With ‘To The 5 Boroughs,’ Beastie Boys addressed their hometown’s post-9/11 devastation while kicking old-school jams that sought to recapture the good times.
Adapted from their revelatory book and touring stage show, ‘Beastie Boys Story’ captures one of the most unlikely success stories in music history.
“Hip-hop was forever changed by the unique sound and charisma the Beastie Boys brought to the game,” said host LL Cool J.
From the older classics ‘Pass The Mic’ to MCA-directed shorts like ‘Body Movin’, all 31 videos in total are now available and remastered in HD.
Premiering 10 April, the three-part series will span 35-years, highlighting three legendary photographers who documented the iconic hip-hop label’s artists.
IMAX has announced that the film will still be available for streaming on Apple+ on 24 April.
The clip features archive video as well as new footage of Mike Diamond and Ad-Rock talking about the band's history on stage.
Additionally, Michael Moore will interview Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters while Ozzy Osbourne and son Jack will appear in conversation with comedian Jim Norton.
Officially signing on the Def Jam dotted line in 1985, the Beastie Boys became an instant hit, being the first successful white group in a culture dominated by those of African/American descent.
The first trailer for the Spike-Jonze directed Beastie Boys documentary has dropped featuring clips of the group’s iconic history and legendary friendship.
“I owe Beastie Boys a lot, so it was a real privilege to get to reunite with them and help them tell their story.”
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The Beastie Boys announced their landmark albums ‘Paul’s Boutique’, ‘Ill Communication’, the ‘Root Down’ EP and ‘To The 5 Boroughs’ will be reissued on colour vinyl.