This is one of those albums that make genre changing music. Hip Hop, still being in its infancy was beginning to really grow creatively and get more complex. Along came the Beastie Boys and together with Rick Rubin did exactly that, expanding the sound of hip hop and its audience. Psyched to add to my collection.

this group spoke to me as a kid and it was like they where telling my story.lol but seriously this album is their best and is just so fresh and raw when it came out.

it's a classic, great songs that most will know. I prefer the durability of CD's, but love the art on albums and the remastered ones sound great.

Album cover is the original double fold crashing plane. Vinyl is exceptionlly clean and crystal clear.

Beastie Boys were considered a comedy rap group when "Fight for Your Right" came out on MTV. Then, people bought the record. Overnight became not just a serious group but defined rap for over next ten years. There use of great lyrics and the most creative and funky sampling make them a rap powerhouse. Three Jewish boys from the Big Apple, I love it. Great pressing. Far better than cd.