Beastie Boys

== Info ==
Rap metal group who helped popularize the genre. They influenced metal group Rage Against the Machine. They supported Dead Kennedys. Caused controversy by using an inflatable penis at some of their concerts. Covered Sly and the Family Stone. Performed with The Smashing Pumpkins. Also performed at a Free Tibet concert. After the September 11 attacks, Beastie Boys engaged in further activism. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by LL Cool J. Also influenced Eminem, Limp Bizkit, Sublime, and Blur. Their song Sabotage was named one of the greatest songs of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine. They were also rated one of the greatest artists of all time by both Rolling Stone and VH1. Several awards, including Grammys, throughout their career.
== Genres ==
Rap metal
== Parody ==
Weird Al Yankovic parodied the Beastie Boys with his song Twister.
Beastie Boys have been referenced in popular internet cartoon Homestar Runner
== Influences ==
Sly and the Family Stone
MountainCategory:Nineties
Category:Rap-Metal
Category:Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
Category:Hard Rock
Category:Punk
Category:Saturday Night Live performers
Category:Rap-Rock
Category:Alternative