Beastie Boys

In 1993, Spike Jonze met the Beastie Boys in Los Angeles. This book collects over two hundred personal photographs of their time together, showcasing the band in their truest colors as only a close friend could see them. The photographs include on-stage performances, writing sessions, and candid moments off-stage, from recording albums to goofing around in barber shops. Jonze's iconic images of the band, such as the music video for "Sabotage," are included, but the emphasis is on the candid and unexpected.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 08 April 2020
\n Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
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In 1993, when the Beastie Boys and Spike Jonze first crossed paths in Los Angeles, they were both emerging stars in their respective fields: the flourishing era of east coast hip hop and the ascendant MTV. Instantly, a bond formed between the three MCs and the young filmmaker, which has endured throughout their careers.

Twenty-five years later, this book presents a collection of over two hundred personal photographs taken by Spike Jonze during his time with the Beastie Boys. Edited by Jonze and featuring an afterword by Horovitz, this book offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the iconic hip hop group, seen through the eyes of a close friend.

Spanning from their exhilarating performances at Lollapalooza to collaborative writing sessions at Mike D's apartment, from embodying characters for music videos to dressing up as older men for basketball games, and from recording albums in studios in Los Angeles to goofing around in barber shops, this book captures the essence of the Beastie Boys in their truest and most authentic form.

From the iconic music videos to their seminal album "Sabotage," and even the cover art for the album "Sounds of Science," Spike Jonze has left his mark on some of the most memorable images associated with the band. However, in this collection, the focus shifts towards the candid, unexpected, and genuine moments that defined their friendship and their artistic journey.

Through these photographs, we witness the camaraderie, humor, and raw energy that characterized the Beastie Boys, as well as the deep bond that they shared with Spike Jonze. This book serves as a testament to the lasting impact of their collaboration and the enduring legacy of one of the greatest acts in hip hop history.

\n Weight: 1796g\n
Dimension: 308 x 323 x 23 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780847868384\n \n