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biographical attempt to document the band's metamorphosis from their
initial incarnation as Greenwich Village punk rockers, through their
days as rap's biggest pop stars and on to their present status as
all-conquering multi-media coolest people in rock.
This volatile and fascinating history examines their beer-soaked rise to global infamy, the phenomenal commercial success of the Licensed To Ill album, as well as their years in the wilderness and the critical rehabilitation afforded to them during the Ill Communication period. With comprehensive accounts of the band's entire career, including their many side-projects such as the Grand Royale label, their magazine and clothing range, as well as their championing of the Tibetan Freedom cause, Rhyming & Stealing is the first full history of one of modern music's most important and influential bands. Illustrated with black and white plates throughout. Angus Batey has written extensively on hip hop music, culture and politics, and has contributed frequently to many titles including NME, Hip Hop Connection and Vox. He first met the Beastie Boys in 1992. |
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