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Beastie Boys

Hip-hop band from New York City, New York, USA (formed 1981). Beastie Boys make music in the hip-hop, rap rock and alternative hip-hop genres.

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The 4 Most-Watched Beastie Boys Videos

1 Sabotage 154.2M views

2 Intergalactic 120.2M views

3 (You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party) 84.2M views

4 No Sleep Till Brooklyn 64.9M views

Music Videos · Beastie Boys

33 Beastie Boys Music Videos from 1980–2011

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Beastie BoysShadrach

Directed by Adam Yauch

Beastie Boys' "Shadrach," released on October 30, 1989, is a standout track from their second studio album, “Paul's Boutique”. The song references the biblical story…

1.5M 2021

Beastie BoysShe’s Crafty

She's Crafty is a song by Beastie Boys from their album "Licensed to Ill," released in 1986. The song features a playful beat and humorous…

Hip Hop Rap

368.5K 2018

Beastie BoysRhyme The Rhyme Well (With Skit)

Directed by Adam Yauch

“Rhyme The Rhyme Well (With Skit)” is a track from the Beastie Boys’ 2004 album “To the 5 Boroughs”, showcasing their signature blend of witty…

Alternative Hip Hop East Coast Hip-Hop

477.2K 2018

Beastie BoysTime For Livin

Directed by Spike Jonze

A raw and energetic video featuring live performance footage and candid behind-the-scenes moments.

Hip Hop Rock

4M 2018

Beastie BoysCh-Check It Out

Directed by Adam Yauch

This song is a dynamic and energizing piece by the iconic Beastie Boys, known for its catchy hooks and unique blend of hip-hop styles. "Ch-Check…

Hip Hop

2.9M 2018

Beastie BoysAn Open Letter to NYC

Directed by Nathaniel Hörnblowér

An Open Letter to NYC by Beastie Boys serves as a homage to the city, reflecting on its resilience and diversity post-9/11. Through heartfelt lyrics…

Hip Hop

Active 1981–2012 · New York City, New York, USA · hip-hop, rap rock · Rat Cage Records

The Beastie Boys were an American hip-hop group formed in New York City in 1981. They were composed of Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz (vocals, guitar), Adam "MCA" Yauch (vocals, bass), and Michael "Mike D" Diamond (vocals, drums). The Beastie Boys were previously members of the hardcore punk band the Young Aborigines, with Diamond on drums, Jeremy Shatan on bass guitar, and John Berry on guitar. Kate Schellenbach later joined on drums. When Shatan left in mid-1981, Yauch replaced him on bass and the band was renamed the Beastie Boys. Berry left shortly thereafter and was replaced by Horovitz. After… via Wikipedia

Band Members: Mike D, Adam Yauch, Ad-Rock, Kate Schellenbach, Rick Rubin, Doctor Dré

Awards: MTV Europe Music Award for Best Hip-Hop; Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award; MTV Video Music Award for Best Hip-Hop Video; MTV Video Music Award for Best Direction; Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group; Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

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Discography

Beastie Boys’s studio albums / EPs · 9

Hot Sauce Committee, Part Two 2011

The Mix‐Up 2007

To the 5 Boroughs 2004

Hello Nasty: Instrumentals 2003

Hello Nasty 1998

Ill Communication 1994

Check Your Head 1992

Paul’s Boutique 1989

Licensed to Ill 1986

In the press

11 articles about Beastie Boys from our favourite music publications

Brooklyn Vegan 1mo ago

Mike D shares solo single “Switch Up,” played Beastie Boys songs at LA live show

This is the first major release by a Beastie Boys member since 2011’s Hot Sauce Committee Part 2 and the death of Adam Yauch a year later.

Pitchfork 1mo ago

Beastie Boys’ Mike D Reveals Debut Solo Single

“Switch Up” was co-produced by the rapper’s sons, Skyler and Davis Diamond

NME 1mo ago

Mike D announces rare live shows after surprise Beastie Boys set with sons

"It's happening. Shows. New music. Switch Up. Let’s Go” The post Mike D announces rare live shows after surprise Beastie Boys set with sons appeared first on NME.

Consequence 1mo ago

Beastie Boys’ Mike D Announces Rare Shows in NYC and Los Angeles

The Beastie Boys co-founder is prepping a return to the live stage. Beastie Boys’ Mike D Announces Rare Shows in NYC and Los Angeles Kiana Fitzgerald

Brooklyn Vegan 1mo ago

Beastie Boys’ Mike D announces NYC & LA shows

He’s also promising ”new music.”

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Watch Beastie Boys Music Videos — The AltSounds Archive

Step inside the world of Beastie Boys — a visual trip through decades of boundary-pushing
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This AltSounds channel gathers essential clips so you can
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to their cinematic, self-directed masterpieces.

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This page is built as a fan-first Beastie Boys video archive, collecting official music videos,
notable alternate edits, remixes with unique visuals, and key clips from across the band’s career.

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Where can I watch Beastie Boys’ official music videos?

You can watch Beastie Boys’ official music videos right here through the AltSounds archive,
alongside videos available through the Beastie Boys’ official YouTube channel and other official sources.
This page is updated as remasters, archival uploads, and notable official clips become available.

What are the most famous Beastie Boys music videos?

Some of the most famous Beastie Boys videos include
“Sabotage,” “Intergalactic,”
“So What’cha Want,” and
“(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party!).”
Each one blends satire, street style, performance, and wild visual ideas that helped redefine what a music video could be.

Does this archive include remixes or alternate Beastie Boys videos?

Yes. When a remix or alternate version has unique visuals — such as
“Body Movin’ (Fatboy Slim Remix)” — it may be included as part of the archive.

How often is this Beastie Boys video channel updated?

This channel is updated when new remasters, director’s cuts, archival videos, or official uploads
become available from trusted and official sources.

Full List of Beastie Boys Official Music Videos

Here is a chronological guide to officially released Beastie Boys music videos, including notable remixes
and alternate versions. This list follows their evolution from the 1980s through the 2010s, showing how
Beastie Boys turned music videos into miniature films, visual jokes, cultural statements, and acts of creative rebellion.

“(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party!)” (1986) —
Directed by Ric Menello and Adam Dubin. A chaotic parody of teenage rebellion that became an MTV staple
and launched the band into global fame.
“No Sleep Till Brooklyn” (1987) —
Directed by Ric Menello and Adam Dubin. A tongue-in-cheek rock spoof featuring Kerry King from Slayer
and a wild barroom performance.
“She’s Crafty” (1987) —
A lo-fi, VHS-style visual capturing the Beasties’ early blend of humor, funk-rock swagger, and DIY attitude.
“Shadrach” (1989) —
Directed by Adam Yauch under his pseudonym Nathanial Hörnblowér. A vibrant rotoscope-animated video
that fuses graffiti art, color, and hip-hop energy.
“Hey Ladies” (1989) —
Directed by Adam Bernstein. A disco-era spoof full of polyester suits, retro attitude, and
Paul’s Boutique sample-culture energy.
“Shake Your Rump” (1989) —
Directed by Adam Bernstein. A psychedelic, cut-up collage of color and movement —
pure visual sampling in motion.
“Pass the Mic” (1992) —
Directed by Adam Yauch. Filmed with gritty analog textures that matched the band’s return to
organic, live-instrument sound on Check Your Head.
“So What’cha Want” (1992) —
Directed by Nathanial Hörnblowér. Shot with surreal visual effects, this video became iconic
for its trippy palette, warped energy, and forest-set chaos.
“Gratitude” (1992) —
A homage to early 1970s live footage, filmed with analog warmth and focused on the band’s instrumental chops.
“Sabotage” (1994) —
Directed by Spike Jonze. A legendary 1970s cop-show parody that became one of MTV’s most beloved videos
and a defining moment in alternative culture.
“Sure Shot” (1994) —
Directed by Spike Jonze. Stylish, kinetic, and full of New York cool, featuring fisheye lenses,
street-level swagger, and classic Beastie attitude.
“Root Down” (1995) —
Directed by Adam Yauch. A high-octane live-footage montage showcasing the group’s onstage ferocity
and funk-driven energy.
“Body Movin’” (1998) —
Directed by Adam Yauch. A hilarious spy-film parody inspired by 1960s cinema, packed with stunts,
fake mustaches, chase scenes, and absurdist humor.
“Body Movin’ (Fatboy Slim Remix)” (1998) —
A remix version with alternate visuals that push deeper into surreal humor, quick-cut absurdity,
and retro action-film energy.
“Intergalactic” (1998) —
Directed by Adam Yauch. A Japanese kaiju-inspired masterpiece featuring a giant robot rampage through Tokyo.
One of the most recognizable Beastie Boys videos of the 1990s.
“Remote Control” (1999) —
An experimental short blending dystopian imagery with the group’s live energy and the futuristic
Hello Nasty aesthetic.
“Alive” (1999) —
Directed by Adam Yauch. A celebration of street-level New York culture, filmed with a documentary-style edge.
“Triple Trouble” (2004) —
Directed by MCA. A playful tribute to King Kong, Sasquatch mythology, and old-school hip-hop flair.
“Ch-Check It Out” (2004) —
Directed by Nathanial Hörnblowér. A surreal ride through the NYC subway system —
part sci-fi, part Beastie chaos.
“An Open Letter to NYC” (2004) —
A love letter to New York City after 9/11, using real city footage layered with heartfelt lyrics
and hometown pride.
“Make Some Noise” (2011) —
Directed by Adam Yauch. A star-studded short film connected to
Fight for Your Right Revisited, featuring a stacked cast and the Beasties’ signature absurdist energy.
“Don’t Play No Game That I Can’t Win” feat. Santigold (2011) —
Directed by Spike Jonze. A full-blown action-figure epic with toy versions of the band fighting villains —
equal parts satire, chaos, and genius.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Beastie Boys

When did Beastie Boys form?

Beastie Boys formed in 1981.

Where are Beastie Boys from?

Beastie Boys are from New York City, New York, USA.

What genre is Beastie Boys?

Beastie Boys’s music spans hip-hop, rap rock and alternative hip-hop.

What record label is Beastie Boys on?

Beastie Boys have released music through Rat Cage Records, Def Jam Recordings, Capitol Records and Grand Royal.

How many albums have Beastie Boys released?

Beastie Boys have released 9 studio albums, from Licensed to Ill (1986) to Hot Sauce Committee, Part Two (2011).

What is Beastie Boys's latest album?

Beastie Boys’s most recent studio album is Hot Sauce Committee, Part Two, released in 2011.

What are Beastie Boys's most popular music videos on AltSounds?

Beastie Boys’s most-watched music videos on AltSounds are “Sabotage”, “Intergalactic”, “(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)” and “No Sleep Till Brooklyn”.

What is Beastie Boys's most-viewed music video?

Beastie Boys’s most-viewed music video on AltSounds is “Sabotage” (1990), with 154.2 million views, directed by Spike Jonze. Spike Jonze's deliriously funny homage to 1970s cop shows gave 'Sabotage' a video as irreverent as the track itself — complete with over-the-top car chases, outrageous character intros, and the Beastie Boys in full character as a fictional police unit. One of the decade's most…

What awards have Beastie Boys received?

Beastie Boys have received MTV Europe Music Award for Best Hip-Hop, Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, MTV Video Music Award for Best Hip-Hop Video, MTV Video Music Award for Best Direction, Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group and Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album.

Who are the members of Beastie Boys?

Beastie Boys’s members include Mike D, Adam Yauch, Ad-Rock, Kate Schellenbach, Rick Rubin and Doctor Dré.

Where can I listen to Beastie Boys?

You can listen to Beastie Boys on Spotify, Apple Music and SoundCloud, and watch their music videos right here on AltSounds.