FFO The Beastie boys, Cypress hill

THE BOILEROOM PRESENTS

A Celebration of The Beastie Boys & Cypress Hill

The Beastie Boys

The Beastie Boys were a groundbreaking American hip-hop group known for their innovative fusion of rap, rock, and punk. Formed in New York City in 1981, the trio of Mike D (Michael Diamond), MCA (Adam Yauch), and Ad-Rock (Adam Horovitz) gained fame with their debut album, Licensed to Ill (1986), featuring iconic tracks like "Fight for Your Right" and "No Sleep Till Brooklyn." Known for their playful, rebellious style, eclectic sampling, and genre-blurring sound, they evolved into influential pioneers of alternative hip-hop. Their career spanned decades, earning critical acclaim, commercial success, and a 2012 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Cypress Hill

Cypress Hill is an iconic American hip-hop group formed in 1988 in South Gate, California, by B-Real, Sen Dog, and DJ Muggs. Known for their distinctive sound blending Latin influences, funk, and psychedelic elements, they revolutionized rap music with hits like "Insane in the Brain" and "How I Could Just Kill a Man." Their music often explores themes of social issues, cannabis advocacy, and street life. As the first Latino hip-hop group to achieve multi-platinum success, Cypress Hill's unique style, bilingual lyrics, and groundbreaking beats have cemented their legacy as pioneers in the rap and alternative music genres.