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Beastie Boys

2024/8/12
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The Beastie Boys, originating from New York City, discuss how their environment and pop culture influenced their early work. Growing up in a boisterous, culturally rich environment, humor became essential for them. They were inspired by Monty Python and other comedic influences, which shaped their approach to music.
  • The Beastie Boys found humor essential for navigating their New York upbringing.
  • Monty Python's humor was a significant influence on the band.
  • The band aimed to make each other laugh with their music.

Shownotes Transcript

Michael “Mike D” Diamond feels optimistically uncertain about being Conan O’Brien’s friend; Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz would certainly like to be, but is not yet Conan O’Brien’s friend.

 

Mike D and Ad-Rock of the Beastie Boys sit down with Conan to discuss the neighborhood and pop culture influences that went into their early work, the shocking truth about gold records, striving to make each other laugh with their music, and remembering bassist Adam Yauch in approaching the 30th anniversary of their multi-platinum album Ill Communication.

 

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