Some Old Bullshit
Beastie Boys · 1994
28 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop
A chaotic mix of punk energy and hip-hop irreverence, capturing the Beastie Boys' early experimental spirit.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its raw representation of the Beastie Boys' roots and for containing tracks like 'Cooky Puss,' which played a pivotal role in their rise within the hip-hop scene. While it did not chart as prominently as their studio albums, its release contributed to the band's growing legacy and influence on alternative hip-hop.
- Best for
- short bursts of chaotic energy for quick, high-energy moments playful irreverence in every track
- Context
- Released on February 8, 1994, 'Some Old Bullshit' is a compilation of early recordings by the Beastie Boys, showcasing their transition from hardcore punk to hip-hop. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves as genre-blenders after the commercial success of their debut album 'Licensed to Ill' in 1986 and the more nuanced follow-up 'Paul's Boutique' in 1989.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mary J. Blige· Jennifer Lopez· LL Cool J· Mariah Carey· Usher· Destiny's Child· Missy Elliott· De La Soul
- If this clicks, go next to
- Ill Communication — Continues the punk and hip-hop blend with more refined experimentation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Egg Raid on Mojo Standout 1:41
- 2 Beastie Boys 0:56
- 3 Transit Cop 1:18
- 4 Jimi 2:06
- 5 Holy Snappers 1:22
- 6 Riot Fight 0:30
- 7 Ode To ... 1:33
- 8 Michelle's Farm Standout 1:38
- 9 Egg Raid on Mojo Standout 1:20
- 10 Transit Cop 1:21
- 11 Cooky Puss Standout 3:19
- 12 Bonus Batter 2:21
- 13 Beastie Revolution 5:09
- 14 Cooky Puss (censored version) 3:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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