Rock, a.k.a. Adam Horovitz, is responding to sexual assault allegations made against his father, playwright and mentor Israel Horovitz. On Thursday, nine women came forward with accounts of abuse by the elder Horovtiz in a detailed exposé for The New York Times. The women attest to […]

Sometimes choosing to honor favorite musicians and songs can be the right decision for a piece of music. And who says that sampling can’t still be original? These 12 songs feature a sample from a different artist.   “Don’t Threaten Me With A Good Time” – Panic! At The Disco There’s no mistaking that opening […]

We thought it was impossible for a tour featuring Metallica, Avenged Sevenfold, Volbeat amd Gojira to get any better but it turns out that it surely can. Metallica has revealed that the legendary Mix Master Mike will be joining them on tour. Read more: Here’s what a Metallica and Legends of Zelda mashup sounds like […]

Though the Beastie Boys have not been working on music following the death of founding member Adam “MCA” Yauch, Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz has found a musical outlet in scoring films. And he’s been speaking out against the newly elected Donald Trump. In a recent interview with The Daily Beast, Horovitz further details his rejection of Donald Trump’s […]

For the past five years, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday has been devoted to giving, charity and philanthropy. Some of your favorite bands have joined the global phenomenon, supporting organizations such as MyMusicRx, Music For Relief and Planned Parenthood. Check out how the scene is celebrating Giving Tuesday below. Read more: Andrew […]

Sometimes, the first try really doesn’t work out when it comes to band names. Plenty of bands have changed their names for a variety of reasons from legal issues and style changes to simply poor choices. Here are 18 bands who have changed their names at some point in their career, but have maintained their […]

It’s probably crazy seeing your child reach rock stardom, and Virginia Grohl, mother of Dave Grohl, is giving the world an inside look into a mother’s mind in her new book From Cradle To Stage: Stories From The Mothers Who Rocked And Raised Rock Stars. Video: Watch Dave Grohl celebrate his mom’s birthday during Foo Fighters […]

John Berry, an original member of rap-rock group Beastie Boys, has passed away at the age of 52. He was at a hospice in Danvers, Massachusetts. According to Rolling Stone, Berry suffered from frontal lobe dementia. Berry is credited with creating the name Beastie Boys. The band officially formed in July 1981, with Berry, Mike […]

The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame exhibit Never Give Up: Alternative Press Magazine at 30 only has one week left in its run, until the beginning of April arrives. If you've got a chance to be in Cleveland and check it out, you should; where else will you see all the unprinted photos of bands […]