It was on this date in hip-hop history, July 14, 1998, that the Beastie Boys released their fifth studio album, “Hello Nasty,” under Grand Royal and Capitol Records. The album made an immediate impact, selling 681,000 copies in its first week and debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
“Hello Nasty” received critical acclaim and went on to win two Grammy Awards at the 41st Annual Grammy Awards: Best Alternative Music Album and Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for the hit single “Intergalactic.” In the 2018 book “Beastie Boys Book,” member Ad-Rock expressed that he felt “Hello Nasty” was the group’s “best record,” reflecting the high regard in which the album is held within their discography.
The album, recorded between 1997 and 1998 at G-Son Studios in Los Angeles and Oscilloscope Laboratories in New York City, spans 67 minutes and showcases the alternative hip-hop genre that the Beastie Boys helped popularize. The album features memorable tracks like “Intergalactic,” “Body Movin’,” and “The Negotiation Limerick File,” each contributing to its lasting legacy.
“Hello Nasty” not only solidified the Beastie Boys’ status in the music industry but also demonstrated their innovative approach to blending various musical styles, making it a timeless classic in hip-hop history.
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