Lee Majors Come Again
Beastie Boys · 2009
6 min · 2 tracks · hardcore punk
A playful yet gritty exploration of hip-hop's roots, blending punk energy with sharp lyrical wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lee Majors Come Again — This title track captures the album's spirit with its blend of humor and nostalgia, showcasing the Beastie Boys' lyrical prowess and playful energy.
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B Boys In The Cut (A Capella) — The a cappella version highlights the group's vocal dynamics and rhythm, emphasizing their roots in hip-hop while stripping back production layers to focus on lyricism.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single blends punk energy with hip-hop elements, reflecting the Beastie Boys' unique style and evolution.
What we noticed
- The title track features a fast-paced rhythm with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid-fire vocal delivery, typical of hardcore punk.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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4/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a shift towards a more experimental sound in their later career.
- Themes
- punk-infused hip-hop· nostalgic humor· lyrical wit· Brooklyn influences
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 2009, the Beastie Boys were transitioning from mainstream success to a more experimental phase. This single came after their critically acclaimed album 'To The 5 Boroughs' (2004) and showcased their willingness to revisit and celebrate their musical influences while staying true to their roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rage Against the Machine· Public Enemy· The Roots
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lee Majors Come Again 3:44
- 2 B Boys In The Cut (A Capella) 2:32
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
How I Got Over
The Roots
Combines sharp lyrical wit with a live band sound, echoing the playful yet gritty vibe of Beastie Boys.
The Money Store
Death Grips
Shares a punk-infused experimental approach and aggressive energy, resonating with the Beasties' grit.
We Got It from Here... Thank You 4 Your Service
A Tribe Called Quest
Merges nostalgic humor and sharp lyrics, paralleling the Beastie Boys' Brooklyn influences and wit.
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