Shoutout To Their Roots

Soundcheck | May 9, 2011

From Ernie Anastos to Murray's Cheese, the Beastie Boys have often paid lyrical tribute to their New York stomping grounds throughout their 25 year career. Their newest release, Hot Sauce Committee Part 2, pays homage in a more retrospective way. Rolling Stone contributor Alan Light and The A.V. Club’s Steve Hyden join us to decipher New York references on the rap trio’s latest release, as well as on earlier albums.

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