Polly Wog Stew
Beastie Boys · 1982
10 min · 7 tracks · hardcore punk · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop
Raw punk energy collides with playful hip-hop beats, capturing the youthful spirit of early Beastie Boys.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short bursts of high energy playful and irreverent spirit for quick listening
- Context
- Released in July 1982, 'Polly Wog Stew' serves as the debut EP for the Beastie Boys, emerging from New York's burgeoning hardcore punk scene. At this point, they were transitioning from a hardcore punk band to an influential force in hip-hop, setting the stage for their later successes.
- If you like
- hardcore punk, hip-hop, alternative hip-hop
Polly Wog Stew is an EP by Beastie Boys, released in 1982. Raw punk energy collides with playful hip-hop beats, capturing the youthful spirit of early Beastie Boys. 'Polly Wog Stew' is significant for its role in bridging punk rock and hip-hop, showcasing the Beastie Boys' unique sound. The EP helped lay the groundwork for their subsequent breakthrough album, 'Licensed to Ill,' which would dominate charts and redefine genre boundaries. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Polly Wog Stew sound like?
Raw punk energy collides with playful hip-hop beats, capturing the youthful spirit of early Beastie Boys. Rooted in hardcore punk and hip-hop.
What makes Polly Wog Stew by Beastie Boys notable?
'Polly Wog Stew' is significant for its role in bridging punk rock and hip-hop, showcasing the Beastie Boys' unique sound. The EP helped lay the groundwork for their subsequent breakthrough album, 'Licensed to Ill,' which would dominate charts and redefine genre boundaries. Released in July 1982, 'Polly Wog Stew' serves as the debut EP for the Beastie Boys, emerging from New York's burgeoning hardcore punk scene. At this point, they were transitioning from a hardcore punk band to an influential force in hip-hop, setting the stage for their later successes.
Who is Polly Wog Stew for?
Polly Wog Stew works well if you're into short bursts of high energy, playful and irreverent spirit and for quick listening.
How many songs are on Polly Wog Stew?
Polly Wog Stew has 7 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beastie Boys Standout 0:56
- 2 Transit Cop Standout 1:17
- 3 Jimi 2:05
- 4 Holy Snappers / Riot Fight 1:55
- 5 Ode To... 1:33
- 6 Michelle's Farm 1:38
- 7 Egg Raid on Mojo Standout 1:22
Release Date
July 1, 1982
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
10 min 50 sec
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