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84 of 95 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
And they do!
They just don't stop.
The smile that spread across my face as I listened to this album for the first time was undeniable. As a Beastie fan dating from '92, I'm always nervous when a new release by them falls out of the sky. It seems pre-determined that as modern musical artists age, their work tends to decline. I can't say that the Beastie Boys are completely devoid of this, as it really does appear as though their *best* days are behind them. On the flip side of that, they aren't getting lazy, and they aren't simply relying on their name and past glory to get them through current releases.
To The 5 Burroughs was an album that, while good, fell into a bit of a niche. It had a strong political influence (being released in a pivotal election year), that was surrounded by dry, bottom-ed out, depressing beats (a style that was being used by MANY artists at the time.) While the album had plenty of highlights, it also featured a, what I would call, repetitive identity. It's hard to argue against the album being motivated by America's breach of security in the 9/11 attacks, and the seriousness of all of this that propagated the somewhat down-beat feel of this album. What most bothered me was the fact that Mix Master Mike put his stamp on 1998's Hello Nasty and, truly, became a member of the group. Like Slug and Ant in Atmosphere, MMM and the Beastie Boys just molded perfectly. That element seemed lacking on 5 Burroughs, and I can't help but feel somewhat disappointed by it because of that fact.
But fear not - because MMM is studio prominent once again!
What I can say about Hot Sauce Committee Part 2 is this - you haven't heard a Beastie Boys album that sounds like it.
THAT'S GOOD NEWS PEOPLE!
That means these guys are STILL evolving.
From bratty rap in '85 to the melting pot sample classic rap of '89 to instrument playing rock rap of '92 to collaborative punk rap of '94 to space age techno rap of '98 to retro beat bumpin' hip hop of '04 to funk instrumentation of '07 - they now show us an electro, grit infused, instrumentally distorted form of hip hop that...oh my god, sounds ORIGINAL. And it sounds original while including a little bit of all of the undermentioned.
These are the Beastie's we still love - innovative, original, and GOOD at what they do. They're clever, hilarious, smart, groove-inducing, head-bopping...I could give you all the adjectives in the world to describe them, but you already know them all. You'll still find the pop culture references and the vocal time changes that you've loved about every past album.
This album gives you, basically, every style of Beastie's music you've heard in the past at least once:
The classic Beastie 1,2,3 - 2,3,1 - 3,1,2 rhyme scheme.
The long 1 - 2 - 3 rhyme scheme, i.e. "three minute rule".
The unorganized verses scheme, i.e. "shadrach"
The collaboration routine with external artists.
The goofy, absurd track.
The punk rock track.
The instrumental track.
The filler track.
It's all here, and while none of them are the absolute best that you've heard them do (although STRONG consideration should be made for the placement of "Lee Majors Come Again" at the top of their punk rock pantheon) - they're still about as good as anything out there today.
If you're a Beastie Boys fan - don't be afraid of this album.
I'm crossing my fingers for a soon-to-be announced tour (pending MCA's health), and I encourage you all to get out there and see them if so - dance, sing along, be surprised by the beat changes - HAVE FUN!
The latter, being just what you'll do while listening to this album.
On the '94 track Root Down, MCA wrote a lyric concerning the tears running down his face because of how much he loved what he did.
It's still evident.
The Beastie Boys are still here, folks - and nobody can accuse them of growing tired of what they do.
They just don't stop.
The smile that spread across my face as I listened to this album for the first time was undeniable. As a Beastie fan dating from '92, I'm always nervous when a new release by them falls out of the sky. It seems pre-determined that as modern musical artists age, their work tends to decline. I can't say that the Beastie Boys are completely devoid of this, as it really does appear as though their *best* days are behind them. On the flip side of that, they aren't getting lazy, and they aren't simply relying on their name and past glory to get them through current releases.
To The 5 Burroughs was an album that, while good, fell into a bit of a niche. It had a strong political influence (being released in a pivotal election year), that was surrounded by dry, bottom-ed out, depressing beats (a style that was being used by MANY artists at the time.) While the album had plenty of highlights, it also featured a, what I would call, repetitive identity. It's hard to argue against the album being motivated by America's breach of security in the 9/11 attacks, and the seriousness of all of this that propagated the somewhat down-beat feel of this album. What most bothered me was the fact that Mix Master Mike put his stamp on 1998's Hello Nasty and, truly, became a member of the group. Like Slug and Ant in Atmosphere, MMM and the Beastie Boys just molded perfectly. That element seemed lacking on 5 Burroughs, and I can't help but feel somewhat disappointed by it because of that fact.
But fear not - because MMM is studio prominent once again!
What I can say about Hot Sauce Committee Part 2 is this - you haven't heard a Beastie Boys album that sounds like it.
THAT'S GOOD NEWS PEOPLE!
That means these guys are STILL evolving.
From bratty rap in '85 to the melting pot sample classic rap of '89 to instrument playing rock rap of '92 to collaborative punk rap of '94 to space age techno rap of '98 to retro beat bumpin' hip hop of '04 to funk instrumentation of '07 - they now show us an electro, grit infused, instrumentally distorted form of hip hop that...oh my god, sounds ORIGINAL. And it sounds original while including a little bit of all of the undermentioned.
These are the Beastie's we still love - innovative, original, and GOOD at what they do. They're clever, hilarious, smart, groove-inducing, head-bopping...I could give you all the adjectives in the world to describe them, but you already know them all. You'll still find the pop culture references and the vocal time changes that you've loved about every past album.
This album gives you, basically, every style of Beastie's music you've heard in the past at least once:
The classic Beastie 1,2,3 - 2,3,1 - 3,1,2 rhyme scheme.
The long 1 - 2 - 3 rhyme scheme, i.e. "three minute rule".
The unorganized verses scheme, i.e. "shadrach"
The collaboration routine with external artists.
The goofy, absurd track.
The punk rock track.
The instrumental track.
The filler track.
It's all here, and while none of them are the absolute best that you've heard them do (although STRONG consideration should be made for the placement of "Lee Majors Come Again" at the top of their punk rock pantheon) - they're still about as good as anything out there today.
If you're a Beastie Boys fan - don't be afraid of this album.
I'm crossing my fingers for a soon-to-be announced tour (pending MCA's health), and I encourage you all to get out there and see them if so - dance, sing along, be surprised by the beat changes - HAVE FUN!
The latter, being just what you'll do while listening to this album.
On the '94 track Root Down, MCA wrote a lyric concerning the tears running down his face because of how much he loved what he did.
It's still evident.
The Beastie Boys are still here, folks - and nobody can accuse them of growing tired of what they do.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
RIP Adam Yauch, aka Nathaniel Hornblower & MCA
to all the fans who do not have this album yet, you know you are going to buy it so click that button and do it already.
read hello nasty's review if you have not already... imho, this album contains some of MCA's best rapping and that is all i have to add to it.
nonstop disco power pack is going to be one of my favorite beastie tracks for the rest of my life! that one, root down and 33% god.
to all the fans who do not have this album yet, you know you are going to buy it so click that button and do it already.
read hello nasty's review if you have not already... imho, this album contains some of MCA's best rapping and that is all i have to add to it.
nonstop disco power pack is going to be one of my favorite beastie tracks for the rest of my life! that one, root down and 33% god.
20 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Let's be honest, there aren't too many artists that can span three decades let alone make a profound impact on the world of music. These dudes were rapping back when hip-hop was just popping off! The Beastie's are a mixed bag. From party pioneers to doody-rhyme mad scientists, liberal social commentators that to this day can still sell out Madison Square Garden in minutes . The lyrical writing is fun like 'Pauls Boutique' , vocals tracked distorted and grimy like 'Ill Communication' layered over electronica a la 'Hello Nasty' with their heaviest hitting beats since 'Check Your Head.' As a matter of fact, I'd say this is their most hip-hop sounding album since their 92-94 era; A Fantastic Beastie Boys record!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Yet again
These guys never fail when they make music. Ever. Thanks again to these guys for an eclectic and unique rock out experience.
Published 4 months ago by Bomnay
Can't Argue With the Production!
After appreciating To the Five Burroughs as a return to their hip hop roots, but falling a bit flat in comparison to their other albums with vocals, I found this album to be... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Andito Toquito
Showin' their age!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'll never even get close to buying the whole album after listening to the previews!!! What?! 2 decent songs!? Come ON!!!!
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Published 7 months ago by enough
Kick A$$!
Best album since Ill Communication. The Mix-up was Fricken sweet, but it was not the B-boys we were used to, unless your fav album was The In Sound From Way Out. Read more
Published 7 months ago by jason
awesome sauce!!
the more i listen to it the more i love it! my absolute favorite song is Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win. pure awesome sauce.
Published 8 months ago by Hollie W
Great compilation of classic Beastie Boy styles with current beats
After reading the reviews prior to purchasing this CD I was hesitent. I'm one of those rare people who actually buy CD's instead of downloading music and this was a great purchase. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Tracy Polakoff
Ch-ch-check it out!
The Beastie Boys are back and sounding better than ever. Although the band has been around long before I was born, the trio continues to drop albums full of energy. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Taylor Cody
Just Eh, Nothing Special
Ok, I love me some Beastie Boys, but this did not do it for me. I mean why all the voice synthing and stuff? The songs are pretty short and not all that interesting. Read more
Published 9 months ago by L. A.
A Lazy And Unfinished Effort
The new Beastie Boys album will disappoint intelligent fans. The lyrics seem like a complete afterthought, and how seemingly incomplete and embarrassing they are is completely new... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Rodolfo Riviera
Classic Beasties
It's freakin awesome! I have had it on shuffle for days. It's stuck in my head the rest of the time.
Published 10 months ago by D. Johnson
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