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Beastie Boys – Hello Nasty – Double 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Released on July 14, 1998, Hello Nasty marked a major turning point for the Beastie Boys, further expanding their sonic palette and cementing their status as one of the most inventive acts in hip-hop. Their fifth studio album, and their first in four years since Ill Communication (1994), saw the trio—Mike D, MCA, and Ad-Rock—pushing their signature blend of rap, punk, jazz, funk, and electronic influences to new creative heights.
While the Beastie Boys had always embraced eclecticism, Hello Nasty took it to another level. The album introduced a futuristic, spacey aesthetic, largely thanks to the addition of Mix Master Mike, whose scratching and turntablism injected fresh energy into their sound. The production, handled by Mario Caldato Jr., incorporated bossa nova, lounge music, dub, and electro, alongside their usual hard-hitting beats and old-school hip-hop influences.
Lyrically, the album blends playful braggadocio, absurd humor, sci-fi references, and social commentary, with the trio delivering their rhymes in a way that’s both irreverent and infectious.
Key Tracks and Highlights
Intergalactic – The album’s biggest hit and one of Beastie Boys’ most iconic songs, this Grammy-winning track features robotic vocal effects, futuristic beats, and a ridiculously catchy hook. The song’s sci-fi-infused lyrics and unforgettable music video made it a late-’90s staple.
Body Movin’ – A high-energy track with funky basslines, Latin percussion, and rapid-fire rhymes, proving the Beasties could still get the party started like no one else.
Super Disco Breakin’ – The perfect album opener, a fast-paced, old-school hip-hop throwback that sets the tone for the genre-bending madness that follows.
The Negotiation Limerick File – A laid-back, offbeat track with playful wordplay and experimental production, showcasing their penchant for unconventional song structures.
Remote Control – A groovy, funk-infused track that critiques media manipulation and mass culture.
Three MC’s and One DJ – A stripped-down track that highlights Mix Master Mike’s turntable skills, proving that scratching was still an essential art form in hip-hop.
Song for the Man – A trippy, Beatles-esque critique of misogyny in media, showcasing their ability to go beyond party anthems.
I Don’t Know – A dreamy, lounge-inspired track featuring acoustic guitar and hushed vocals, a rare moment of introspection and calm in the Beastie Boys’ catalog.
Putting Shame in Your Game – A dark, hypnotic groove with dystopian themes and eerie production, showing a different side of the group.
Unite – A fusion of funk, dub, and classic boom-bap, filled with positivity and infectious energy.
Upon release, Hello Nasty debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling over 680,000 copies in its first week and later going triple platinum. It won two Grammy Awards for Best Rap Performance (Intergalactic) and Best Alternative Music Album, proving their cross-genre appeal. Critics praised its inventiveness, humor, and sonic diversity, with many calling it one of the most exciting and forward-thinking hip-hop albums of the late ’90s.
Hello Nasty remains a genre-defying classic, showcasing the Beastie Boys’ fearless creativity, lyrical wit, and unmatched ability to blend styles. Whether you’re here for the futuristic beats of Intergalactic, the raw energy of Three MC’s and One DJ, or the funk-laden grooves of Body Movin’, the album is a testament to why the Beastie Boys remain one of the most innovative and influential groups in music history.
Remastered Edition
180 Gram Vinyl
Audiophile Quality
Faithfully Restored
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic sleeve
Track Listing
Super Disco Breakin’
The Move
Remote Control
Song For The Man
Just A Test
Body Movin’
Intergalactic
Sneakin’ Out The Hospital
Putting Shame In Your Game
Flowin’ Prose
And Me
Three MC’s And One DJ
The Grasshopper Unit (Keep Movin’)
Song For Junior
I Don’t Know
The Negotiation Limerick File
Electrify
Picture This
Unite
Dedication
Dr. Lee, PhD
Instant Death
